As easy-chic guide to setting the table
Instantly turn your next dinner with family and friends into a stylish soiree with these simple table decorating tips.
Table cloth and napkins
Create an instant sense of occasion by using a material table cloth and napkins for your next family get together or dinner party with friends. It’s a lovely way to add colour and texture to the table.
Place setting centre pieces
Rather than opting for one large centre piece for the table (which often obstructs your view of others at the table anyway), go for something to decorate each place setting. A little candle in a votive looks lovely – and you can even send these home with guests as a gift.
Flower power
No table setting is complete without flowers. Collect a lot of little vases and dot flowers throughout you setting across the entire table. A couple of statement vases in the centre of the table are equally as effective. We also love the look created by getting a single flower and trimming the stem – or using a twig of lavender or something alike – and tying it onto the napkin with string at each place setting. It makes for a rustic yet considered look.
Layer upon layer
Create depth and add interest to your table by working layers. Layer plates, a table runner on top of the table cloth and even your entrée plate on top of your main plate. It creates a full table, looks stylish and as it works with height, it will bring your table to life rather than it looking flat.