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A Natural Holiday Tablescape + Blog Hop

Holiday· Home Decor· Tablescape· The Seasonal Home

6 Dec

Jute chargers and eucalyptus make this natural holiday tablescape a simple and rustic way to bring nature into your table decor! [post contains affiliate links, which means we may make a small commission, at NO additional cost to you, if a purchase is made. thanks for supporting north country nest!]

I think I say this every time but tablescapes are my absolute favorite way to decorate! There’s just something so fun and relaxing about putting together a beautiful table and today’s post is no different.

natural holiday tablescape


This holiday season we’re simplifying and bringing in all the greenery and natural elements that we can.

holiday tablescape with natural elements

The inspiration for today’s decor started at one of my favorite stores – Trader Joe’s. They had eucalyptus everywhere and I just couldn’t help myself. I picked up a few bouquets and let them sit on the counter for a week to dry out.

natural table setting for holiday tablescape

For the table settings, I knew I wanted to keep it minimal so I started with a jute charger and added my favorite plain white dishes.

holiday tablescape with natural elements


To make the napkins, I grabbed a pack of flour sack towels, wrapped them in twine with a pinecone and stuck a sprig of eucalyptus down the center.

natural element holiday tablescape

I think it kind of ties it all together, don’t you?

holiday tablescape with natural elements

For the glasses, I drew some inspiration from our own Christmas Eve family gathering. Wine is always a staple, hence the lowball wine glasses.

holiday tablescape with natural elements

But after dinner, we usually sit down with a hot cuppa and Bailey’s. So, I plopped down a coffee mug as well because, why not?

natural element holiday tablescape

Those black candle holders? I picked them up on clearance at Target (duh.) a month ago – at only seven bucks a piece they were practically jumping into my cart.

holiday tablescape with black candle holders

Since I didn’t want it to be too bland, I added in those mercury glass votives at the last minute. They don’t add too much shine but just enough to bring some glamour into the setting.

dried eucalyptus table centerpiece


And that dried eucalyptus? I cut off the stems and spread it in between the candle sticks and votive holders.

table setting for holiday tablescape

Now, we’re off to enjoy some coffee and Bailey’s 🙂

natural element holiday tablescape

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, friends! Be sure to hop on over to all the other bloggers joining in on this hop!

natural holiday tablescape

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  1. Amanda @ The Bay Bush says

    December 6, 2018 at 8:26 am

    I love the neutral colors! It’s all so pretty!

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    • North Country Nest says

      December 13, 2018 at 5:15 am

      Thank you, Amanda!

      Reply
  2. Tylynn says

    December 6, 2018 at 12:34 pm

    This is beautiful Kelly! All the dark and neutral colors flow so nicely.

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    • North Country Nest says

      December 13, 2018 at 5:15 am

      Thank you, Tylynn!

      Reply
  3. Lora says

    December 7, 2018 at 10:43 am

    These photos are gorgeous, Kelly!! I love the eucalyptus.

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    • North Country Nest says

      December 13, 2018 at 5:15 am

      Aww, thanks, Lora! And always yes to eucalyptus! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Sara Smith says

    December 10, 2018 at 12:35 am

    These pictures look so stunning. I love how you presented the napkins, Kelly!.

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    • North Country Nest says

      December 13, 2018 at 5:16 am

      Thank you so much, Sara!

      Reply
  5. Valenica Abbott says

    December 10, 2018 at 12:53 am

    Your table is stunning! You did a great job and I love the natural decor, is so elegant. Doesn’t it feel great to have our table ready for the holidays?!

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    • North Country Nest says

      December 13, 2018 at 5:16 am

      Thank you so much, Valenica! We are all about the natural elements here 🙂

      Reply
  6. Create With Joy says

    December 17, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    Your tablescapes are SO beautiful! Thanks for sharing them with us at Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy – you are one of our three Featured Guests this week! 🙂

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  7. Create With Joy says

    December 17, 2018 at 5:05 pm

    P.S. The twitter link in your blog heading needs updating! xoxo 🙂

    Reply
  8. Kathryn Griffin says

    December 17, 2018 at 8:52 pm

    Such a lovely table setting! Thank you for sharing! You are one of the features at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link to this week’s bash: http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/make-pretty-monday-week-279/ Have a beautiful week ahead! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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