
I’m pretty sure I want to linger over this table long after dessert is served. Image: California Wedding Wave
Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining

I’m pretty sure I want to linger over this table long after dessert is served. Image: California Wedding Wave
This gorgeous tabletop from Bliss Events, not only gives us great inspiration, but also can teach us a lesson. The centerpiece vases are a perfectly coordinated mixture of patterns in the same color scheme. A great reminder of how you can bring together a look when you think you have nothing that matches. Just gather… Read More

Check out this Fabo centerpiece with pumpkins and feather boa, not to mention the zebra fabric!! They must have made that just for ME!! This cutie patootie idea comes from St. Louis Entertains and there is a video to watch with more great table settings. No, I’m not in St. Louis, but my girl Amy… Read More

I found this lovely centerpiece display on Boston Mamas. This is perfect for a fall tabletop, or for Thanksgiving. It uses nuts and lentils to fill cylandar vases, and incorporates oranges (or use mini pumpkins) tied with ribbon and topped with an orchid. This is so beautiful and eco-friendly too!

I wanted to share this beautiful tabletop from Brides.com because I love how it looks incredibly glamorous at first glance, but when you break it down, it’s really quite casual and easy to put together. Simply top the table cloth with a lace runner(you may have from your grandmother). Use a mixture of candle sticks,… Read More

Create a beautiful tablescape inspired by nature, like the one here from Green Wedding Shoes. Incorporate large leaves, birds nests, birch candles, green plants, and birds. You automatically get a soft color pallete of green with lots of interesting textures.

On a tight budget? Break out the cellophane! These vases are filled with crumpled cellophane and water, people!!!! And if it’s good enough for a wedding of 500 guests, then it’s good enough for you ; ) I found this on Australia Entertains, and was their way of working with a “tight” budget….hmmm, okay, I’ll… Read More
Apothacary jars are not just for Candy Buffets anymore! Bring those babies onto the tabletop to create a wonderful centerpiece. Here are 3 beautiful examples filled with seashells, flowers, sand, and other natural elements. Be sure to use different heights and shapes for more interest. You know how cute they look en mass filled with… Read More

Here’s a fabulous centerpiece for your next party. A bouquet of cupcakes! Make 2 and set one at each end of a dessert buffet, or use just one for a table centerpiece. Get the directions here. I love those double-duty ideas!

Here’s a unique way to use manzanita branches. Just set them in a glass cylinder, maybe with a little sand or rocks in the bottom. Line them up and surround them with candles. No other adornments needed. This lovely scene is from Trendsetting Wedding. They have created a beautiful walkway, but I can see this… Read More