Christmas Table

Everything for a Christmas table that looks considered without costing a fortune: taper candles in red, gold, white, ivory and yellow, flip holders that take a dinner candle one way up and a tealight the other, floral glass candle holders with real flowers and leaves set into the glass, hand-carved wooden candle stands, Himalayan salt candle holders and preserved reindeer moss for a runner down the middle.

How to put it together

• Pick one colour story. Red and gold is traditional; white, ivory and green is quieter.
• Tall in pairs, low in the middle. Tapers towards the ends, glass and moss down the centre, so faces stay visible across the table.
• Odd numbers. Three or five points of light read as a group.
• Keep greenery and moss well clear of every flame, and never leave candles burning unattended.

For more ideas, read our Christmas table centrepiece ideas, how to style taper candles for Christmas, dining table decor ideas and how to style a mantelpiece. Visiting for Christmas dinner? See Christmas host gifts.

Common questions

What candles go in the carved candle stands?

A church or pillar candle wide enough to sit securely. The stands are carved wood, so never let a candle burn down close to the wood.

How do I use a Himalayan salt candle holder?

With a tealight in its cup, on a dry surface away from steam. Our guide to Himalayan salt candle holder care explains how to keep it dry and clean.

Is reindeer moss safe near candles?

Keep it well away from every flame: preserved moss is dry and catches easily. Use it in a runner down the middle with the candles at the ends, or in a bowl away from the candles. Read more in what is reindeer moss.

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