Crafting DIY Christmas table decorations featuring a fresh, verdant, and blooming aesthetic
In the spirit of Christmas, Bea Andrews, a gardener and floral designer, offers two elegant and simple dinner table decoration designs. One of these designs involves creating a natural eucalyptus garland as a table runner or centerpiece.
To begin, gather the essential materials: Eucalyptus stems, pine, gum leaves, seeded eucalyptus, scissors or secateurs, natural jute twine, and a pearl-headed pin. You may also want to include pinecones, wooden slices as placemats, and soft candles for a more festive look.
Arrange the foliage along the table’s center, intertwining branches to form a lush, organic garland. Layer different types of foliage, such as silver dollar eucalyptus, seeded eucalyptus, pine sprigs, and gum leaves, to add dimension and color variation. Incorporate candles (pillar or tealight) within the greenery for warm ambient lighting.
Use natural materials like burlap, twine, or wood elements (slices, small logs) to complete the rustic look. For napkin and cutlery styling, add small sprigs or tie bundles of foliage with twine to each setting for a personalized touch. Keep the color scheme simple for elegance—greens with white, gold, or soft pink tones work well for Christmas.
If you're new to garland making, search for step-by-step tutorials on Instagram or Pinterest for visual guidance on wiring or arranging branches.
To create a wine glass table decoration, arrange the Eucalyptus stems in a small bunch, wrap with stem tape, and cover with satin ribbon. Position the bunch on the wine glass vertically and attach with ribbon. The eucalyptus sprig used in this decoration is actually a flower bud, not a berry.
To secure the posy in place, it is pinned to the table runner and tablecloth at the back. The posy is then attached to the table linen using the twine. It's important to note that the eucalyptus sprig should be left to rest in water for 24 hours before arranging.
This approach blends the natural outdoors with festive decor, filling the space with fresh scents and a cozy winter atmosphere perfect for Christmas. Bea Andrews encourages you to extend your creativity by creating a floral advent calendar or a Christmas wreath, but no new details were provided for these ideas.
Incorporate the eucalyptus garland into your home-and-garden decor, enhancing your lifestyle with its elegant presentation. To complement the ambiance, opt for a fashion-and-beauty approach by adorning wine glasses with DIY eucalyptus sprigs, elevating your tablescape with a touch of festive flair.
