Features and types
The L'Arcolaio Christmas Table collection brings together products of many different types, designed to work together on a single festive table.
Crystal glasses and stemware
The largest part of the selection — over 110 references — concerns glasses and stemware. RCR Cristalleria Italiana, since 1967, is the leading brand: the stemware from the Invino 44 Cl line in crystal are suitable for serving full-bodied red wines, while the set of 6 stemware Universum U55 covers wine for any meal. They are made in transparent crystal and dishwasher safe according to RCR instructions. Alongside the stemware you will also find Christmas cups: the The Nutcracker Cup 200 Ml and the Nutcracker Mas Teacup 80 Ml with Saucer by EasyLife feature a red and white nutcracker soldier motif, designed for mulled wine or after-dinner coffee.
Christmas table items
There are over 130 Christmas table items: tablecloths, placemats, trays, centrepieces and coordinated accessories. Bizzotto, since 1946, offers fabric placemats in the 48 × 33 cm format — the Lapland and the Mabel with Christmas Tree, both in white — suitable for use as a plate base or as a side runner. Preziosa Home (Savim Group since 1982) has in its catalogue the tablecloth Tree Sommaruga Christmas in 140 × 230 cm dimensions, multicolour, in non-iron fabric: convenient for large tables for Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day lunch.
Melamine and paper trays and plates
Ad Trend offers melamine trays in red with assorted Christmas decorations, in rectangular (27 × 11 cm and 36 × 23 cm) and oval (40 × 30 cm) formats. Melamine is impact resistant and easy to clean — suitable for serving desserts, appetisers or edible gifts on the table. In the disposable line, Ad Trend has 18 cm and 23 cm paper plates and 21 cl glasses, all with red and white motifs: handy for informal dinners or Christmas buffets.
Table accessories and decorative objects
Saturnia (since 1966) is present with 37 references of ceramic and porcelain plates and accessories. Fade (since 1965, San Marino) contributes with 13 references. Among the most characteristic accessories is the Alessi Moka Espresso Coffee Maker (since 1921) with red handle and knob: a piece that works both on the kitchen counter and as a decorative object on the table for holiday breakfast.
How to choose
For the number of guests
For a table of up to 6 people, a set of 6 stemware, a large tray and a fabric tablecloth are enough. For tables of 10-12 people, it is advisable to add a second non-iron tablecloth (or a runner in parallel) and supplement with Ad Trend disposable plates and glasses for the buffet.
For the style of the Christmas centrepiece with candles
If you are looking for a Christmas centrepiece with candles, start with the base: an oval melamine tray (40 × 30 cm) on which to place candles and twigs is a stable and scratch-resistant solution for your table wood. Pair it with candle holders and Christmas table accessories to complete the vertical composition.
For the colour palette
The classic palette is red-green-gold: Ad Trend and part of EasyLife cover it well. For a more neutral style, the placemats Lapland e Mabel by Bizzotto in white work on natural linen or light grey tablecloths. For stemware, RCR transparent crystal adapts to any palette without forcing the colour.
To match decorations and table
The Christmas table integrates well with the decorations and Christmas ornaments EDG Enzo De Gasperi: garlands, stars and decorative figures can serve as a backdrop or centrepiece, whilst the products in this section cover the functional part (plates, glasses, tablecloths). The styles overlap without conflict when you choose a unified palette.
FAQ
What to put in the centre of the Christmas table?
The classic Christmas centrepiece combines a decorative base (tray, mirror or small plate) with candles, holly branches or artificial Christmas stars and decorative baubles. Alternatively, an oval melamine tray with candles and small Christmas items is practical and stable. You will find mirrors and centrepieces that can be matched to this selection.
Which glasses to use for the Christmas table?
For a formal lunch, RCR Cristalleria Italiana stemware (since 1967) is the most suitable choice: durable, transparent, dishwasher safe. For a more informal dinner or buffet, Ad Trend 21 cl paper glasses are practical and coordinated with the rest of the disposable mise en place. Take a look also at glasses and table accessories for the full range available.
Tablecloth or runner for Christmas?
A full tablecloth (like the Preziosa Home Tree Sommaruga 140 × 230 cm) covers tables for 8-10 place settings well and gives a formal effect. A runner or single placemat (Bizzotto Lapland 48 × 33 cm) is used as a decorative layer over a base solid colour tablecloth. The two solutions can be combined to add texture and pattern without sacrificing wood protection.
Can I use Christmas cups beyond the holidays?
EasyLife cups (Nutcracker series) have a distinctive design but not strictly limited to Christmas — the nutcracker motif works from November to January. They are suitable for coffee, tea or hot chocolate and come with a matching saucer. For year-round table cups you will find the full range in plates, glasses and table accessories.
Where to find coordinated trays and Christmas accessories?
The collection includes Ad Trend melamine and coordinated disposable trays. For those who want to expand the selection, L'Arcolaio — at its 5,000 sqm retail location in Pignataro Interamna, also open on Sundays — has many more products on display than in the online catalogue. You will also find ad trend as a dedicated page with the brand's complete catalogue. For soft toys and soft decorations to match your holiday table, also check the Christmas plush toys.
L'Arcolaio was founded in 2000 in Pignataro Interamna (FR) as a wholesaler for ceremonies. Today the shop has 5,000 sqm of showroom space, ships throughout Italy and to 21 European countries, and is open Monday-Saturday 8:30-19:00 and Sunday 10:00-19:00.
