Holiday Tablecloths are Overrated! Try a Placemat Instead
Holiday Tablecloths are Overrated! Try a Placemat Instead
Between wrapping gifts and preparing Christmas dinner, you may not be thinking about Christmas decorations. But the answer to your time-strapped prayers is as simple as getting a set of Christmas placemats. These rectangular and round Christmas placemats serve as the perfect base for special holiday chargers and silverware, and will complement any Christmas centerpieces you set out. There are even options to complement your favorite vintage Christmas china pattern if that's the way you prefer to set your table!
Bear Claw Quilted Placemat
COUNTRY LIVING
homedepot.com
$47.14
These sweet tablecloths were inspired by the classic quilt pattern, but are WASHABLE for your table. Pair them with pink, red, or green to add instant holiday charm. Or, keep it neutral with beige, whites and creams and add a little sparkle for a wintry mix atop your table.
Vintage Truck Burlap Placemats
ThisJoyfulHomeetc
etsy.com
$18.99
If you're into vintage Christmas decorations, these burlap placemats are the perfect addition to your Christmas dinner table.
Merry & Bright Placemats
DII
amazon.com
$25.76
Cue the Brat Pack Christmas album! This swingin' woven set is trimmed in green pom-pom and is begging for a martini.
Snowy Forest Linen Placemats
LinenIsLove
etsy.com
$17.85
These beautiful watercolor placemats depict a snowy scene with tiny footprints in the snow if you look closely.
Embroidered Snowflake Christmas Placemats
Rokasdarbi
etsy.com
$50.92
Add a minimal yet classic touch to your dinner table with these placemats that have a simple snowflake design embroidered on them.
Hanging Bells Christmas Placemats
Plush Home
amazon.com
$13.45
If you love decorating your Christmas tree with bells, make your holiday tablescape match with these red and green beauties.
Vinyl Metallic Placemats (set of 10)
OCCASIONS FINEST PLASTIC TABLEWARE
amazon.com
$23.90
These affordable vinyl placemats will add a touch of shimmery glam to your table.
Merry Christmas Holly Placemat
DonahuePaperEmporium
etsy.com
$16.95
Vintage-style illustrations and a sweet, simple "Merry Christmas" bring elegance to any table from formal to casual.
Rag Quilt Homespun Placemats
Michele's Primitives
etsy.com
$16.50
These adorable options feature a Christmas tree, candy cane and gingerbread. What could be sweeter on your table?
Rustic Red Jute Christmas Placemats
DII
amazon.com
$25.93
At just $6, these colorful jute placemats are an affordable option.
Spode Christmas Tree Cork Placemat
Spode
wayfair.com
$8.99
One of our favorite 25 Christmas China patterns to collect, these cork-backed Spode Christmas tree placemats work on a fine table without a tablecloth!
Red Christmas Poinsettia Placemats
Creative Linens
amazon.com
$19.99
With its rich colors, delicate embroidery, and woven design, these Christmas place mats almost look like a work of art.
Cotton Holiday Plaid Placemats
DII
amazon.com
$26.98
Tartan always feels right for the holidays—especially when it's green and red pattern, like this set of Christmas place mats.
Ugly Sweater Merry Christmas Placemats
Mabelle
amazon.com
$17.99
These colorful and cute Christmas place mats will remind your family to embrace the holiday spirit at every meal during the month of December.
Gold Round Woven Christmas Placemats
Design Imports
amazon.com
$29.61
If red and green feels too bold (or tired) for your tablescape, go for these round gold place mats, which you can use for Thanksgiving and New Year's celebrations too.
Quilted Round Placemats
Roses and Mistletoe
amazon.com
$49.99
These quilted Christmas place mats are reversible and feature a green plaid print on the back.
Holly Embroidered Christmas Doilies Placemats
Xia Home Fashions
amazon.com
$26.44
With their beautiful green shade, cut-out design, and festive embroidery, these holiday place mats are sure to garner a few compliments over Christmas dinner.
Printable Merry Christmas Placemats
etsy.com
$9.99
Make any holiday meal (breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner) feel a bit more merry with these place mats you can print at home.
Holly Berry Embroidered Christmas Doilies Placemats
Xia Home Fashions
amazon.com
45.99
These embroidered and scalloped beauties play up the nostalgia factor and will remind you of Christmas dinners at grandma's house.
Christmas Garland Paper Placemats
Faux Designs
amazon.com
$38.95
Once your Christmas dinner has wrapped up, feel free to toss these paper placemats out. If you're hosting a large crowd or casual Christmas dinner, these are the way to go!
We've rounded up all the best options for your holiday dinner including festive red and green pieces, easy-to-clean vinyl placemats, and more.