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December 7, 2016 · 51 Comments

Christmas Tour – Dining Room & DIY Snowy Centrepiece + Video

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My Christmas dining room with DIY snowy centrepiece is so pretty! I can’t wait to show you.
Christmas Tour 2016  Dining Room and DIY Snowy Centrepiece - So Much Better With Age

I’m also showing you how to make a DIY snowy centrepiece that looks like real snow but will protect your dining room table from most of the mess.

I’ve had this idea for a pretty snowy centrepiece for months but it’s even extra special today because it snowed all day yesterday and my kids even had a fun snow day!

It rarely snows here in Vancouver, maybe once or twice a season but it’s really early to snow beginning of December. It just worked out perfect the snow outside and the ‘snow’ on my table.

Thank you, Christine from The DIY Mommy for inviting me to this Canadian Bloggers Home Tour that is happening all week and with nearly 30 amazing bloggers.

A dining room table decorated with faux snow and mini Christmas trees.

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There’s so much to see so let’s get started!

First this is what you’ll need,

Supplies:

  • bottlebrush trees
  • white and gold paint (if your trees have pots like mine)
  • foam brush
  • 4 rectangle trays from the dollar store (approx 12″ x 8″) or more if your table is longer
  • epsom salts
  • white glue or Mod Podge
  • frosty snow
  • buffalo snow for Christmas villages

Tutorial:

The first part of the glorious snowy centrepiece is to paint these dollar store bottlebrush trees. I started with a light coat of Raw Silk from Fusion Mineral Paint then gave them a round of speed drying in the front of the fire.

Mini flocked Christmas trees on the table.

Then I applied a light second coat of Gold Metallic from Fusion Mineral Paint.

The Christmas trees are beside sparkly bells and candles on the table as a centerpiece.

Centrepiece Tutorial:

  1. Start with gathering your supplies. Lay down some of the snowy village buffalo snow (like batting but very soft). Lay on your table like a runner.
  2. Glue or use Mod Podge and coat entire baking trays especially the edges.
  3. Cut the four corners of each tray to lay flat (best to do before glue unlike me). Sprinkle the frosty snow all over.
  4. Add the epsom salts all over the trays. I bought two but I only needed one, which is shocking as I thought I would need more. Finish off the top with another bag of the frosty snow.
 All the supplies together for creating the table centerpiece such as the faux snow and Mod Podge.

Stick in your bottlebrush trees, jingle bells, candles (I used my French yogurt jar candles) and you have a stunning snowy centrepiece.

And most importantly, your table is protected and will be easier to dismantle later on.

Looking at the trees all in a row with bells and candles on the table.
The white candles in a clear jar, bells and flocked trees.

There is so much ‘snow’ that I love the way the candles sink into it to give it a real dramatic winter effect.

The real effect of the snow on the table.

 I love my china pattern but it is not made anymore, Royal Doulton Naples Platinum.

Here are some similar patterns I found.

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The plates and cutlery tied together with ribbon.

The glittery gold ‘Merry Christmas’ banner were letters I found at Michael’s same as the Noel letters I used.

A wooden dining room table with chairs and candles with Christmas decorations on it.

I also recently gave a review on the two flocked trees I bought this year. I’m so in love with both of them.

There is a French mirror behind the table.
A glittery Christmas sign in front of a garland of evergreen.
Up close picture of the snowy little Christmas trees beside candles on the table.

I get a lot of questions about my French inspired dining room chairs. I bought them at a local furniture shop but I’ve sourced a few places to buy similar ones online.

The dining room with an antique mirror and a glittery Christmas sign.

Now be sure to visit all the other fabulous tours below.

Sources:

  • DIY linen napkins/placemats
  • French mirror from Soft Surroundings
  • Aidan Gray chandelier
  • Slim flocked Christmas tree
  • Fraser Fir garland

Be sure to watch a short video on my snowy vintage Christmas decor!

Make sure to pin it for later!

Snowy Christmas Decor graphic.
DIY Snowy Table Runner poster.

click in case you missed:

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  1. Laurie @ VinYet Etc says

    December 7, 2016 at 4:30 am

    So very pretty a perfect snowy scene, I love the idea of using Epson salts to hold candles, so smart!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 7, 2016 at 10:51 pm

      Thanks so much, Laurie!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  2. Rebeca says

    December 7, 2016 at 5:31 am

    Gorgeous centrepiece and table setting!!!! Stunning!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 7, 2016 at 10:51 pm

      Thank you, Rebecca!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  3. Heather Travis says

    December 7, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    my jaw literally hit the floor when I scrolled to your centerpiece – so stunning! I love how simple, but totally elegant it is.

