How to Make a Christmas Tablescape in 2025: Cozy, Classic, and Easy to Recreate

Learning how to make a Christmas tablescape sweetens holiday memories like baking cookies. While bringing out those favorite recipes, unboxing beautiful holiday decor invites a festive spirit before the first guest arrives or Santa’s sleigh flies away. 

Once you learn the basics, you can build family traditions while styling Christmas tablescape in new ways every year. In this guide, designer Kim Seybert explains the top techniques for styling designer tablecloths, luxurious vases, high-end glassware, drink coasters, and more dining decor from her Holiday Collection.

Before unboxing those ornaments, hostess gifts, and festive treats, start decorating your Christmas tablescape for 2025 with the ultimate designer’s cookbook.

Key Takeaways to Create a Christmas Tablescape

1. Choose a theme that blends tradition with modern holiday style.
2. Select luxury linens, napkins, chargers, and centerpieces to create depth and structure.
3. Mix materials such as metallics, velvet, glass, and beading to add texture and richness.
4. Incorporate keepsakes, place cards, and thoughtful details to make the setting feel personal.
5. Use lighting and seasonal scents to create an inviting and celebratory atmosphere.
6. Draw inspiration from Kim Seybert’s collection for color palettes, layering ideas, and unique seasonal accents to enhance your tablescape.

Pick a Christmas Theme That Sets the Mood

Every cookie recipe begins with a flavor in mind, and your holiday table is the same way. Start with a theme that guides color palettes, textures, and the overall styling choices. These tried-and-true concepts are also favorites for Christmas home decor in 2025: 

Red, Gold, and Tartan

A classic combination that aligns with holiday home decor trends, such as Ralph Lauren Christmas. To capture this look, Kim Seybert's Holiday Threads Collection weaves crimsons, gold, and evergreen accents into plaid perfection. 

Snowy Whites

Build a serene winter tablescape with neutrals, soft textures, and candlelit glow. The Alpine Luxe guide creates that cozy winter retreat perfect for Scandinavian-inspired, modern spaces.

Forest Neutrals

Inspired by nature, this whimsical theme blends warm wood tones, woven accents, and deep greens. Pair motifs from the Verve Collection with the Wildwood floral arrangements for an organic, woodland-inspired mood.

Jolly Jewel Tones

Fashion festivities with the glamour of jewel tones like emerald, ruby, sapphire, or plum. Mix in metallic details from the Borealis or Lune Collection to display that high-style tablescape.

Of course, the theme is a starting point, but never a roadblock. Use it to spark inspiration for how you entertain and express your holiday style.

Add Texture Through Napkins, Chargers, and Layers 

Now, it’s time to throw more ingredients into the mixing bowl. Here’s how to add depth and holiday richness:  

Mix and Match Methods

• Use two primary colors for larger items, one accent for more minor details, and one standout texture to give the table definition.
• Choose chargers that match your theme: wood for rustic charm, beaded for classic elegance, or metallic for polished glamour.
• Add gold, silver, or champagne as accents to liven up the palette with some holiday spice.
• Let napkins take shape with creative cookie-cutter shapes. Or fold them neatly for a crisp effect, or drape them softly for a more relaxed style.

Build a Centerpiece That Feels Warm and Festive

A great centerpiece warms the table, just as the smell of baked cookies fills the air. It can serve as the heart of your holiday home throughout the season.

Foolproof Formula for Festive Centerpieces

1. Choose one statement luxury vase, or cluster a group of several sizes at different heights.
2. Keep the arrangement low enough for eye contact and conversation.
3. Add festive florals, evergreens, and fillers like cranberries, citrus slices, or pinecones.
4. Accent with frosted berries, velvet ribbons, or light snow-dusted branches.Place the arrangement on a tray or runner to keep it organized and easy to move if needed.
   
5. Place the arrangement on a tray or runner to keep it organized and easy to move if needed.

Bring in Decorative Details Without Overcrowding

As if dusting with sugar and sprinkles, the next stage focuses on subtle, decorative details to enhance the main display. 

Most-Loved Personal Details

• Add a small family keepsake to the centerpiece.
• Use recipe-style name cards or handwritten notes at each seat.
• Tie napkins or menus with themed ribbon for a sweet accent.

Vintage and Themed Decor

• Tuck in tiny putz houses, vintage trains, or miniature cottages among the greenery.
• Add antique glass ornaments or silver bells for nostalgic shine.
• Use woodland figures such as a fawn, owl, rabbit, or reindeer for charm.

Classic Holiday Accents

• Place a small cookie or truffle at each seat as a welcome treat.
• Add pine sprigs for a fresh holiday scent.
• Include party crackers to spark conversation and laughter.

Choose Glassware and Coasters That Complete the Look

Holiday glassware adds shimmer, clarity, and a hint of luxury to the Christmas tablescape. It might even better than royal icing on a cake with these tips: 

Styling Notes

• Set each place with the right glasses for water, wine, and any specialty holiday drinks.
• Use luxury glassware to keep the table neat, even with varied shapes.
• When leaning into metallics, colored glass adds punch. If the palette is already bright, clear glass keeps the look balanced.
• Decorate with drink coasters that enhance your theme and protect your table.

Whether glossy, glazed, etched, or metallic, Kim Seybert's mouth-blown glassware brings unmistakable artistry and shine.

Make Each Place Setting Feel Thoughtful and Festive

Treating each place setting like a holiday cookie platter ensures a pretty presentation that’s easy for guests to enjoy.

How to Set the Table

1. Place the charger in the center.
2. If you have multiple plated courses, stack them in the order they will be used.
3. Lay the napkin to the left and place the fork on top.
4. Place the knife to the right with the blade facing in, then add the spoon.
5. Position the water glass above the knife.
6. Place the wine glass just to the right of the water glass.
7. Add a festive flourish like ribbon, greenery, or a tiny accent.

Bring Your Christmas Tablescape Together

With the table set and the cookies served, make a feast for the senses with the can’t-miss elements seen in the most luxurious designer tablescapes.

Final Steps for a Festive Atmosphere

• Add warm lighting with candles, twinkle strands, or flameless options.
• Leave space for serving platters so meals can be enjoyed easily.
• Check that napkins, flatware, and glassware are neatly aligned.
• Step back and adjust spacing, height, and balance from multiple angles.
  

Quick Checklist Before Guests Arrive

Here's your final "taste test" to ensure everything is ready:

1. Linens are ironed and centered on the table
2. Chargers are evenly spaced
3. Plates are stacked in order
4. Flatware frames the plate
5. Glassware is placed above the right of the knife
6. Napkins are folded on the plate
7. Centerpiece is secured and not blocking conversation
8. Candles are ready with extra batteries and matches on hand
   
9. Serveware still allows for open space at the table
10. One festive accent decorates each place setting
    

A Last Note on Creating Christmas Tablescapes

The best Christmas tablescapes are like family cookie recipes with their warmth, personality, and many possibilities for new ingredients. Sprinkle in a few tablescape trends, new holiday napkin rings, or a vintage Christmas dinnerware set. Half the fun of entertaining is blending new and time-honored traditions.

By playing with layers and festive accents, your Christmas tablescape for 2025 will be a holiday memory cherished long after the cookie tins are put away. For more ideas, explore Kim Seybert's curated tablescapes for Christmas and holiday collections for new color, texture, and charming combinations.