Spring Inspired Table Settings

Spring brings vibrant colors to mind! With the bounty of nature in its full bloom during this time, it makes perfect sense to bring some of that beauty indoors. Changing your table settings to suit this season is a fun way of embracing the gracefulness of this spring season. Whether you are hosting a party or just planning to change the setting for a day, a few tweaks can help channel out the cheerful nature of the season.

Table Setting Ideas for Spring

Here are the top 3 ways to decorate your table to complement the beauty of spring:

• Pretty Grand: This is one table setting that will blow away even the most hard to impress members of society. If you want to feel regal and polished, this is the quickest (and the tastiest) way of getting there. This spring inspired table setting looks best on dark, polished wooden tables. Do not bother using a table cloth and mat if you have such a table. Stack two china plates – the smaller one on top of the bigger – and top it with a small silver bowl (for desserts). Flank them with silver or bamboo-handle stainless steel cutlery. Ensure the bigger china dish has a simple design with just a golden border. The smaller one looks best with intricate designs. Birds, vines and flowers (all with hints of gold) are designs to look out for. Fold a lace napkin and place it vertically between the two plates. Place two crystal goblets of varying heights and designs on the right side of the plates. The key here is simplicity, so stick to the ‘less is more’ school of thought. Decorate the table with a golden candelabra and white candles. Place the candelabra inside a clear glass jar for an enhanced sophisticated look.
• Flowers and Honey Bees: With the weather at its best, it would be a shame not to enjoy at least a few meals outdoors; especially if you are blessed with a beautiful backyard. If not, even a big, sunny balcony can be a great alternative. Begin with a bright and colorful table cloth. Gingham print or even big colored checker prints will do absolute justice to the exuberance of the season. Freshly cut flowers in colored, clear vases are a must. Plastic flowers will just not do, there is no alternative to fresh spring blooms. Throw in herbs and berries too to add a quirky touch. Use two slim vases for a long table and a round center-piece for a small table. You can leave a single flower stem on each plate (without the leaves) for a more cheerful look. Wine bottles and jam jars are perfectly acceptable alternatives as well. Use simple white china plates to avoid print and color clashing. This table setting is perfect for a light meal as well.

• Crafting Genius: While china and crystal look elegant and decorative, they might not be suitable for children. Create a kid-friendly setting using the same gingham or checker table cloth. Replace the glass table decors with beautiful crafty pieces that will spark an interest in the little ones. From paper fans to a mini garden made of colorful paper, the possibilities are endless. Use clear plastic glasses or jars for the flowers. You can even cut the hems of the napkins in curly or zigzag lines. If your child is a slow eater and tends to run away from the table in between a meal, use coloring sheets as mats. Provide a bunch of crayons and you will have them hooked!
• Kid-Friendly Fun: While elegance and glam are components adults find fitting, these sorts of settings are most likely not oriented for children. Instead of using glass decorative items, replace them with plastic items for a much safer environment. Plastic utensils and paper plates are also a plus. You could also go ahead and find a batch of paper flowers and fill each vase with confetti and other decorative items for a fun and festive look. Don’t forget to make sure all items are bright and colorful to catch the eye of every child. While in-between a meal, use coloring sheets as place mats. Provide them with a bunch of crayons and you will have them hooked throughout the entire meal!