Vintage Modern Christmas Table Decor
This Post May Contain Affiliate Links. Please Read Our Disclosure PolicyYou’re in for a treat today because I’m inviting you to join me in my dining room to share my vintage modern-inspired Christmas table decor.
Yes, my friends, I’m excited to show you my Christmas tablescape. It’s a joy to decorate my home for the holidays and then share the results with you. I hope that these tours offer ideas and inspiration for decking your halls if you’re inclined to do so. Last week I posted about my Christmas Kitchen Decor and today we’re over in the dining room to check out my holiday table setting.
It’s a pleasure to again be teaming up with my Seasons of Home blogger friends. That means LOTS of festive dining room decor ideas for you. Each of the 15+ bloggers has a unique style so everyone will find inspiration. Be sure to click through all of the links at the end of this post.
As you know, I completed a kitchen remodel this summer. My dining room also got a few changes as part of that project, so I’m slowly working to redecorate the space. It’s bare-bones at the moment, but I am making progress. When you see my fall table setting, you will probably notice my new-to-me dining room table!
I was so excited to find this table. I’d been hunting for a vintage dining room table (and am still hunting for a vintage sideboard) and was lucky enough to score this one at a local antique shop. Because my new kitchen peninsula extends a couple of feet into the dining room, I wanted something a tad narrower than the standard width, and this vintage oak table was the perfect fit.
Although I still need a rug, artwork, that vintage sideboard, and more, this space is starting to feel more like I envisioned. And the nice part is, I’m in no rush. It’s fun to be able to style this room as it transitions. It’s like a new space every time.
Now that I’ve given you all the background, let me show you my Christmas table decor!
Vintage Modern Christmas Table Decor:
My inspiration for this table came from several places. First, was the color. I knew I wanted red, black, and wood.
Next was the style. I envisioned a touch of modern, a bit of vintage, folded up in a simple Scandinavian style. I think I achieved that look!
I started with this beautiful white runner with red stitching around the edge. (All sources will be linked at the end of this post.)
From there, I set out my go-to white dinnerware. This is the dinnerware I use every day, and I love it. It’s affordably priced, and you can dress it up or down. It works so well here.
Side note: If you’re looking for some festive music to play while entertaining this holiday seasons, I can help! I’ve created FIVE Christmas music playlist. You can find them all here.
Naturally, I needed some plaid (I can’t seem to get enough!), so I added the napkins.
Because of the matte black of my chandelier, I wanted a few black elements in my Christmas table decor to tie it into the space. (If you remember, I did the same thing with my fall tablescape.) This matte black flatware is gorgeous and worked perfectly here.
The table needed one more black element, so I used these black candlesticks. Every table, especially at Christmas, needs some sparkle. These candlesticks contribute a Scandinavian feel.
For my vintage elements, I turned to glassware. I was lucky enough to find both of these glasses the day before I styled this table. The “holiday cheer” highballs were a must. I was so excited when I saw them because I knew they would fit in perfectly.
And since I can’t resist a little gold and glam, these more traditional-looking water goblets with gold trim were a nice unexpected element. Aren’t they beautiful?
The table only needed a couple more things. For additional sparkle, I strung a set of rice lights down the middle. Battery operated, these lights are a quick and easy way to give a little glow. I also added two mini evergreen trees to the table.
As you may have noticed, I hung evergreen wreaths on my dining room windows. I thought the trees on the table tied them in nicely.
The wreaths on the windows are faux. To hang them, I used these clear Command Hooks. The red satin ribbon is there for aesthetic reasons, though I do like how it looks as if the ribbon is holding up the wreaths.
And to wrap up this Christmas tablescape, I included two sweets. First, the Black Walnut Christmas Cake that I shared with you yesterday. This cake is not only crazy delicious, but it’s beautiful too, making it the perfect centerpiece for my table. (Get the recipe here.) I also added a large red and green candy cane to each place setting as a treat for my guests.
And with that, my Christmas table decor is complete! I’m loving how it turned out. What do you think? Does it make you want to join me for a holiday meal?
It brings me so much joy to style pretty spaces and then to share them with you. As I mentioned above, I hope that my Christmas table decor gives you a few ideas for styling your table for the holidays. Whether you spend the season with only a few people or dozens of family and friends, it’s always nice to create a beautiful, festive, and welcoming space!
Again, if you’re looking for more Christmas table decor inspiration, I encourage you to click through the links below. Enjoy!
