Transform a straightforward Christmas table decoration featuring seedheads and twisted hazel for a stunning holiday impact.
For a minimal impact, natural Christmas table centerpiece that exudes rustic charm and eco-friendliness, follow these expert tips to create an arrangement that is both beautiful and sustainable.
Gather natural materials
Collect twisted hazel branches, which add organic shapes and height to the centerpiece. Pair these with dried flowers such as hydrangeas, lavender, or wheat stalks that naturally complement the rustic and natural look.
Choose a simple container
Use a recycled glass vase, mason jar, or a minimal ceramic vessel to hold the branches and dried flowers. This keeps the impact low by reusing items and avoiding single-use plastics.
Arrange with natural balance
Start by placing the twisted hazel branches vertically to create structure and visual interest. Then, weave in the dried flowers at varying heights to add softness and texture. Keep the arrangement airy and not too dense to emphasise the minimalist aesthetic.
Add subtle natural accents
Incorporate elements like dried orange slices, pine cones, or a few sprigs of dried greenery if desired to enhance the Christmas feel without overwhelming the natural materials.
Minimise waste and environmental impact
Use seasonal and locally sourced materials wherever possible. Since dried flowers last longer, they reduce waste compared to fresh blooms. Twisted hazel branches can often be pruned sustainably from local sources or garden waste.
Keep decorations simple
Avoid synthetic ornaments or excessive decoration to maintain the natural and minimal vibe. A small, natural candle nearby could add warmth and glow without detracting from the centerpiece’s simplicity.
Hang the centerpiece
The table centerpiece requires a central hook or command hook to hang it. Twist the hazel branches into a shape that fits the hook, and use thin gauge wire to attach the branches and honesty stems securely. Loop brass leaves from ALBA Jewellery over the stems of the twisted hazel at various positions to add an elegant touch.
Alternatives to peeled honesty (Lunaria annua) can include Bunny's tail (Lagurus ovatus), pennycress (Thlaspi arvense), or nipplewort (Lapsana communis). The metal ring for the table centerpiece has a diameter of your choice, and the one shown is 40cm.
Ethereal seedheads from Clematis 'Bill MacKenzie' are used, but any clematis will work. The brass leaves help to hang the centerpiece in position, and the table is decorated with soft linens, handmade pottery, beeswax candles, and flower frogs filled with seedheads from the garden.
This style aligns with advice to use natural elements like dried orange slices, pine cones, and evergreen branches for holiday decor that is both beautiful and sustainable. By embracing minimalism and natural materials in this way, your Christmas table centerpiece will be elegant, eco-friendly, and full of rustic charm.
- To complement the natural look of the Christmas centerpiece, consider incorporating dried flowers such as hydrangeas, lavender, or wheat stalks, along with materials like dried orange slices, pine cones, or dried greenery.
- To keep the impact of the centerpiece low and promote sustainability, reuse items like recycled glass vases, mason jars, or minimal ceramic vessels for the arrangement.
- When creating the arrangement, strive for a balance between structure and softness by placing twisted hazel branches vertically for height and visual interest, and weaving in the dried flowers at varying heights to add texture.
- To align with a minimalist lifestyle, opt for a simple container, an arrangement that is not too dense, and avoid synthetic ornaments or excessive decoration, instead using natural materials like twigs, leaves, and seedheads.
