I have to admit that I have been admiring the hot cocoa stations that I have seen on other blogs…a special spot to keep all that you need to create a wonderful cup of hot cocoa…but I have such a small home that I couldn’t find a way to fit it into my kitchen. And then it dawned on me…why not use it as a Christmas centerpiece in the breakfast room? And my little idea began to take shape!
So I started pulling out a few of my favorites…both old and new…
…such as my vintage Red Cliff ironstone teapot (note that it sports my favorite grapey motif)…
…and some wonderful frenchy Joyeux Noël mugs that were calling my name at Home Goods this year. I gave each mug a candy cane and a chocolate spoon (from World Market) to add some extra spice to the hot cocoa.
Then I filled my little lead crystal urn with extras in case more guests arrive…
…and my little cut glass dessert compote with even more marshmallows…because you know you can never have too many!
Then just to add a little more frenchiness, I put some festive red and green ornaments in my French wire egg stand, making sure to top it off with a shiny star!
And there you have it! I love that it has everything that I need to serve my guests and it doesn’t take up any extra space in my kitchen since I always have a Christmas-y centerpiece anyway...perfect! And…did you notice that I also managed to continue the Christmas tartan theme that has been echoing throughout my décor this year?
Just in case you missed it, here’s a peek at my tartan and magnolia Christmas mantel…starring my Pottery Barn inspired faux magnolia wreath!
And here’s my pewter and plaid Christmas tablescape…with a fun Christmas tree napkin fold! I can’t wait for my special guests to see those napkins! :-)
And speaking of special guests, I hope you’ll stay for a cup of hot cocoa…
…and Miss Isabella says to be sure to come back because we will be sharing some super-easy and inexpensive last-minute ways to decorate for Christmas…so stay tuned!Remember to pin it!
Thanks for stopping by! Please visit these wonderful bloggers and their beautiful blogs to see what they are up to and to find a list of this week’s participants.
Under the Table and Dreaming for the Sunday Showcase Party , Thrifty Decor Chick for Before and After Monday , Between Naps on the Porch for Metamorphosis Monday , The Stories of A2Z for Tutorials and Tips Tuesday , Coastal Charm for the Show and Share Party , A Stroll thru Life for Inspire Me Tuesday , My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia for Inspire Me Monday, Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us Wednesdays , French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday , Common Ground for Be Inspired on Fridays , The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home Friday , Craftberry Bush for the Inspiration Gallery on Friday, Tatertots & Jello for the Link Party Palooza on Friday
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