Thursday, December 22, 2011

A Formal Christmas Eve Dinner

Now that you've seen my Christmas breakfast table, it's time to set the dinner table. 



On holidays, we use "the good stuff" for our most special honored guests...  family. 





The dinnerware is Royal Doulton Carlyle. White with a teal cloisonne pattern outlined in 24 k gold.





The crystal is Waterford Lismore Tall.





The deer are craft store papier mache, sprayed with gold enamel.




Fostoria crystal napkin ring with a "fleur de lys" napkin fold.  Flatware is Wallace Grande Baroque sterling.




The charger plates are Godinger Baroque, from Amazon.com.





The sequined votives are from Stats.











Let's light the candles...




Be sure to visit Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for Tablescape Thursday.







7 comments:

  1. Very formal, but not stuffy. It is elegant and warm, especially in the candlelight. Great pictures. Thanks for posting. ~CJ

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  2. So beautiful! I have admired Carlyle since I was a bride selecting china in 1972. You show it off beautifully on this table!

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  3. Lovely table that would make anyone feel VERY special.Merry Christmas.♥♫

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  4. Oh my those dishes are g..g..g..gorgeous! Those Waterford Lismore stemware pieces are stunning! Love the deer centerpiece! Your last photo is a knock out!

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  5. This is all very beautiful and elegant. Your china and crystal is quite lovely.

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  6. Such an elegant table...I love your china, silver and crystal. Non-traditional colors for Christmas are beautiful!

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  7. This is a gorgeous table! Very elegant and just right for a formal Christmas dinner. Love it!

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