A lovely table is what we desire to bring life and beauty to a room. On many occasions the central focus on the table is often a floral arrangement or some simplified/but lovely arrangement that highlights the colors in the room, or just the room itself. In some situations the central focus on the table can be a piece of sculpture, candles, a vase with sea shells, a spray, a topiary, curly willows, eucalyptus, natural lagurus, etc.
A kitchen Table Dressing:
This Table Dressing is very simplisitic and the central focus is candles and holders. The brandy sniffer is the middle container with clear sparkling gems, and color fill with other clear decor marbles. The purpose for this arrangement in the brandy sniffer is to lift the candle over the rim of the glass so that the beauty of the stones will be be evident and to provide the safety for the burning candle. The essence of the oak table is highlighted without a table cloth or table runner. One might prefer covering for the table, but at this time the bare table has it’s rewards.
The dining room table displays two square vases - each with a single bouquet of white flowers, accompanied by two large and bold crystal candle holders. The bareness of the table is enchanting; however, for special occasions or dinner parties you might prefer a table runner or a table cloth- adding protection for the table and beauty.
At this time the dining room table, covered by the table cloth, changes the Table Dressing. Once the Table Dressing that you desire is in place, then you can provide the tableware of interest to you and your family that would compliment the occasion. The candle holders, the brandy sniffer, the vases with the flowers, the candles - all were purchased from HomeGoods. The cost was minimal! The quality is great! The results are major in the decoration of the rooms!
Many of us have interesting Table Dressing ideas that we could share. Why not share your decorating tips for Table Dressing!
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1. Betty,
Once again, beautiful arrangements in a beautiful home!
Thanks for the ideas!
alli
by Alli — 8/8/07 at 5:22 pm #
2. Hi Alli,
Thank you for your kindness! You are going to have so much fun decorating your beautiful home. The excitement is just starting! You have such great taste!!
by Betty — 8/8/07 at 6:58 pm #
3. What a lovely dining room to behold, but, is table cloth still fashionable, i.e, in use? If i want to go for something like that, like how much will it cost? It’s so awesome, you know i’m in love with the third dining room.
by Omolara — 8/8/07 at 7:35 pm #
4. I love the dining room table with the table cloth. The look is very elegant!
by Richelle — 8/9/07 at 7:10 am #
5. Table arrangements very creative. I also like the cafe inspired setting.
by gerri — 8/9/07 at 9:35 am #
6. I love your tablescapes Betty.
The flowers are beautiful as well as arrangements.
Cathy
by Cathy — 8/9/07 at 11:09 am #
7. Hi Omolara,
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments! Yes! The tablecloth is still a very intimate part of the dinner table and/or breakfast table. So many times, today, people choose to use table runners and place mats. However, the tablecloth is still very much in demand. This tablecloth cost approximately $20.00. This is a long table so the tablecloth was a great value for the quality and minimal cost. I purchased this tablecloth at Marshalls more than two years ago. They always have great buys!
I am so pleased that you liked the arrangement! Let us hear from you again.
by Betty — 8/9/07 at 5:06 pm #
8. Hi Richelle,
Thank you for your lovely comments about Table Dressing. Your selection of the third picture with the tablecloth is most appreciated. I, too, love the look of the tablecloth and I was hoping that it would convey a sense of elegance. Your support means a lot to all of us. Keep checking back and see what other suggestions we might share about home decorating or entertainment that would be of interest to you.
Keep in touch and share with us your views of our posts. Your comments help us in our quest.
by Betty — 8/9/07 at 5:12 pm #
9. Hi Gerri,
Thank you for taking the time to share your lovely comments! Your appreciation of the decorative pointers on Table Dressing is very important. Overall, all of the support that you give is appreciated.
We look forward to hearing from you again. Keep checking back and seeing what we are doing that might be of interest to your home decorating needs.
by Betty — 8/9/07 at 5:26 pm #
10. I love coming up with new displays for my tables. My favorite for the summer is on my kitchen table. I have a large resin shell filled with sand and three large candles and seashells in it. Fall will bring something completely different and I can’t wait! I am not looking forward to the end of summer, but I LOVE the colors of fall! Time to shop!
by lynn — 8/9/07 at 5:40 pm #
11. Hi Cathy,
Your comments are always inspiring! Yes! I am one of those persons who takes the picture of candles without lighting them. I should have, but when I thought of it originally, the fumes from the work in my home made me say “no.” Then I meant to do it when the workers were not here working, and I forgot. Thanks for reminding me and others the right thing to do.
Your comments are always appreciated.
by Betty — 8/9/07 at 5:43 pm #
12. Hi Lynn,
Your table decor - “Table Dressing” - sounds great! I love the fact that you are already planning what your next theme will be. We would be pleased if you would post a picture of your present “Table Dressing” and later, your fall decor for your table. You will be surprised how many persons could be inspired by what you share.
Thank you for your great ideas and we look forward to hearing from you again. Keep in touch and keep sharing.
by Betty — 8/10/07 at 7:47 am #
13. Hi Betty,
All of the table dressings are very nice. However, I prefer the dining room table that has the tablecloth. It gives it elegance and is very inviting. Candles are one of my favorite table decorations so of course I like them all. Keep the ideas coming. They are all very informative and very helpful. Thank you. Shirley
by Shirley [...] — 8/10/07 at 9:42 am #
14. Hi Shirley [...],
You are so kind! I too prefer the the “Table Dressing” with the tablecloth. However, I also love looking at the natural wood and highlighting the beauty of that. With the tablecloth covering the naked table, the beauty of the wood is lost. After a celebrative event and the tablecloth is removed, I am very happy to see the natural wood again. But, as I said before, I too love the elegance of the tablecloth.
You have become a regular with the HG site and we always appreciate the comments that you share. Thank you immensely for your support. Keep checking in and sharing with us.
by Betty — 8/10/07 at 11:31 am #
15. hi
it s nice idea here,such beatiful tast but what i have in my expeince of work in interior space is to make place more diffrent it s better not to use even decoration like two vase the same or tqo the same candel.
by nilooooooo — 8/20/07 at 2:43 pm #
16. Hi Betty,
I am a man that would see the tablecloth as a girly setup, but I really like the way this looks. I get great ideas from this site. Thanks for sharing your ideas with me.
Tony
by Tony — 8/22/07 at 9:13 pm #
17. Hi Tony,
Even strong men love to see a great table! It is great for us to know that you are encouraged by what you see. Thanks loads for your response. I look forward to hearing from you again!
by Betty — 8/25/07 at 9:31 pm #
18. Hi Nilooooooo,
Thank you for your comments! I will take your suggestions in consideration! Contact us again.
by Betty — 8/29/07 at 11:03 pm #