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18 December, 2014

My Christmas Hot Cocoa Station...That Doubles as a Centerpiece!

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Christmas Hot Cocoa StationI 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!



CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece So I started pulling out a few of my favorites…both old and new…

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece …such as my vintage Red Cliff ironstone teapot (note that it sports my favorite grapey motif)…

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece …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.

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece Then I filled my little lead crystal urn with extras in case more guests arrive…

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece …and my little cut glass dessert compote with even more marshmallows…because you know you can never have too many!

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece 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!

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece 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?

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Tartan and Magnolia Christmas Mantel 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!

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Pewter and Plaid Christmas Tablescape 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! :-)

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Hot Cocoa Station Christmas Centerpiece And speaking of special guests, I hope you’ll stay for a cup of hot cocoa…

Isabella …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!

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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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15 comments:

  1. Love your hot cocoa station and the Joyeux Noel cups. Merry Christmas to you and your staff.

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  2. Your cocoa bar has such a great decorative touch. I'm crazy about the cups! Merry Christmas.

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  3. Gorgeous, Deb. "Hi" Miss Isabella. Deb

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  4. I love your mugs. Such a beautiful tray display and definitely looks inviting and yummy. Merry Christmas

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  5. Very inviting Debbie, and a perfect centerpiece too, love the dual purpose of it!

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  6. Great idea! I'm loving those cups,too.
    Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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  7. I am so glad you purchased those mugs, they could not be any more perfect for you!! It all looks yummy and inviting!

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  8. You have created yet another charming vignette that I very much admire. You have such great ideas! I love those mugs, too! Best wishes for a truly Merry Christmas! Thanks for sharing!

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  9. Lovely vignette.thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas.

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  10. Thank you for sharing a beautiful and "sweet" idea. Peace and Blessings

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  11. Debbie,
    I agree. . .those mugs have Confessions Of A Plate Addict written all over them!!!
    C'est magnifique!!!
    Love, LOVE, L O V E the green and red ornaments in your egg stand!!!
    Clever idea!!!
    Isabella is looking as beautiful as ever!!!
    Oh, I'm on my way for a virtual cup of hot cocoa!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  12. Love it when I can make do and make nice with what I have on hand! You've done that beautifully.

    Please drop by!
    Happy Christmas!
    Happy Christmas,
    Laura of Harvest Lane Cottage



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  13. Ms. Isabella is sooo sweet, just like you cocoa station! Lol
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas

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  14. Your kitty is darling and I love your hot cocoa station!

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Thanks so much for stopping by and taking the time to comment! I appreciate my wonderful readers!... Debbie