The Christmas Edit: 6 Products We Can’t Wait to Use on Our Dining Table
If the kitchen is the engine room of Christmas, the dining table is undoubtedly its heart. It’s where the crackers are pulled, the wine is poured, and the memories are truly made.
While we love the food (who doesn’t look forward to the roast potatoes all year?), we believe that setting the scene is just as important as the menu. A beautifully dressed table sets the mood before the first guest even sits down. It says, "come in, relax, and stay a while."
We’ve curated a list of our absolute favourites for this festive season. From the perfect linen canvas to the "table jewellery" that steals the show, here is everything we are using to create a magical Christmas dining experience this year.
1. The Canvas: HKliving Olive Check Tablecloth
Every great Christmas table needs the perfect foundation, and for us, this is it. We are head over heels for this linen-cotton blend from HKliving.
What makes it special is that lovely, lived-in texture; it feels effortless yet undeniably luxurious, striking that difficult balance between "fancy" and "inviting." The colour palette is a breath of fresh air—the mint and olive check offers a fresh twist on traditional festive greens, bringing a rustic, retro charm to the room. It is the kind of backdrop that makes every plate and glass pop.
2. The Layering: TBCO Cotton Ruffle Placemats
If the tablecloth is the cake, these placemats are the cherry on top. We are obsessed with the joy these bring to the table setting.
The frilled edge combined with the candy-cane red and pink stripes injects a pure, playful energy into the room that feels undeniably festive. They are perfect for layering over a simpler cloth or mixing patterns for a maximalist look. They help create that warm, inviting vibe we all want on the big day—encouraging guests to sit down, get comfortable, and linger long after the pudding is finished.
3. The Essentials: HKliving Rustic Dinner Plate in Cream
When it comes to the main event, you need a plate that can hold its own. If you love that artisanal, pottery-studio aesthetic, you need these plates in your life.
The cream glaze possesses an incredible depth and texture that somehow makes food look even more appetizing (seriously, even the Boxing Day leftovers look gourmet on these!). They are solid and satisfyingly heavy, bringing a lovely organic warmth to the table. Think of them as the perfect blank canvas for your colourful Christmas roast.
4. The Detail: Avery Row Embroidered Linen Napkins
It is often the little things that make a table feel "finished," and these napkins are pure charm. We adore the natural linen texture paired with the sweet, playful bow embroidery.
Featuring a delicate hemstitched trim, they feel vintage and special—heirlooms in the making. Placing one of these at each setting is the perfect way to make every seat feel like a wrapped gift waiting for your guests.
5. The Statement: Addison Ross Salt and Pepper Mills
This is the detail everyone always asks about. We have been obsessing over that glossy lacquer finish from Addison Ross; it catches the candlelight beautifully and feels substantial and special in your hand.
But let’s be honest—it’s not just a mill; it’s a little piece of table jewellery. With swappable ‘S’ & ‘P’ knobs, they add that perfect pop of colour and charm to the festive spread. They bridge the gap between function and style perfectly.
6. The Mood: Pygmalion Soy Wax Dinner Candles
Lighting is the secret ingredient to any festive meal. Overhead lights are out; candlelight is in.
We are completely charmed by these hand-poured beauties from Pygmalion. Not just because they look like modern art with their striking stripes and dipped tips, but because of the incredible burn time. With over 10 hours of glow, they will last from the first cracker pull right through to the evening cheese board. Plus, being 100% vegetable wax, you get a clean, guilt-free burn all day long.
Are you ready to set the table? We hope this edit inspires you to have fun with your tablescape this year. Whether you mix and match these pieces or pick one hero item to refresh your collection, we wish you a wonderful, beautiful Christmas meal!