How to Make Holly Luminaries

It’s party time! We’re smack dab in the middle of the holiday season and the parties are in full swing. During a bout of mild weather I hosted an impromptu gathering by the outdoor fireplace. The fire kept us warm and everyone agreed that it was nice to get some fresh air. There was hot chocolate, finger foods and s’mores – you can’t have a party around a fire without s’mores!

Set up was simple with Christmas lights to set the mood and a fire to serve as the focal point. For the buffet I dressed up a teak table with a red table cover from Tablevogue and a centerpiece made with a few logs from the firewood pile, Mason jars, holly leaves and votive candles. Here is how I put it together.

Materials:


3 firewood logs
6 Mason jars in different sizes
Holly branches with berries
6 votive candles
Water
Evergreen boughs

Directions:

Cut the logs into pedestals of various heights.

Place the holly leaves and berries in the jars. Fill with water and drop in a votive candle.

Arrange the log pedestals and Mason jars on a table. Add a few evergreen boughs as a finishing touch. Voila! Christmas!

Outdoor Winter Entertaining Tips

  • No fireplace? A fire pit or chiminea will work just as well.
  • Have a few blankets on hand to keep folks extra warm.
  • Tablevogue table covers are handy for gatherings because they are easy to use, fit well and the pleats make these table covers look sophisticated. They are also machine washable, which is a bonus when food and drinks are involved.
  • Serve foods such as fondue or sliders that are easy to handle with cold fingers or gloves on.

So when the temperatures drop, never fear. There are lots of ideas you can use to enjoy some of that colder weather and create a memorable time with your friends.