December 15, 2008

Dining Room Decked Out For Christmas

Let's take a look at what I did in the dining room this year. I usually decorate this room "over the top" (according to my husband) but this year I just could not get a "handle" on what I wanted to do so I just dressed up the sideboard with my Christopher Radko dishes and some candlesticks....everything looks so pretty by candlelight.











I saw these Christopher Radko dishes last year at Target and thought they were so pretty....I got service for 8



A few years ago I picked up this pretty platter at Steinmart and I've used it every year since




The only thing I added on the dining room table was the wreath circling my collection of crystal candlesticks and big chunky fat candles









I hope you enjoyed seeing the dining room all dressed up for Christmas. This year we will be going to my sister's lake house so we won't be entertaining at home. Still, I love to use my Christmas dishes and set up the sideboard for a Christmas buffet.


Later this week you'll see my den and maybe if ya'll are good I'll show you a room that most people don't think about decorating for Christmas....come back and you'll see what I mean!
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28 comments:

  1. StaceyDecember 15, 2008 at 5:39 AM

    Judy it's absolutely beautiful. I really like the platter. Also, the candles in the middle of the table are so pretty. You will be able to leave those out for awhile.

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  2. Lady of the MoteDecember 15, 2008 at 6:02 AM

    so very lovely!

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  3. Nancy RosalinaDecember 15, 2008 at 6:06 AM

    Hi Judy, This is gorgeous! I love the candles on the table...so simple, but soooo elegant!!!! Nancy

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  4. PATDecember 15, 2008 at 6:16 AM

    Your dining room is gorgeous, Judy!

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  5. Rhoda @ Southern HospitalityDecember 15, 2008 at 6:30 AM

    Judy, it's beautiful! Love your Target dishes & that platter is gorgeous. I need a few Christmas dishes myself. Thanks for joining the party. We have to get together after Christmas. Maybe I can get down there one of these days too.

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  6. TardevilDecember 15, 2008 at 6:43 AM

    That Santa on your sideboard is fabulous! LOVE HIM! Love the garland on the chandy too! Merry Christmas!

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  7. KellyDecember 15, 2008 at 6:45 AM

    Oh your dining room is gorgeous!! I love your gold colored walls, drapes and the dark furniture. Your Christmas decor is so tasteful and elegant. Love it!

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  8. Lady KatherineDecember 15, 2008 at 8:31 AM

    Just so pretty. Love your dishes! I love how you placed the plates on the sideboard on stands.

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  9. SueDecember 15, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    Judy,
    Everything looks so pretty. I love me some Christopher Radko too. We have collected his ornaments for years. When we used to go to market for our store in Atlanta the Radko showroom always gave us inspiration for the store decor every year. We carried his original Christmas dishes at the store but the price was very high so we had to really mark them down to move them, thankfully my friend Cheryl that worked for me got them so I still get a chance to visit them.
    A few years ago we bought the Target Christmas tree dishes of his that I really like too.
    This home tour is really fun. Thanks for sharing your lovely home.
    Hugs,
    Sue

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  10. Four Paws and CoDecember 15, 2008 at 10:43 AM

    Judy, This is all so beautiful and elegant! ♥ Diane

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  11. CheriDecember 15, 2008 at 11:14 AM

    Judy,

    It looks very elegant and not over the top at all. I LOVE the candles on the table.

    Where did you find garland with snow? I have been looking.

    Cheri

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  12. Home as HobbyDecember 15, 2008 at 12:12 PM

    Very pretty! I love how elegant, but simple it is. I love the little crystal drop hanging from your chandelier! I have debated whether to do that to mine, and now that I have seen yours, I will have to steal your idea...THANKS!!!

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  13. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeDecember 15, 2008 at 12:43 PM

    You always do such a beautiful job. Just gorgeous. Marty

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  14. SalmagundiDecember 15, 2008 at 12:51 PM

    I think I need a mirror for under my crystal candle holders - I bet they really sparkle. Thanks for the idea. Sally

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  15. BoDecember 15, 2008 at 1:00 PM

    Everything looks so lovely...will enjoy seeing more! ;-) Bo

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  16. AnonymousDecember 15, 2008 at 3:51 PM

    love your color scheme. very elegant, yet comfortable...
    ~nicole

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  17. Inspired KaraDecember 15, 2008 at 5:06 PM

    I just love the center candlesticks!!!!

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  18. Rattlebridge FarmDecember 15, 2008 at 5:40 PM

    Oh, I loved this. And I didn't know that Christopher Radko had dishes--be still my dish lovin heart! I love how you arranged the sideboard!

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  19. JillDecember 15, 2008 at 6:42 PM

    It's all so lovely. I ~heart~ your Christmas dishes!

    Merry Christmas!

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  20. SherriDecember 15, 2008 at 6:45 PM

    Judy, your dining room decorations are really beautiful!

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  21. Melissa LesterDecember 15, 2008 at 7:39 PM

    I love the warmth exuded in your dining room! It looks like such a cozy spot to settle in for a delicious holiday buffet. Thanks for sharing!

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  22. irmaJDecember 15, 2008 at 11:18 PM

    Very beautiful! It doesn't matter if anyone else sees how we decorate our houses, it just makes us feel good. When it comes down it all looks so blah! I love your blog banner!!

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  23. SusanneDecember 16, 2008 at 8:55 AM

    That platter is very unique and lovely. The dining room is just gorgeous.

    Merry Christmas!

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  24. AnonymousDecember 16, 2008 at 10:05 AM

    You decorate beautifully and I love that platter. Merry Christmas!!!

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  25. Hopechest BrideDecember 16, 2008 at 12:00 PM

    Beautiful. I love it.
    Lisa

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  26. SuzannDecember 17, 2008 at 5:54 AM

    Your dining room looks spectacular! Your attention to detail is perfect.

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