5 Cozy Tips for Your Winter Dining Room Table Décor

With the Christmas decorations put away, you might be longing for those cozy Christmas feels in the midst of what seems like a long, and for some of us, cold winter season. We want to help you create the coziest gatherings with these fabulous tips for your dining room table décor.

So, pull up a comfy chair and your fuzzy throw blanket, and let’s dig into how to make your next gathering packed with warmth and style.

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Thank you Sweet Annie!

Another big thank you to Sweet Annie for crafting delicious bread bowls to be set at each of these winter place settings. Angela never fails to impress us with her baking creations. 🤍

If you are in the market for homemade bread bowls to hold your favorite soup this winter season (click here for our favorite chicken wild rice soup recipe- it’s SO delicious), don’t hesitate to reach out to Angela through her Instagram page. She’d be delighted to assist in making your gathering truly special with these delightful bread bowl creations!

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1. Adding Neutral Tones

Adding colors and shades from a more neutral color palette during the winter season is a warm and welcome change, providing a soothing contrast to the bright lights, glitz, and glamour of the Christmas season.

Neutral tones like beige, cream, winter white, tan, gray, brown, and black can complement virtually any style. They can also help you incorporate a color scheme inspired by the natural beauty of the great outdoors, which is especially appealing if you reside in a colder winter climate.

Even if you live in warmer winter weather (this is the time of year when I don’t particularly enjoy living in the Mitten, but I’m learning how to embrace it 😜), feel free to incorporate those serene and simple hues into your winter tablescape. This can help create a cozier atmosphere during the plain-Jane months of the year.

2. Winter Tablescape Ideas- Incorporate Outdoor Elements

Pine trees become the shining stars of the season in the great outdoors once the leaves from the deciduous trees lose their coverage. One fantastic winter tablescape idea is to incorporate bits and pieces of them into your dining table décor.

You can create winter wonderland table centerpieces with a cluster of small faux pine trees delicately arranged in the center of your table, or add a few pine sprigs to your winter floral centerpieces to infuse the blooms with the season’s ambiance.

If you’re feeling crafty and want to take a more DIY approach to your winter tablescapes, you can gather pine greens from outside and tuck them into your napkin rings. Another idea is to use freshly picked pine cones and acorns as charming yet simple winter table decorations.

3. Add Candle Ambiance

Incorporating candles of all shapes and sizes will instantly transform your winter tablescape decorations, creating a wonderfully cozy ambiance.

I absolutely adore these My Texas House candle holders from Walmart. They feature gold mercury glass detailing inside their frosted gray glass shell, which imparts a warm and inviting glow to the candles.

Here are more ways you can add candles to your winter dining room table décor.

• Arrange pillar candles in clusters inside a hurricane vase to create a beautiful centerpiece. For more inspiration, click here.
• Place neutral-colored candlesticks in elegant silver or gold holders along the center of your table.
• Add shorter pinecone shaped votives or other beautifully coordinating small candle holders where your table has empty space or could use a touch of warmth.

4. Winter Themed Table Décor- Add Soup Bowls

I know it’s a simple idea, but since fall and winter are the perfect times to make delicious homemade soups, why not add soup bowls to your dinner and salad plate ensemble? It’s an ideal way to start your dinner by offering your guests a comforting dish that will satisfy their cravings.

Your soup bowls don’t have to match your other dinnerware pieces, but they should complement the colors you’ve chosen.

For example, you can have a creamy white dinner plate as the base, followed by a black or gray accent/salad plate, and then topped with a creamy white soup bowl.

Arrange your dinnerware in a way that brings joy to your heart. You can use what you have, go for budget-friendly options like Dollar Tree or Ollies, or even borrow some classic pieces from your friends’ cabinets.

Design with your heart, and you’ll see your dinner party experience come to life. Soup and all! 😉

5. Winter Tablescape Ideas- Layers of Texture

Whether you follow trends in fashion or home décor, the winter season always brings an abundance of texture in both areas. Incorporating texture into your winter dining room table décor will infuse the cozy ambiance of the season and make your tablescape stand out.

Many times, the reason your eyes are drawn to certain styles, décor pieces, and even tablescape layouts is because of the amount of texture in the design.

As you can see in the winter tablescape we’re showcasing, you have the foundational texture starting with a linen tablecloth, adorned with a thick woven table runner.

Next, you notice the glossy texture of the dinnerware, water goblets, and clear votive holders.

The centerpiece comes to life with natural wooden textures from the tiered serving stand, alongside the pine cones and faux pine trees.

The frosted candle holders are the delightful embellishments that remind me of the perfect pair of earrings to complement an outfit. They contribute just the right amount of sparkle and a glistening glow to the dinner table’s ambiance.

Bonus Tip!

Incorporating food as winter table décor, will ALWAYS take your tablescape to the next level. And, make it oh-so-cozy and inviting for your guests. 😋

As you can see, we made an apple and pear gallate and a mini charcuterie board (smoked gouda cheese, brazil nuts, and red grapes) and staged them on a tiered platter as the centerpiece. Then, added the most delicious creamy chicken wild rice soup to the bread bowls at each place setting. Talk about delicious!

Sources

• Tablecloth- Target (Threshold at Target have my favorite tablecloths 🤍)
• Table Runner- Homegoods
• Chargers- Dollar Tree
• Dinner and Salad Plates- Walmart
• Flatware- Walmart
• Frosted Candle Votives- Walmart
• Clear Glass Candle Holders- Ikea
• Tiered Wood and Metal Serving Stand- Target (holiday section)
• Water Goblets- Dollar Tree
• Water Carafe- Target
• Linen Napkins- Amazon
• Pinecones- Amazon
• Faux Spruce Trees- Target

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NEW FEATURE- What to Wear to the Party?

One new aspect we’re introducing is demonstrating how you can coordinate a stunning tablescape with trendy yet budget-friendly outfits.

If you’re wondering what to wear to a party like this, we want to help you eliminate the guesswork from your planning. Opt for a simple, cozy sweater, a cute pair of jeans, and some cozy socks (if you take your shoes off at the door 😉) – they make perfect choices!

Please share your thoughts on our “new feature” in the comments! 🤍 What do you think?

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I hope these cozy winter dining room table décor ideas have inspired you to host more gatherings this winter season and enjoy creating lasting memories in your cute and comfy home. 🏠✨

For additional ideas on how to make the most of the months of January and February and discover activities to maximize every moment, check out our January Bucket list, brimming with ideas and suggestions.

Here’s to a new year filled with embracing all that life has to offer. 🥂