Hosting for the 4th? Elevate your tablescape game with items you already have around the house.
Here are 5 simple tips to level up (literally) from Michael Murphy at Lee Douglas Interiors.
Step 1.
Start by covering the table with a table cloth or fabric.
Use inexpensive drop clothes and painted stripes and then added some additional store-bought table clothes which adds texture and interest.
Step 2.
Add emotion by using fun quotes or saying and create color palette based on the theme.
For the 4th of July celebration, use red, white and blue and a fun sign.
Mixing and matching materials lends to a more casual atmosphere.
Mix woods with metals and added some striped bunting to add some softness.
Step 3.
Placing platters of food on lift and levels creates visual interest and makes the food feel special.
Step 4.
Always add touch of nature to your table.
Mix artificial and add real leaves or flowers.
Even a causal bucket of wild flowers is a relatively inexpensive way to incorporate nature.
Step 5.
Don’t forget to make the drink table just as special.
We used a platter with a decanter and stemless wine glasses.
And a beverage container lessens the times you have to refill the beverage container.