It's a joyful Christmas morning and the table is set for breakfast {well, brunch most likely!} The vintage "elf on the shelf" inspired the traditional red & green color scheme. I love when period styles are blended, so there's a mix of modern, vintage and contemporary elements.
The table features two table runners crisscrossing, both with fun prints. One is actually two dish towels from Crate & Barrel put together {shhh}... can you tell which one? The centerpiece consists of a sparkly snowman, Swedish Kosta Boda crystal snowball votive and red roses {Trader Joes, thank you very much!} with heather {from the garden} in a milk glass bowl (from an estate sale}. Here’s how to make the floral centerpiece.
Glittery, lime green snowflake ornaments are used as napkin rings {from Crate & Barrel}.
The table even includes a note to Santa with nibbled snacks from the wee hours of the morning.
And as you can see, that little elf keeps hopping around... he just wouldn't sit still!
To see more festive Christmas tabletops, visit Between Napa on the Porch.
Happy Holidays!
*all photos by Cristin Priest for Simplified Bee®
What a perfectly adorable table! Love your colors and little elf.
ReplyDeleteSo very creative. Crate and Barrel has such beautiful linens. Thanks for stopping by and I really love your blog! I'm a follower!
ReplyDeleteRuthie
So pretty and magazine-worthy Cristin. I really love the patterns you've used on the table and how they provide the perfect background. Thanks for stopping by. Jane
ReplyDeleteShelf elfs came along after my kids were out of the house. They are so cute! I love the clear colors that you have employed in your tablescape. You have a nice eye for design. Good call on the table runners. Thank you for sharing your charming design and for stopping by my post. Cherry Kay
ReplyDeleteMy first visit here....your table is simply great. I love that it is colorful and fun! Just perfect for Christmas :)
ReplyDeleteMerry CHRISTmas!
Gail
Cristin,
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute table! It has the spunk of a Christmas Elf and I love the retro feel. The roses are beautiful and add perfect touch of elegance. I love roses with evergreens. Good luck in the decorating contest! Merry Christmas!
Sherry
oh where did you get those maple leaf cookies? I got some and forgot where it was... craving...
ReplyDeleteI bet Santa won't want to leave your house!!!
ReplyDeleteCharming....
pve
Good luck! I love how you mixed the elements together.
ReplyDeleteabby
The little elf reminds me of my youth. I love when they greet me every Christmas.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your sweet comments on my blog. I'm glad I found yours. Your table is just so cute!
ReplyDeleteI also went to Scot's blog to see some of the other entries. Thanks again.
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This is too cute, Cristin! Love the table. And the little elf is adorable!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Thanks for all the nice comments everyone!
ReplyDeleteKimberly, the maple cookies are from Trader Joes... my kids love them.
xo,
Cristin
You are so creative! Love your tablescape! Do you hire out? lol.... That's one area that I need help with! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays!
Becky
LOVE your linens!! and how you criss-crossed them! Merry Christmas blogger elf!
ReplyDelete:D Lynda
I adore your table ! I'll be right over for breakfast!!!!
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Kate
It's definitely magazine-worthy, Cristin! I love it!
ReplyDeleteI love your table. It's so fun and festive! Love your elf! He's makes it all complete! May I ask you where you found your Greek key runner?
ReplyDeleteAllison, The Greek Key table runner was purchased on One Kings Lane. I love it!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
Cristin
Beautiful! The little elf is adorable sitting on the stemware.
ReplyDeletebeautiful entry! great table. best for the holidays
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What cute table decor! Love the layering of runners and the note to Santa (and his reindeer) is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment on my artwork today.
Have a great Christmas and New Year!
x Charlotta
So sweet! Love what you have done with the runners here! Happy Holidays!
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Sue
What a sweet table, Cristin. The roses are absolutely beautiful! And how cute is that note to Santa-- love it!
ReplyDeleteI featured this table on my blog today!
ReplyDeleteabby
Cristin, I just love, love your table! So fresh & pretty for Christmas. Just beautiful! Merry Christmas, my friend.
ReplyDeleteCristin!
ReplyDeleteI love your entry!Love the cheerful colors and inspiration, and especially the red "cranberries on the tree. It will be so fun to see all of the entries...I hope tomorrow. Good luck!!!
And wishing you the happiest of holidays!
xx
Katie
Beautiful! love the setting, especially that green geometric table runner :).
ReplyDeleteMorgan @ PDB
I love those snowflakey napkin rings ornaments!
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