11 Tips for a Guest-Impressing Hanukkah Table Setting

To create this stunning setting, we used a mix of patterned plates with a variety of patterns but all sporting similar shades of blue. Don’t be afraid to mix things up; you may even find all the items you need in your very own kitchen cupboards.

Guests will be delighted when seated before Hanukkah reminders such as gelt chocolate coins, edible sugar cookie dreidel favors and scroll-style napkins that are reminiscent of the Torah. To create this look, just fold a napkin in half, then roll both edges toward the middle. Metallic leaf ribbon is a beautiful stand-in for a napkin ring.

What’s better than a party favor? An edible party favor! Get the recipe, plus our pro decorating tips below, to whip up a batch of your own delicious dreidel cookie favors.

Formal touches, like gold flatware and fancy cocktail glasses, will look right at home mixed in with more casual elements, like mismatched dishes. Silver sequins scattered about the table add even more bling and convey a fun, celebratory atmosphere.

Ordinary glass vases receive the Midas touch with gold, foil-wrapped chocolate coins. Our instructions, below, show you how to nest containers to create a gorgeous floral arrangement that's surrounded by this tasty, traditional Hanukkah treat.

DIY confetti-filled party poppers, instructions below, and Hanukkah crackers will bring a flurry of fun to your celebration. Transform Christmas-themed crackers by covering them with a length of Hanukkah gift wrap, then gather and tie each end with a bow.

Make it easy for everyone to get in on the fun by placing party poppers and crackers within easy reach in the center of the table. They’re pretty enough to take center stage as table decor, and work double-duty as a party starter or a fun finish to your celebration.

Fancy stemware sets are expensive, so seek out vintage goblets and cocktail glasses at charity shops and thrift stores. Our blue goblets were a secondhand steal and are perfect for this table. Glassware that follows a color theme can bring additional richness and dimension to a tablescape.

While white candles are the mainstay, hand-dipped ombré menorah candles add a gorgeous touch of color to the traditional menorah. Find them at Judaica specialty shops and online.