A Special Christmas Table Display

Caroline Graham Swann

Caroline Graham Swann

Hello, darlings! Do you want to design a beautiful Christmas table and make it an extra special time at the feast?  I have discovered my family and friends love being seated with a beautiful present resting on their plate.  It’s such a festive touch and can be presented in a special box with some beautiful Christmas designs. These are usually easy to find in hobby stores and have the added bonus of not needing to be wrapped.

For example, one year I chose red velvet boxes with a seed pearl design, giving the display a Victorian touch and evoking memories of A Christmas Carol. Another year, blue satin boxes with crystal and silver trim really complimented my china and crystal, bringing glorious elegance and drama to our table. There are so many to choose from and these boxes are not expensive, but they look like they cost a fortune. If memory serves me correctly, it was only a couple of dollars for each box.

Having a special gift at each table also helps the children happy and dulling the urge to hurry through the evening and open all the presents, if one’s tradition is to open gifts after the feast. Adults love the beauty and pleasure of an early special gift so beautifully presented, also.

I hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas!