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This blog post is all about the best ideas for beautiful spring table decor!
It’s that time of year! Warm weather is just around the corner, you’re itching to come out of the winter slump, and you want your home to be ready for a new season of hosting. Including seasonal elements in your home decor is a great way to embrace the energetic feel of the spring season!
Especially when it comes to adjusting your table setting to the spring look and color scheme, there are so many different ways for you to refresh your table decor. The best part? Unlike major home renovations, these updates can be affordable, fun, and take very little time. You’ll be ready to host your first spring dinner party before you know it!
By the end of this post, you’ll know exactly what seasonal pieces your table is missing. I’m also sharing some of my favorite finds for the season – a great mix of chic items that are currently living in my head rent-free!
Spring Table Decorations: How To Approach Seasonal Decor
Before jumping into spring table decor ideas, I think it’s worth spending some time talking about how to approach seasonal decor sustainably. As someone who loves interior design (so much so that I ended up starting an entire website dedicated to it!), I know how tempting it is to go all out each season.
However, I also believe seasonal decor can be done without wasting too much money or replacing pieces that are only a few years old for the sake of novelty. Take some time to make an inventory of your spring kitchen table decor. Are there items you are missing as a category? What is the overall seasonal color palette you’re working with? Is there anything you want to get rid of/donate?
Answering questions like this will help you save a ton of money and time down the line by making your shopping more intentional. It will also let you avoid overconsumption. After all, your home decor should story of your taste, and a beautiful table will come from the collection of wonderful pieces you have purchased over the years!
19 Spring Table Decor Ideas
1. Prioritize Vibrant Colors
Vibrant colors are a staple of spring decor – they just look so lively!
Don’t be afraid to include a variety of pastel colors in your table palette. Think of baby pink, light blue, sage green, lemon yellow; they all look great mixed or even in monotone color schemes.
If you don’t love bright colors and want something more muted, use organic neutral colors like cream, taupe, or beige. More vibrant shades can still be used for smaller accents so they don’t overtake your design.
2. Add Decorative Objects To Your Tablescape
When designing a tablescape, I always love to see a few decorative objects distributed across the length of the table. This helps create a feel of symmetry and is especially needed if you have a small centerpiece and a long, rectangular table.
Think of statuettes of sweet bunnies, small golden birds, faux potted trees, rattan hot air balloons, and miniature Easter eggs. The options are truly endless!
3. Opt for Chic Cotton or Linen Napkins
We can’t talk about table decor without stressing the importance of cloth napkins. They are an absolute must-have, especially if you’re going for a more elegant and sophisticated look.
As far as spring napkins are concerned, opt for something 100% cotton or linen. These light and chic fabrics look stunning in solid colors, floral fantasies, and even embroidery.
Of course, a colorful napkin is also a great way to spice up a more neutral table. Think, for instance, how much a green or blue set would pop out against a white tablecloth. So chic!
4. Invest in Seasonal Dinnerware
While I usually like to invest in dinnerware that is good for everyday use, I have to make an expectation for spring sets. They are just too charming!
Forget about plain white dishes and opt for pieces that can truly capture the beauty of spring.
Hand-painted floral motifs, lilypad plates, and scalloped dessert dishes in different colors and textures – these are all fantastic examples of statement pieces that can transform your table.
5. Use a Dough Bowl For A Touch of Rustic Charm
A well-decorated dough bowl is the perfect centerpiece for your dining room table. It looks amazing with the table set or even as a single-standing item, meaning that it can be displayed throughout the entire day.
I love this design in particular as the greens and flowers completely the rustic wood beautifully.
This idea will work great in a farmhouse interior or even a cottage space. Of course, depending on the material of the dough bowl, you could give it a more modern twist and look for twigs and branches for a more minimalist style.
6. Print Beautiful Place Settings
A stunning place card is a great way to turn an average dinner table into a setup worth the best special occasions.
There is something so wonderfully curated and thoughtful about each guest having a customized item being part of the table setting.
Depending on the vibe you’re trying to achieve, you can go for something cute but simple like a scalloped edge. For something more eclectic, a fun cocktail design can be a fun addition to your table.
Esty is full of fantastic designs, but if you’re creative, try and experiment in Canva. Designing your place cards is easy and it will give you total control over the personalization!
7. Include Spring Flowers and Other Natural Elements
Whether it’s faux flowers for the sake of convenience or fresh flowers, a beautiful bouquet is a non-negotiable for the perfect spring table decor.
Make sure to choose a design that does not block out too much space to keep things practical. It’s also important that your guests can fully see each other from opposite sides of the table. You don’t want your decor to inhibit conversation!
Another take on this idea is investing in single flower holders and spreading them across the tablescape. A cute and minimalist solution.
8. Use Candles To Set The Right Atmosphere
If you’re hosting a spring-themed dinner, make sure to include some candles in your decor.
By playing with different heights, colors, and styles you can add an element of visual variety and dynamism to your table design.
Using candles instead of a single centerpiece can also help avoid a single focal point. This, in turn, will help your table feel a bit bigger. Perfect if you are working with a very small dining space!
9. Add A Chic Touch with a Glass Vase
Even the best floral centerpieces are not complete without a gorgeous vase.
If you want something classic that holds little visual weight, go for a traditional crystal vase. It will give your table setting a very glamorous and elevated feel.
A more modern and colorful piece can instead be used to make the center of the table the star of the show.
For instance, I love how unique this green vase from Anthropologie looks. Desperately trying to figure out how to get this shipped to Switzerland so I can obsess over it in person!
10. Use Mason Jars For A Beautiful DIY Centerpiece
Raise your hand if you love a good DIY project! 🙋🏻♀️
Mason jars make for the perfect base for beautiful spring centerpiece ideas. Whether you like their natural look or decide to invest in some paint and a ribbon, your Easter centerpiece is just a few, easy steps away.
Placing the mason jars in a container rather than directly on the table can also help give the feel of a more refined design.
11. Look For Wood Chargers
Using different textures is a powerful way to make your spring table decor more visually interesting.
Especially if you’re trying to create a more organic feel, wood chargers are an easy way to introduce a new material into your decor.
The inherent neutrality of wood makes it perfect for any color scheme. This also means that you will be able to use these chargers for a long time to come, even as your decor collection evolves. I love a sustainable solution!
12. Embrace Floral Prints
Fresh blooms and florals are the perfect way to bring a touch of spring onto your table. When I say that your spring table decor can never have enough flowers, I mean that literally.
Don’t be afraid to layer different prints and bright colors. The result will be a fun and unique design that looks joyful and will make your pretty table come to life.
Focusing on florals is also a better way to approach seasonal decor if you tend to get tired of trends. You know this is a safe bet as far as spring decorations are concerned!
13. Include Metallic Accents
A gold or silver accent is the best way to make your Easter table feel a bit more luxurious.
Even small details like a set of candle holders, napkin rings, or small decorative vases can have a very big impact on the overall feel of the design.
When choosing your metals, remember that gold will pair better with warm shades like cream, beige, and orange. Silver will instead be a better match for blue, green, or crisp white. Rose gold or copper is a fit-all solution in case you can’t settle on one option!
14. Create a fruit Display
Among the traditional spring centerpieces, a fruit display is a great option if you want something that feels organic but more unique.
Lemons, strawberries, blueberries, and cherries are all great candidates. Their colors are jewel-like and pair extremely well with cream and forest green.
All you need is a beautiful bowl, a trip to the grocery store, and a small selection of filler leaves and branches. Get creative with your pieces and develop a display that is unique to your table.
15. Include Fun Salt & Pepper Shakers
I am a firm believer that small details make the biggest difference.
Beautiful salt and pepper shakers are an amazing example of this. Are they necessary? No. Once you see them, will they make an absolute statement? Yes. And that’s all I have to say about that!
Bonus tip: if you want a more muted, monotone option, look into Le Creuset. I have the large pink shakers and the quality and finish are just *chef’s kiss*.
16. Upgrade Your Table Linens
Table linens are the background for your tablescape. They essentially set the tone for the entire design.
If you don’t have any nice pieces yet, consider investing part of your budget in an organic cotton table runner or a tablecloth in natural fibers like linen or cotton.
As far as patterns are concerned, think florals, thin stripes, gingham, and small polka dots. Spring is the right time to have some fun with colors and prints!
Alternatively, look into subtly embroidered white pieces with lace detailing for something extra classy.
17. Opt for Colorful Glassware
Colorful glassware is such a fun way to take a table setting from basic to amazing. Whether it’s a small detail or an eclectic set, don’t underestimate the impact that a new set of glasses can have on your spring table decor.
Of course, make sure to choose a style that looks cohesive with the rest of your table. You may love the feel of vintage, colorful goblets but they will look very out of place in a modern, organic design.
18. Include A Small Spring-Themed Gift for Each Guest
If you want to become everyone’s favorite hostess, make sure to include a small spring cadeau for each of your guests.
Something as simple as a fun cracker filled with easter egg candies or a small floral matchbox will be the perfect finishing touch for your table!
19. Design Your Own Menu
For spring table decor that feels like a high-end restaurant, make sure to include a customized menu for your guests.
Opt for a design with strong spring elements like a floral frame, spring fruit, or pastel colors.
Just like for place cards, Esty is full of stunning customizable designs. However, Canva is also a fantastic solution for a DIY, affordable option.
To Conclude
This post was all about the best spring tablescape ideas!
Whether you’re preparing to host family for your yearly Easter dinner or are simply looking to refresh your dining space, spring table decor is a fantastic way to incorporate seasonal pieces into your home. Remember to spend some time making an inventory of the decor you have from last year to keep the additional cost of upgrading your spring decor to a minimum.
Make sure to focus on spring colors and delicate floral patterns for traditional elements. However, don’t be afraid to add a few eclectic pieces to make your decor feel more creative and unique. While the spring aesthetic is pretty well-defined, you can still interpret it according to your taste!
Happy Spring! 🌸
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