Here are some guidelines provided by professional floral designers to add flair to your holiday table:

• Suit centerpiece to the size of table.

• Use an artificial base that can be switched over to Christmas accents after Thanksgiving.

• Keep fresh pieces watered, checking water tubes every day.

• Stay away from anything with a strong scent, including scented candles, that could interfere with the food's flavor.

• Add height with any candlestick.

• Match centerpiece accents to china and stemware.

• Fold a napkin, either a cloth or a paper one, to add flair.