Entertaining Style–Summer Solstice Tablescape

July 11, 2017

I love creating pretty tablescapes so I’m excited to share my summer inspiration with you as part of the Summertime Tablescape Blog Hop.

The talented Chloe of Celebrate & Decorate pulled together a great group of bloggers for this fun blog hop. Starting today through the end of the week, the group will be sharing table settings to get inspired for summer entertaining. I’ve included a list of all the bloggers at the end of this post so make sure to check out the beautiful tables everyone has created. Now let me show you my summer table…

SUMMER SOLSTICE TABLESCAPE

I was brainstorming a concepts for my summer table and the idea of a summer solstice theme came to mind. Fire and Sun are two elements that represent summer solstice and they are what inspired the colors for my tablescape.

Orange and pink are two of my favorite colors and combined with blue and white equals perfection in my book.

A secret weapon I have for an inexpensive table runner is to use wrapping paper instead of a cloth runner. I found this plaid wrapping paper in the dollar section at Michaels and the colors were perfect for my summer solstice theme. And when I went looking for dinnerware to work with the paper colors, I was thrilled that I had just what I needed in my kitchen.

The Fiesta dinnerware was a wedding gift from my mom 25 years ago. I still love it as much today as I did back then and know I’ll have it for years to come. I purchased the blue melamine plates are from Hobby Lobby last year and the floral bread plates (no longer available) and bowl (below) are from World Market.

Orange Placemats (similar here) // Fiesta Dinnerware // Blue Melamine Plates (similar here) // Floral Plates (similar here)

Nomad Flower Bowl (pattern also available in mugs and dinner plates)

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times…layering is one of the most important elements of any tablescape. I always layer my dinnerware starting with a placemat or charger. These round placemats from HomeGoods added texture to my table and the color was spot on with the paper runner.

entertaining tip: combine solid colors with plaid and floral patterns to give your tablescape loads of visual interest

My favorite faux bamboo flatware added more texture and the dark handles popped again the colorful dinnerware. p.s. If you haven’t picked up a set or two of this flatware you should because you can’t beat the price.

I purchased the napkins at Pier 1 a few months ago and can’t believe how great they work with my table theme.

entertaining tip: If you come across pretty napkins at a great price, buy them. You can use them as a placemat or down the center of a table as a runner.

I used a pair of vintage brass candlesticks to add height and a shiny accent to the table. The light green taper candles were in my stash and are the same color as the hydrangea. #connectingthedots

I used a grouping of three vintage blue and white jars to complete the centerpiece.

entertaining tip: here’s an easy way to remember which side your flatware goes on: Fork has 4 letters and so it goes on the left which has 4 letters AND spoon and knife have 5 letters so they go on the right which also has 5 letters.

Collenette Dinner Candles (one of my favorite taper candles) // Glasses from HomeGoods

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you enjoyed my Summertime Tablescape and feel inspired to do some entertaining of your own.

And be sure to stop by the other bloggers on the tour for more entertaining inspiration.

Tuesday, 7/11

ConfettiStyle | Celebrate & Decorate | Everyday Living

Wednesday, 7/12

Charleston Crafted | Hunt & Host | Bluesky Kitchen

Thursday, 7/13

PMQ for Two | Rosemary & Thyme | A Casa Di Bianca

Friday, 7/14

Supper Table Talk | Panoply | Living with Thanksgiving

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Entertaining Inspiration: Spring Flowers

March 13, 2014

Don’t you just love a beautiful party table? This image caught my eye and represents the perfect blend of sophistication and fun.

If you study this image you’ll notice three things that set the tone for this table. These three elements are great to keep in mind when you build a tablescape and want it to be dynamic.

1) CONTRAST–a stylish party table brings together contrasting elements in a way that makes the table come to life. The graphic pattern of the table runner contrast perfectly with the bold impact of the flowers. The two elements balance each other perfectly.

2) SHINE–Every party table needs elements that add a bit of shine and glimmer. The silver cups are a simple touch that adds elegance while also offering another element of contrast.

3) COLOR REINFORCEMENT–when you multiply the color statement on a table the entire table setting will be more dynamic. The mass of flowers down the center of the table is a visual pop and energizes the entire table arrangement.

I loved the look of this table so much that I went on the hunt for items that would make this tablescape a reality. Here’s how to get the look…

The best part about recreating this tablescape is that it won’t cost you a ton. Creating the table runner from $7.99/yd Ikea fabric is an easy no-sew project and looking on-line for the best deals will lead you to $9.99 silver mint julep cups at Staples (Staples, not just for office supplies).

When shopping for dinnerware invest in plates that can be mixed and matched with other items you have and use decorative bowls (less expensive) to add the pattern.

And fancy glass goblets are always in style, mix great with other stemware and can be used in both a formal and casual table setting.

Your Shopping List:

Floral Mums Invitation—Paper Source /Black and White Stripe Fabric–Ikea / Nomad Flower Bowls–Cost Plus / Baroque Ogee Plates–Cost Plus

Silver Mint Julep Cups–Staples / Baroque Scroll Goblet–Pier 1 / North Satin Silverware–Pier 1 / Raspberry Flower Crochet Napkins–Cost Plus World Market

Tablescape image via

A Collection of Entertaining Ideas plus a few entertaining ideas

February 17, 2014

Good day to you all. I’m thrilled to see the sun out today and can’t believe that after all the snow and cold we’ve had it’s going to be 70 degrees on Friday. Madness I tell you. I am so ready for spring and nothing puts me in the mood for warmer weather more than the idea of ENTERTAINING…spring style!

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I’ve been looking for new entertaining/party inspiration and came across some awesome ideas that I knew I had to share with you. And to make todays post even more thrilling, I thought I’d also share a few entertaining tips to keep in mind for your next big shin-dig!

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