You can also fill a large ceramic bowl with fresh fruit or high-quality artificial fruit and use it as a centerpiece. Set a decorative, ceramic cake stand in the center of the table. Place goodies on it, such as cookies, chocolates or other small treats. Set a rectangular ceramic tray in the center of the table. Put a large candle in the center of the tray with smaller candles scattered around it. Decorate the table with seasonal ceramic figurines.