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Colourful & Curated Christmas Tablescape

December 8, 2017~ Christmas, Parties & entertaining, tablescape

One of my favourite posts each season is the tablescape I create for entertaining. It’s always something a little different and fresh, but it’s always colourful. This year’s Colourful & Curated Christmas Tablescape is one for the books because of how simple it is – at least in my eyes. I think the real scene this year is happening on the sideboard, but that’s just because it’s displaying my super fun cake and cocktail situation. So without further ado, my Colourful & Curated Christmas Tablescape!

Check out this year’s Christmas Home Tour // here //

Oh wait! Before we get started I’d like to thank Chloe for organizing this hop, and for including me. Make sure you scroll to the bottom to see what else everyone is up to this week.

Check out last year’s Christmas tablescape // here //

*HomeSense sponsored this post, but all thoughts are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make PMQ for two possible.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

You may have seen my dining room decor in the Christmas house tour // here // but it looks totally different for my Colourful & Curated Christmas Tablescape. I’ve swapped a lot of accessories, added new ones, and jazzed it up where appropriate. as you can see, one of my poinsettias moved into the dining room and is hanging out in a nice ray of sunshine.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Okay, so this cake was a stroke of genius. I saw a version of this on Lauren Conrad’s blog – although hers had way more stuff on it. I used some of my extra bottle brush trees and some fun candles I’ve had kicking around for a while. The little sugar spun mushrooms are an extra dash of whimsy that I think complete the look.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

I’ve been collecting little seasonal nicknacks from HomeSense for a few years now. These little sky plates are from 2 years ago, and the cake stand is even older! The napkins, dishes, and cutlery are also HomeSense finds, so it goes to show that you can 100% set an interesting and unique tablescape even while shopping in one store.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

The centerpiece is a Kate Spade runner I found at HomeSense (for 24$!!!) and added big gift boxes with pretty bows. Two simple candles and two of my vintage deer frame the whole thing nicely. It’s simple by my standards, but impactful. The best part is that everything has a place and a purpose after it’s all done.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

You may have noticed how that top shot is framed to showcase a sleeping kitty cat. Boots is almost always sitting on that foot stool, or running around the dining room. There’s no dinner party without him, hence his inclusion in the hop.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Like I said, this Colourful & Curated Christmas Tablescape is really happening on the sideboard really. It’s where I’ve got that cake plus some delicious pomegranate and vodka cocktails. The glasses and pitcher are a last minute find from Homesense and am absolutely going to be using them for NYE as well.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

The little bird with the marching band hat was found in the clearance isle of HomeSense because his tail had been broken off. I scooped him up for a bargain and brought him home with me. He fits right in next to the liquor bottles.

The gift tags from HomeSense are perfect little place cards, and I can reuse them on gifts later too 😉

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

Create a colourful and curated Christmas tablescape with pops of retro and nostalgia. The look is festive and trendy without being overpowering, and my Christmas gift centerpiece is pretty darn impressive.

And that’s all for this year! I’ve got a NYE cocktail bar going up on the blog next week, so make sure you circle back for that if you’re interested.

Monday
Everyday Living | Belle Bleu Interiors | Home is Where the Boat Is
The Little Yellow Corner Store | Bluesky at Home

Tuesday
Red Cottage Chronicles | My Kentucky Living | Savvy Apron
Rattlebridge Farm | The Red Painted Cottage | Knock it Off Kim

Wednesday
The Painted Apron | A casa di Bianca | Hey Fitzy
Dining Delight | Corner of Plaid and Paisley | From My Carolina Home 

Thursday
Life and Linda | B. Lovely Events | Rosemary & Thyme
Sweet Sensations | Panoply | Our Crafty Mom 

Friday
My French Twist | Me and My Captain | Celebrate & Decorate
Nourish and Nestle | PMQ for Two

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  1. Carole @ From My Carolina Home says

    December 8, 2017 at 7:40 am

    Very cute, and has a retro feel. the bird is adorable. Boots is cute too.

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:19 pm

      Thanks Carole!

      Reply
  2. Rita C at Panoply says

    December 8, 2017 at 7:56 am

    Ariel, your table and entire home looks like a totally fun colorblast! I really wish I could see more of the detail you spoke of in this post. I feel like I’m either missing something (pictures) or perhaps you didn’t include them? I’ll check back later to see, but all in all, I agree with you on that sideboard….it’s REALLY happening over there. How fun! Happy Holidays!

    Reply
    • Rita C at Panoply says

      December 8, 2017 at 7:58 am

      Ahhh! I just refreshed with my comment and see all the gorgeous photos now!! What a cule yule you’ve got going on! Reminds me of how, when growing up, my family used to decorate the rec room of our house. Celebrate!

      Reply
      • Ariel says

        December 11, 2017 at 9:17 pm

        it’s all good 😉 Thanks for stoping by!

        Reply
  3. Marsha Grocholski says

    December 8, 2017 at 8:59 am

    I am ready to party and have fun when I see your table. It does have a retro feel and it is so festive. It reminds me of my childhood days at Christmas. The mixture of colors and patterns keep it lively and nostalgic too. Love the details like the deer, bottle brush trees and wreaths, confetti bow napkin ring and tree topper. I am ready for that cocktail and fun. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:16 pm

      That just warmed my heart. I’m glad to hear my styling and tour evoked such vibrant feelings for you. Cocktails start at 6pm! Happy holidays

      Reply
  4. Chloe Crabtree says

    December 8, 2017 at 10:20 am

    Just lovely! I really am enjoying a totally fresh and unique look with your Christmas tablescape! The bright colors and the kitschy feel you have created are perfect! I would be more than happy to sit down and enjoy a glass of my favorite champagne with you! Thank you so much for being a part of another tablescape blog hop! Merry Christmas!

