Festive Brunch Season is in full bloom — and if you’ve been tasked with hosting a get-together, I’ve got all the tablescape-spiration you need to impress your guests and kick off your next party with a flourish! Read on for all of my spring-tastic design tips…
What You’ll Need…
- Runner
- Plates
- Bowls
- Napkins
- Flatware
- Fun Glassware
- Tall Candlesticks
- Tea Lights
- Greenery
- Flowers
- Scissors
- Lighter
Setting the Scene…
We’ll start with the runner as well as a fun set of plates, bowls, and cloth napkins. Place your runner down the centerline of the table, and set your plates accordingly. Then add a (neatly) folded cloth napkin on top of the plate — cotton and linen napkins have a light, spring-like quality. Follow with a matching bowl on top of your napkins. I like to use a matching set of plates and bowls with a contrasting napkin so the setting really pops!
Next, add your flatware…
Consider your color combinations — you want your tablescape to complement and exaggerate your current theme. Because we’re doing a spring look, I’ve gone with greens, golds, and neutrals. The gold flatware pulls the gold undertones in the plates and bowls, while the neutral linens provide a canvas to display the pieces on!
Set your glassware…
I LOVE this stemware. Glassware often gets overlooked, but there are a lot of fun options out there if you know where to look—and you don’t have to break the bank! Check out local flea markets, vintage, and antique stores for fun glassware sets to enhance your settings.
Pro-Tip: stay away from anything opaque. Color glass is great, so long as you can see through it!
Let there be light…
Let’s add a little DRAMA — cluster two sets of three tall candles on either end of your table, or place one set of three down the center of the table. For continuity, match your candle holders to your flatware, and stay away from anything too chunky — you want to make sure you can see your guests!
For some extra twinkle, scatter tea lights and votives throughout. Feel free to mix and match your holders — I’ve used mercury glass and a petal style.
Time for the Centerpiece…
Showcase a floral arrangement in your color scheme with a low-profile vase. Avoid anything too tall, so you can still see everyone! I like to use seasonal fresh-cut flowers, but a faux arrangement will work as well.
Go Green…
Scatter fresh eucalyptus between the candles and centerpiece. I like to use several kinds—Silver Dollar (big round leaves), Baby Blue (many small blue leaves), and Willow (long narrow leaves) eucalyptus all work nicely to add depth and dimension. Don’t worry about getting it perfect, you’ll be layering other greens and flowers on top.
Layer in Florals…
Start with White Stock — these are delicate white ruffled flowers on a long leafy stalk. They add an element of romance and whimsy to your table. Who doesn’t love whimsy?!
Next, add in Baby’s Breath for a delicate accent.
Finish with an array of flowers — you can cut the stems fairly close to the head (2-3 inches) so they tuck into the greenery easily. To add intrigue, feature different colors, textures, and scents. I went with Magnum Chrysanthemums, Santini Maverick Chrysanthemums, and La Perla Peach Roses, but have fun and pick your favorites!
Final Touches…
Light the candles about 10 minutes before your guests arrive so they don’t get too drippy.
Take one final look! Trim any loose ends, tuck in any wayward greenery, then pour yourself a glass and admire your beautiful work! Seriously, you’re a tablescape prodigy.
Thanks for joining me on my hosting journey. Make sure to tag @mybobs or #mybobs on social with your beautiful masterpieces, and don’t forget to stop and smell the roses!