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 7, 2016 at 10:55 pm

      Aww, thanks so much Heather!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  4. Shawnna Griffin says

    December 7, 2016 at 9:40 pm

    hey girl love the centerpiece!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 7, 2016 at 10:55 pm

      Thank you Shawnna!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  5. Tara says

    December 7, 2016 at 10:18 pm

    Jamie, I love this space. You have such a knack for styling, and your Christmas decor is a testament to that. That tree! I love it!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 7, 2016 at 10:56 pm

      You’re too kind, Tara! Thanks so much.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  6. Thalita says

    December 8, 2016 at 3:14 am

    I’m completely obsessed with your dining room table and chairs. And that chandelier! Seriously, so gorgeous!!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 12:36 pm

      Aww, thanks Thalita! Love your tour too! Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  7. Ariel says

    December 8, 2016 at 6:00 am

    That idea of metal trays for the centrepiece is genius! I always wondered who would dump a bag of salt on their table. The clean-up would be insane!
    Not only is the stunning, but it’s smart design. Well done!
    p.s can we talk about that tree?!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 1:06 pm

      Right??!? haha Thanks Ariel! I saw you at Haven but never got a chance to say hi to you. Let me know if you’re going this year.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  8. Jen @ Fresh Crush says

    December 8, 2016 at 9:32 am

    This is a perfectly snowy scene! I love the winter wonderland feel! Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 1:06 pm

      Thanks Jen! Happy holidays.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  9. Christina @ The DIY Mommy says

    December 8, 2016 at 9:53 am

    Oh wow, Jamie! This whole room is simply stunning. You do French country so perfectly. And what a great idea to do the DIY snowy runner! Thanks so much for sharing all of the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 1:07 pm

      Aww thanks Christina! Thanks for inviting me. Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  10. Shannon Fox says

    December 8, 2016 at 11:48 am

    I wanted to pin every single picture.
    Perfection!!
    Merry Christmas 🙂
    ~Shannon

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    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 1:05 pm

      Thank you Shannon! Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  11. becki peckham says

    December 8, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    Gorgeous! That centerpiece looks like a beautiful snowy forest I want to live in. Lovely!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Me too! Thanks Becki! Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  12. Shauna says

    December 9, 2016 at 7:44 am

    Okay, so my jaw may have dropped just a little when I saw your dining room. So, so very pretty! Can you come decorate my house? Wishing you a very merry Christmas!!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 11:32 am

      Awww, thanks Shauna!! Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  13. Krista says

    December 9, 2016 at 9:25 am

    Oh my goodness this snowy centrepiece is out of this world. Amazing! Jamie – I love it – gorgeous and brilliant!!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 11:32 am

      Thanks so much, Krista! Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  14. Melisha says

    December 9, 2016 at 11:49 am

    This is gorgeous! Thanks for posting the tutorial. I’m gonna make some snow!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 11:32 am

      YAA! So glad I’ve inspired you. Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  15. Thea says

    December 9, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    So love your style and taste for Christmas decor! The tablescape is so delightful! Just curious why several of the links have a strike/through line through them?

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 11, 2016 at 11:28 am

      Thank you so much, Thea!! If the link isn’t working in WordPress, it puts a strike through the URL so you know it needs fixing. Although lately sometimes even when the link is fine, there’s a strike through. So annoying lol. Happy holidays!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  16. Dannyelle @ Life is a Party says

    December 11, 2016 at 5:55 pm

    Your table is beautiful. Love the snowy Christmas look, and your tutorial is awesome. Let it snow, looks so great.

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 21, 2016 at 11:00 pm

      Thank you so much, Danielle! Hope you have a wonderful holiday this year.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  17. Kim @KImPowerStyle says

    December 11, 2016 at 10:30 pm

    Love your dining room and the tablescape is gorgeous… Happy Christmas!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 21, 2016 at 10:58 pm

      Thank you so much, Kim! Happy holidays to you and your family.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  18. Joann @ Woman In Real Life says

    December 12, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    Your dining room looks absolutely gorgeous! And I really want to make that snowy centrepiece. It’s a fabulous idea!

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 21, 2016 at 10:57 pm

      Thanks so much, Joann. Merry Christmas!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  19. Laura says

    December 13, 2016 at 5:01 pm

    This is a gorgeous tablescape and such a creative centerpiece idea! Loved every single detail! xoxo

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 21, 2016 at 10:58 pm

      Thank you so much, Laura. Merry Christmas.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  20. Adriano says

    December 16, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    Your blog is beautiful, merry christmas.

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 21, 2016 at 10:57 pm

      Thank you so much! Merry Christmas

      Reply
  21. Rosangela Antonieta says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:47 pm

    I loved your blog

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      August 23, 2017 at 9:05 pm

      Thank you, Rosangela.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  22. Rafael says

    August 25, 2017 at 7:34 pm

    This blog is too beautiful, congratulations

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:16 pm

      Thank you, Rafael!

      Reply
  23. Jenny says

    November 28, 2017 at 10:11 am

    So pretty! I love all the white. 🙂 Stopping by from the Scoop link up.

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 4, 2017 at 6:17 pm

      Thanks Jenny!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  24. Leanna says

    December 6, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    This is so pretty and easy to do. This would look amazing in my home as its all decorated in white. Thank you for the inspiration.

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      December 9, 2017 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks so much, Leanna!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
  25. Keli says

    September 20, 2018 at 6:46 pm

    Very beautiful snowy decor. You have a lot of talent for it. That tree was wonderful! I loved!

    Reply
  26. Kerryanne says

    December 25, 2019 at 8:35 pm

    Oh, I love that snowy centrepiece Jamie and so lovely that you had snow outside too.
    Thank you for sharing your DIY snowy centrepiece and beautiful dining room at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring them at tomorrow night’s party and pinning too.
    Happy New Year!
    Kerryanne

    Reply
    • Jamie says

      January 2, 2020 at 1:38 pm

      Thank you so much, Kerryanne! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas with your family this year. Happy New Year!
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply

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