Wrap glass holders in copper or silver metal tape to make the party table shine.

A brightly hued citrus centerpiece, piled high with velvet leaves and silver balls, brings sophisticated cheer to an evening of Champagne toasts.

For a contemporary centerpiece that turns into party favors at the stroke of midnight, arrange a group of colorful noisemakers on top of a cake stand (use glasses to hold any items that don't stand up by themselves). Fill in the surrounding spaces with tinsel. When it's time for the countdown, every one of your guests will have the means to make plenty of celebratory noise.

These candles light up the room even without a flame, thanks to a dusting of superfine metallic glitter. To make, place a few candles in a large box and coat with spray adhesive (sold at crafts stores). Spoon glitter over the candles to coat; let dry overnight.

Celebrate the beauty of the season by bringing nature indoors with these pinecone napkin holders.

Ball-shaped ornaments (we mixed vintage balls with clear ones) displayed in glass flutes mimic the rising bubbles in Champagne. Gather flutes in varying styles and cluster them on a cake stand to craft a truly effervescent centerpiece.

All it takes is a rubber stamp and an ink pad to customize stationery-store staples for a New Year's celebration. Crafts stores sell number stamps in many styles and sizes, as well as ink pads with special ink that can be used on almost any surface. Decorate balloons, paper napkins, hats, and other items. Let dry overnight.

Contain glimmering arrangements in golden vessels bearing silver number stickers (perhaps the year or, if you're having a large party, the table number), and surround them with smaller gold-leaf votives for a festive New Year's Eve centerpiece.

Use leftover holiday wrapping paper as a sophisticated table decoration like we did with this table runner.

Twist metallic or colorful pipe cleaners into letters or numbers to make unforgettable napkin rings for your New Year's Eve place settings or buffet table.

A combination of vintage and contemporary vessels holds white spider mums, seeded eucalyptus (available at florists), and blue Atlas cedar branches lightly frosted with silver floral spray paint. To display, group the containers together or line them down the middle of a table.

The abundant loops of this pom-pom-like bow make it a fanciful adornment around cloth napkins.

Bold accents, such as a carnation centerpiece or red napkins, pop against white table linens and plates and create an unexpected yet beautiful tablescape for New Year's Eve.

Create a serene winter tableau with this simple arrangement of birch bark wrapped around glass cylinders filled with plants found easily at this time of year.

Spell out "Happy New Year" with this bright idea. 

These easy-to-make ties -- satin cord trimmed with starlike dried sweetgum fruits -- are an elegant addition to any holiday table.