04 Dec Eco-friendly Festive Decor for Your Table

Christmas doesn’t always have to be bold and brash – why not take inspiration from a simple Scandinavian aesthetic and the evergreen beauty of nature. Use burlap fabric or organic cotton reusable tablecloths and napkins; light non-toxic candles to a create a soft, festive glow; evoke the senses with cinnamon sticks and sprigs of rosemary or lavender; and bring the outdoors in with greenery, branches and found objects like pinecones, feathers and stones.

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

1. Hang something overhead

Whether it’s a bare branch wrapped in fairy lights, a green wreath, or hanging glass baubles, draw the eye upwards with a beautiful centrepiece that won’t interrupt conversation across the table.

via Evergreen Direct	Via Kara Rosenlund
Via Architecture Art Designs	Via Architecture Art Designs

Enhance your eco-friendly festive decor:

Solar Green Solar Lights Star Shape, R189	Little One Honeycomb Balls, R169
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Consol 2L Jar, R45	With Love Pure Beeswax Natural T-Delight Candles pack of 6, R89.90
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2. Place settings

Make guests feel welcome with personalised place settings inspired by nature – include a beautifully written place name, miniature rosemary wreaths, or individual gifts such as mini cactus.

Via Confetti Daydreams	Via The Wedding Chicks
Via Babble	Via Paper and Lace

More eco-friendly decor from Faithful to Nature:

Black Sunbird Napkin Rings Wild Leaves set of 6, R205	Black Sunbird Placemats – Set of 6, R295
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Home Made Traditional Drinks Jar with Straw 450ml – Green, R55	Living Nostalgia 1.1L Small Jug, R225
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3. Centrepieces

On the table – whether indoors or out – display beautiful glassware, rustic candle holders, flowers from the garden, homemade Christmas crackers, or plants in recycled containers.

Via Want That Wedding	Via Wedding Wire
Via Pioneer Settler	Via Style Me Pretty

Some more finishing touches:

Moko Africa Bread & Cheese Board, R199	With Love Pure Beeswax Rolled Dinner Candle Set, R44
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Gift Gardens Small EarthPot, R39	Black Sunbird Candle Holder Protea, R233
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Visit our Pinterest page for more inspiration for rustic table settings, alternative Christmas trees, and eco-friendly ways to wrap gifts.