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    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:15 pm

      Thank you Chloe <3 The Kitschy cute look is my favourite for Christmas, I think it lends itself well to my style. I'd love to have you over for some champagne and cake! Maybe next year? Happy holidays!

      Reply
  5. Kari at Me and My Captain says

    December 8, 2017 at 11:17 am

    Ariel….Love the retro look! And the bows…did I miss where you found them? The cake is also adorable and the kitty fits right in. I agree that this tablescape and sideboard are where it is happening and where it happened when I was growing up. thanks for the memories. and thanks for joining our blog hop. Merry Christmas to you and yours from us and ours.

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    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:14 pm

      Hi Kari! I snagged those bows in the paper section of HomeSense (they’ve always got the best stuff). I’m glad you enjoy my styling as much as I do! Happy holidays to you and yours.

      Reply
  6. Jenna says

    December 8, 2017 at 11:57 am

    Such total fun! I love all the bright happy colors! I love how kooky crazy everything is! Happy holidays~

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    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:13 pm

      Thanks Jenna!

      Reply
  7. [email protected] Bleu Interiors says

    December 8, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    What a happy, bright, pretty, and festive holiday table! I love all of the gorgeous color! It has been so much fun blog hopping with you! I hope you have a merry Christmas!!!!

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:12 pm

      Thanks Shannon!

      Reply
  8. Tammy says

    December 8, 2017 at 5:14 pm

    Hi Ariel,
    Your holiday table looks fabulous! And that cake…it turned out perfectly. I am a huge lover of bottle brush trees and love the way you sprinkled them around. Incorporating presents as part of your center piece is a great idea. And those pink reindeer, what sweet treasures that are perfect for the holiday. So fun blog hopping with you!

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    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:11 pm

      Thanks Tammy <3 I think I need to start a collection of retro deer - I can't let my nutcracker collection be the one showstopper!

      Reply
  9. Lynn Spencer says

    December 9, 2017 at 9:38 am

    First off…I hope you made that photo of boots into your Christmas card! It is wonderful!

    And to your table, I am always so excited to see how you play with color…you truly have a remarkable knack for putting palettes and patterns together and this table is no exception. So funny, when I saw that Grand budapest poster I thought, “of course, that is so ARiel’s style”…wasn’t it a great movie?

    Have a wonderful and festive Christmas around that lovely and festive table my friend.

    Hugs, Lynn

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:10 pm

      It didn’t make our Christmas card, but he is in it! I’ll tag you when I share it 😉
      Thank you so much for the kind words, it means a lot!
      The GBH is one of my favourite Wes Anderson movies – It’s actually on my Christmas list!

      Thank you for the well wishes, I’m gonna send them right back to you! Happy holidays, and I look forward to blogging together in the new year <3

      Reply
  10. ann krucek says

    December 9, 2017 at 11:01 am

    You have created such a fun and colorful christmas table! I love you eclectic style. This is my first time to your blog – so I had to take some time too look behind your table and notice your home and all of its wonderful retro vibe!! It was a pleasure stopping by on the hop and find a treasure of a blog like yours!!

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:08 pm

      Well thank you Ann! Welcome! I hope you had a moment to poke around and find something you like. Happy holidays!

      Reply
  11. Linda says

    December 9, 2017 at 12:35 pm

    ariel, you tab le screams so much fun! it just makes you smile. Mixing and matching works beautifully. Bottle brush trees are so timeless. Not so sure why my caps are not working. A pleasure to join you in this fun blog hop.

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    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:08 pm

      Thanks Linda <3 They sure are timeless! Happy holidays

      Reply
  12. [email protected] says

    December 9, 2017 at 1:20 pm

    Ariel, you get my vote for most colorful, original tablescape. Love the bright colors and the quirky pieces. It’s a very happy scene. Glad to be on the tablescape blog hop with you. ANy girl who puts veuve clicquot on her table is a great hostess and girlfriend.

    Reply
  13. Pam Richardson says

    December 9, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    Ariel,I love your fearless use of color and pattern! This is so fun and yes it is happening on the buffet for sure! Great photos…I have enjoyed blog hopping with you!

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:05 pm

      Thanks Pam! It’s what I’m known for 😉 Happy holidays!

      Reply
  14. Sandra L Garth says

    December 9, 2017 at 7:22 pm

    This table is like a work of art. It’s Colorful and very creative. Then there’s the sideboard, wow! Great styling and fab pictures. It’s been a pleasure hopping with you again

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:04 pm

      Thank you so much Sandra! I take great pride in my styling and photos, so it’s always nice to hear other people enjoy them too.

      Reply
  15. R Farm says

    December 9, 2017 at 9:38 pm

    Inventive and fun, your table embodies the essence of Christmas. I adore your sideboard— it is an amazing place to weave food (adorable cake) and decorative details. Enjoyed table hopping with you.

    Reply
  16. Carol says

    December 11, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    Ariel, Your dining room is so fun and festive. I love the decorated boxes on your table, and your sideboard with all those cute bottle brushes and that cake! Oh, and I’m in love with your funky bird!! So happy to be in this blog hop with you. Merry Christmas, my friend!

    Reply
  17. Toni | Small home soul says

    December 18, 2017 at 10:32 am

    Oh my gosh, I LOVE your dining room, so colorful and festive. And your table is fabulous too! I’d die for that winter light coming through my windows.

    Reply

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