Spring Decorating
Spring decorating is my favorite season and it is easy to do with just a couple of steps. I find that it is somewhat therapeutic to clean out the house of winter furnishings and start the year fresh. Currently, our rooms are ready for change and my latest project is our dining room table. I find it enjoyable to infuse bright and cheerful spring items into each room. My wish is that this post inspires you to create your own tablescape.
~ A Note About the Nester ~
When my son was a toddler, he was a great climber and I always found him up on our dining room tables. Once on the table, he would focus quickly on my candlesticks. For some strange reason he loved to sink his teeth into them. I eventually had to remove my candles until he was older and more mature.
When I decorate a table, room, or space I always like to imagine the colors and style I wish to blend. Creating a look can be daunting, therefore, I have broken down my process for you in seven easy steps.
1. First clear off your table.
This creates a blank canvas and encourages ideas to flow easily.
2. Decide on colors and a style.
For my table colors, I knew I wanted green, light blue and a base of white. I made a cream colored burlap runner and I found a light blue linen table runner at Pottery Barn to compliment it.
3. Gather your plates.
The plates should reinforce the style and color you have chosen. I wanted an organic botanical look, so I unearthed my old Portmerion plates.
4. Gather any fun accents.
I have this little bowl of Christmas ornaments around for my various projects. They just add a little bit of color and sparkle to any project.
5. Gather your candles.
Candles are an easy way to infuse color to a table or a room. These candles are just the perfect shade of blue that I needed for a pop of color. I decided to echo it in the coffee mugs.
6. Gather flowers or plants.
I love silk flowers since they tend to last forever. Change them out with the seasons and allow them to add color throughout a room. I like to place them in a glass vase which makes them feel real and natural. Also, the glass adds a reflective surface to the table which highlights and adds a crisp element. When choosing out faux flowers, try to pick colors that aren’t too extreme. Additionally, I like to stick to one variety of flower in a vase, it feels more authentic. Here is a post that I created on silk flowers.
I added flowers to the table runner. I like some movement and filler to my space and these organic shaped white sweet peas were just the thing to bring a spring accent. They add an element of nature taking over the table and I love the energy they bring.
7. Choose some cloth napkins.
This is another item that adds color to a table. I have a collection of them that I change out with the seasons. I always try to buy them when they are on sale, and I now have quite a nice drawer filled with them. Shush… don’t tell my husband about my little habit, he is the type who forgets to pack a napkin when he makes lunches. So, I don’t think he would understand my little obsession!
Well, get started on your spring decor and let me know if you were inspired by this post. I hope to update our living room with a spring look so stay tuned. Have a great week and enjoy the Valentine’s Day weekend, do you have any fun plans or trips?
Cheers,
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Tonya
I would have never thought to use Christmas ornaments. I love that idea. I’m thinking some of my mercury glass ornaments would look wonderful on my spring tablescape. Your table is so fresh, just lovely. I’m inspired. Thank you.
happyhappynester
Tonya,
I know, all my vintage ornaments are out all year! You totally should put your mercury glass ornaments out on your spring table! The silver reflection sounds so pretty, I would love to see your table. Do you want to see more home decor, recipes, or crafts on the blog? You are my biggest fan so I want to keep you happy. 🙂 Happy weekend! ~ J
Tonya
Ha! I certainly am your biggest fan! Home decor would probably be at the top of my list…but I love a good recipe and fun craft, as well. Your blog is a wonderful mix of things I truly enjoy. And I’ll be making a trip back into the attic for my ornaments asap!
happyhappynester
Tonya,
Thanks so much for your input, this helps a ton. Stats wise my home decor slightly wins over the other two. I’ll have to push out a few more decorating posts. I take my style for granted, and friends and family ask me for my process. I will share more this year! Thank you for your visits and kind comments. Are you Tonya who watches me on Periscope?
Tonya
Yes!! I am that Tonya (tonya214). Your scopes are a lot of fun…and I love being able to watch you make the craft or recipe in person. I plan on scoping soon. I have a decor question I’d love to ask your opinion about when I do!
happyhappynester
I’m so happy we connected! I appreciate all your support, this is a lonely endeavor, so to get feedback is always awesome. I would love to hear your home decor question. Shoot me an email, I would be happy to talk! Great seeing you in the scope today. 🙂
debbie
Love your tablescape Janine! Great tips for someone who may be daunted at the thought of making something so beautiful.
happyhappynester
Thanks so much, Debbie. I hope it inspires you to decorate your table! Glad to hear you liked the post and thanks so much for leaving a lovely comment!
Susanne Stewart
Love your tablescape!! I am getting ready to try my hand at making a burlap table runner, I have it pictured in my head, I hope it turns out like envisioned! I hadn’t thought about layering another one on top of it, what a great idea!!
happyhappynester
Hi Susanne,
Thanks so much for your visit and your lovely comment. The burlap makes a nice base for another fun printed table runners. I was surprised how easy it is to make and also washing it was not too difficult. Pleasantly surprised it didn’t unravel too much! Good luck and let me know how yours comes out.
Melony
I love the way your table looks! You have such great ideas, using flowers, christmas ornaments, napkins, candles; everything just works so well together. I also love your photo on your about page where you are baking. You look so happy!
happyhappynester
Hi Melony,
Ah, thanks! You’re so sweet to visit my blog and I love your comments! I do enjoy using unusual things when decorating.
Too funny about my “About page” photo, I just looked at it since I couldn’t remember what photo I placed on it. If you look closely I was struggling with the pie crust and my photographer was documenting everything as it was happening! The real world is more interesting sometimes!
Paddy
I love the way your table looks too, but there are so many flowers blooming in spring, I just can’t bring myself to use silk flowers, the real ones seem to inspire me, even the knock out roses blooming in my yard paired with a little hydrangea or alone look beautiful ! My burlap runner came out great, and since I use shells for my ornaments, I used those on my runner. I’m debating using burlap under chair rail, using staple gun, I read somewhere to use liquid starch, has anyone tried this?
Fiona
Such great tips. I am loving the pop of blue!
happyhappynester
Ah, thanks so much Fiona!
Marjan
It all looks so fresh and airy, just lovely. Presently my table is overrun with projects… One of these days I will have more space for my crafts I hope, but I like how you pulled everything together, thanks for sharing
happyhappynester
Marjan,
Ah, thanks for your lovely comment and your visit! I hope you can enjoy your dining room table one of these days. But, I know what you mean about craft supplies finding a home everywhere! I so want a little studio in our backyard. Someday, my dream will come true!
Tilisa
Those are such good tips! I love how your table looks! So pretty! I totally get the cloth napkin collection! I have a decent one starting!
happyhappynester
Tilisa,
That’s too funny, that you get my cloth napkin collection. There are so many pretty colors and styles out in the stores, and I love how they dress up a table. Thanks again and Happy Spring to you!