Dining table décor ideas for your home
Sharing a meal is one of the best ways to enjoy precious time with loved ones. A carefully thought out table says “welcome” to family and guests whether you are hosting a formal family lunch or a more laid back buffet.
It is not just the menu you create for your celebrations that is important, but how it is presented. Spruce up your dinner (or brunch) table by creating a table that is as chic as it is festive.
A stylish-looking spring time banquet can be created through a variety of decorative items and any colour scheme that you desire.
Make entertaining easier with ideas that will cover more casual daytime lunches to celebrations that linger on until later into the evening.
Laying the foundations
A table cloth or runner will set the basis for your table setting. Whether you choose a springtime colour palette with light pastels and muted greens or opt for a neutral tablecloth that can be used all year round, these are timeless classics.
Soft and subtle tones allow you to incorporate an accent colour that can be used throughout the tablescape. Select linens and table décor that are in the same colour range. These combined with a floral arrangement using similar shades and different types of flowers will add texture.
Begin with a clean slate and keep it minimal by using white plates and bowls. Simple place settings give you more leeway with your table ideas. You can choose a runner or centrepiece without worrying about clashes. Silverware and gold accents will add a luxurious touch to clean white place settings.
Centrepieces
There is so much scope available to you to create a stunning centrepiece. Building on your colour palette, you can take a walk on the wild side and introduce florals that will really bring your centrepiece to life.
Light, airy flowers such as tulips, daisies and light-coloured roses are good options for spring. Stems, twigs, fruits and garlands will further enhance the natural elements that are so closely associated with the new season.
You can add depth by decorating with a variety of different sized vases. Ceramic white vases will let the spring florals take centre stage.
For exquisite vases that deserve attention, choose a vase that is coloured, patterned or with an antiqued gold or bronze finish.
If you need to add height, you can place smooth glass stones at the bottom of the vase to raise up your spring flowers.
By grouping vases of differing sizes and proportions, as well as staggering vases, cake stands, candle holders and other pieces of décor, you can add depth to your arrangement and it will look beautiful to boot.
Add colourful glassware
Textured pieces such as glassware with an etched or crystal finish is an easy way to change your colour scheme to match seasonal decorative ideas. Coordinating colourful glassware with other table top touches will create a unified colour palette.
A good option is to match the colour of your drinking glass or centrepiece vase with the tablecloth, placemat or charger.
Elegant tableware
To get the best from your tableware, ensure that everything is clean and polished. Steam or iron placemats, table runners and tablecloths, polish silverware and glassware and check service ware and plates for chips and cracks. Make sure that you have enough of everything for each of your guests.
Fun patterned dishes in bright colours or with spring time, or animal, inspired motifs are perfect for uplifting your table. Long lasting dinnerware materials like porcelain are crafted to be durable.
A white porcelain set is a timeless and versatile option that can be used for everyday dining or on special occasions. It makes it easy to mix and match pieces from different sets while still looking cohesive.
Antique inspired floral motifs bring an inviting sense of nostalgia to any dining space and can be utilised for casual lunches or dressed up for more formal dinner parties.
Should space be of the essence for your tableware, serving food buffet-style on a sideboard or a kitchen top is an excellent way to accommodate all your requirements.Or you can keep everything tidy by using a decorative tray that is easy to remove when the meal is ready.
The great outdoors
With the onset of warmer days or evenings it is an opportune time to host get-togethers outside. Create inviting table settings with vibrant melamine tableware that will brighten up any external dining space. Using outdoor serving platters will streamline serving and make after dinner cleaning easier.
By layering a rustic table runner over a striped runner, you will increase dimension. A bowl of fresh fruit will add an extra touch of colour. Whimsical conversation pieces like pot hangers, napkin rings, candles and vintage teakettles will add interest to the table.
Chargers come in a variety of sizes and materials- green, white or yellow are great for matching spring blooming flowers. Citrus tones match indoors to the outside.
Home bar
To serve relaxing drinks that accompany and enhance your dining experience, the introduction of a bar table and drinks cart will accommodate your glasses, bottles, shakers and mixers along with any other requirements.
These will keep everything in one place and will make them easily accessible.
Table Finesse
Tablescaping is becoming an art form- dinnerware, glassware and centrepieces have all become opportunities to show off your personal style.
You can grow your collection over time by adding pieces from different collections, producing an eclectic yet stylish table top.
Do you want to create a dining set style which shows off your personality? At Cousins we offer a personal mix and match service across all dining tables, benches and chairs so that you can create the perfect set for you. No matter style you wish to go for, our flagship stores have an abundance of options for you to choose from.
