Create An Elegant Holiday Centerpiece On A Thrift Store Budget With An Easy DIY

Whether you're hosting a holiday dinner party or simply want your table to feel more festive this season, creating a beautiful centerpiece is sure to get the job done. A well-crafted centerpiece accomplishes a few things. It serves as a focal point that ties the table together, showcases your personality, and, most importantly, helps create a memorable dining experience for you and your guests. With such a big role to play on your tablescape, getting the centerpiece just right can feel like a lot of pressure. That said, you don't need to spend a ton of money to craft the ideal piece. Instead, you can give your holiday tablescapes an upgrade with a simple thrift store find.

By pairing a few pieces of glassware with a long wooden tray or bowl from the thrift store, some greenery from your backyard, and a couple of tealight candles, you can make an easy, inexpensive centerpiece that oozes elegance and simplicity. The best part about this simple centerpiece concept is that it leaves lots of room for you to personalize and tweak it based on what you find at your local second-hand shop. So if you've been searching for Christmas dining room decor ideas to help celebrate a festive feast in style, it might be time for a thrift trip.

To assemble your holiday centerpiece, start by placing some greenery in your tray or bowl. Then, nestle your thrifted glassware into the greenery. How many glasses you use will depend on the size of your vessel and personal preference. To finish it off, place real or faux tealight candles in each glass for a little glow. If you don't want to (or can't) cut real greenery for your yard, a preassembled garland can also be placed in the bowl for a similar effect. On the same note, you can swap the candles out for a string of twinkle lights if you already have those on hand. Other fun add-ins include things like pinecones, dried orange slices, and taper candles at varying heights. If there's room, tucking a small framed photo or a sentimental Christmas ornament into the centerpiece is an easy way to take it to the next level.

When searching for supplies for this DIY, most thrift stores have an overflowing glassware section filled with unique cups and bowls that would work perfectly. A long wooden bowl or tray, on the other hand, is a holiday hosting essential that you can find at the thrift store, though it may take a bit more effort. It's an invaluable item for those who love a good centerpiece, as you can repurpose it for every season and holiday with a few minor changes — any long, trough-like bowl or platter will work to create the same effect.