Tablescaping, the art of dressing a table, is something everyone can achieve stylishly, no matter the size of the dining table, the type of flatware you own, or your overall style.

One of the best things about tablescaping is that there aren’t really any set rules – it’s essentially a creative outlet with instant gratification. Tablescaping comes into its own in the festive season when we are all looking for clever ways to showcase our Christmas table ideas.

‘Channel Maya Angelou who said “People will forget what you did, and forget what you said, but will never forget how you made them feel!”, and focus on how you want your guests to feel and remember your dinner party,’ advises Gina Hardy, McQueens Flowers Head of Events.

With the holiday season approaching, there’s no better time to get involved with this trend. We’ve selected a few of our favorite tablescaping ideas to get you thinking about how you might dress your Christmas table later this month.