Christmas Table Decor Sources:
- Table Runner: Red Embroidery Oversized Table Runner
- Napkins: Holiday Plaid Square Napkins
- Candlesticks: Black Taper Candle Holders
- Dinner Plates: Hue White Dinner Plate
- Salad Plate: Hue White Salad Plate
- Flatware: 5 piece Matte Black
- Candy Cane: Strawberry Single Candy Cane
- Small Trees: Faux 7″ Mini Tree
- Mini Lights: Copper Wire Starry Lights
- Chandelier: Radcliffe 30″ Round Oil-Rubbed Bronze
- Chairs: At Home (not longer sold)
- Cakestand: HomeGoods
- Wreathes: Sewickley Creek Greenhouse (sourced locally)
- Wreath Hanger: Clear Command Hooks
- Glassware: Vintage
- Dining Table: Vintage
Seasons of Home Christmas Table Decor:
Ella Claire & Co. | French Country Cottage | Craftberry Bush | Julie Blanner
Maison de Cinq | Rooms for Rent | Beneath My Heart | Home Stories A to Z
Dear Lillie | The Handmade Farmhouse | Zevy Joy | Inspired by Charm
Maison de Pax | Keeping it Cozy | Kindred Vintage | My Sweet Savannah
So, so pretty! I am fairly new to your blog and was wondering if you ever gave the directions for the garland you made for the stairs of your other house. Really enjoy your style.
Thank you.
I love all your posts Michael! In this post I was taken by the black flatware! I will be shopping for them tomorrow! I think a magazine by you would be awesome!
Simply lovely! Nobody marries vintage and modern like you do, and the result is simple, warm and inviting. I’d love to see an evening photo of your tablescape with the candles and rice lights lit. Someone suggested you need to have your own magazine… yes, please!!! You never disappoint Michael.
Ohhhhh! I didn’t think about snapping a photo at night. I’ll have to try that. Thanks for the idea. And a magazine would be amazing. I just don’t know the first thing about doing it. Ha!
xo Michael
Decorating AND baking skills??? You rock!
Haha. I try! Thank you, Kris!
xo Michael
You have amazing vision for decorating. Even better, decorating so that your style is tasteful, yet simply cozy and warm. Great job on this beautiful Christmas table! 😊
You are so sweet, Marla! Thank you!!
xo Michael
Michael! You’ve created another masterpiece!! I swear I gasp out loud every single time I see one of your pictures!!!! Absolutely stunning!! Those “holiday cheer” glasses are to die for! And you have everything perfectly balanced out. Just perfect!
I’ll be right over!
xoxo
Aren’t they great!? Thank you so much, Traci. So happy to be a part of this tour with you!
xo Michael
I can’t get enough of your decor! I’m so glad I stumbled onto your IG and blog!
I’m so happy to! Thank you!!
xo Michael
Simple and FLAT OUT GORGEOUS Michael! Man you’re good!
Thank you!!
xo Michael
Wow this came together so perfectly! What a lucky find on the glassware, such fun!
Yes! I love them!
xo Michael
Oh Michael, this is absolute Christmas perfection! I adore red and white and it looks so good in this room! It’s all so pretty, but I think the multiple wreaths on the windows might be my favorite;)
So happy to be “hopping” with you again~
Sheila
xo
Thank you, Sheila!! I loved your dining room too!
xo Michael
I love the red and white and I want to move in to your new kitchen! :0)
Thank you, Heather!
Your windows are the showstopper for me!
🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
Yay! I love them too!
xo Michael
Everything is absolutely gorgeous! My favorite thing is the wreaths on the windows. You mentioned that you used a clear Command hook to hang them. Did you attach that Command hook to the windows? Thanks for your help!
Yep! Just right onto the window.
xo Michael
I’m not sure what I love the most – is it the window with the wreaths?, the mini evergreen trees, the cake, the table runner – this is so lovely. After hosting every single holiday, b’day, Valentines day, anniversary, etc., etc., for over 35+ years I have passed the baton to my daughter. However, this year I have decided to host a family holiday party about 2 weeks prior to Christmas. I converted over to more simple white and green on my mantel several years ago. I can’t wait to go out to shop for some of those mini trees for my table. Thanks for the inspiration.
That should be so fun to watch your daughter take on the holidays, but also nice you still get to do a couple things. Thank you!
xo Michael
Love to spend Christmas with you! Gorgeous dining room! Love the simplicity of it all. A little snow outside and it’s ready for guests. I’ll actually be in Pittsburgh for Christmas, bringing the snow from MN. I’ll have to make that cake for dessert for my son and family, looks yummy!
I love spending my Christmas with you all too! And yay! I love a little snow at Christmas!
xo Michael
Beautiful, classy & festive. You have such a talent Michael!!!
I so appreciate this Sarah! Thank you!!
xo Michael
Love every piece of this tablescape! Thanks for decorating early so we can all be inspired. I love the clean line and the holiday vibe this table generates! You’re the master!
Thank you! Thank you!! <3
xo Michael
Your Christmas dining room decor is just what I needed to get my own ideas more defined. I knew I wanted a more simple decorating this year and love the Scandi look. The red white and black with touches of nature provided by the wreaths and trees is perfect. The light provided by your new windows is so lovely.Enjoy all the work you have been doing in your home and have a wonderful blessed holiday.
I so appreciate this, Kathy! Thank you! And I’m LOVING the new windows!
xo Michael
You need your own magazine already !
Haha. Yes! I’m totally down for that!
xo Michael
I’d subscribe for sure!
This whole space is stunning! So beautiful and festive!
Thank you, Kristen!
xo Michael