Instagram is awash with images of beautiful tablescapes making an event of even the most mundane Sunday brunch. Here, we’ve put together our top tips for nailing this trend.
What is tablescaping?
It’s way simpler than it sounds. Tablescaping is simply the act of creatively decorating your tabletop. Traditionally, you’d have seen these beautiful table settings at events and weddings but these days, even a casual meal with friends can be reason enough to dress to impress.
You’ll see lots of celebrities like Laura Jackson and Fiona Leahy adding charm to their dinner parties by adding creative touches to their tables. But with a bit of imagination and a touch of DIY, you can get the look at home for a fraction of the cost.
Here are our top tips for stunning tables:
- Pick a theme / Find your inspo
Is it casual-chic, stylish-spook, Autumn-harvest or Winter-sparkle? There’s lots of ways to be inspired, whether it’s a colour, an occasion, a season or a place. There are loads of ideas that have been shared on Pinterest, so this is a great place to get started!
- Make the most of what you have
Find playful new ways to repurpose things you already have in your home. Like giving your old white tablecloth a new lease of life by dying it with tumeric or adding some iron-on vinyl to napkins for personalised name settings. You could also go on a nature walk to collect pinecones or pick some fresh flowers from your garden. Sometimes the best things in life are free.
Things you might need:
Level 1- the basics: Dishes, silverware, glasses, napkins and a tablecloth
Level 2 – the décor: Candlesticks, flowers and garlands
Level 3 – the extra touches: Anything from pumpkins and fruits to mirrors or trinkets
- Upcycle or recycle
Grab those empty jars and pots, some paints, yarns or vinyl and start decorating. Or if you find your table is still missing something, head to a charity shop. They’re filled with all sorts of treasure that could be perfect for your table but won’t break the bank.
5 ways to DIY your table with Cricut
Add some height!
The best decorations don’t always have to be on the table. Create decorations to hang from the ceiling for that extra wow-factor. Rosette fans and banners are a perfect choice and all you’d need is your Cricut, some card, glue and string.
Design Space Rosette Fans Project
Get crafty with your table settings
It’s all in the extra-finishes, and who doesn’t love a table-setting keepsake to take home with them? Grab some napkins and turn them into a personalised masterpiece using iron-on vinyl.
Custom napkins Design Space project
Give your old table runner a new lease of life
Transform your table runner from drab to fab by adding iron-on elements that match your theme perfectly.
Geometric Table runner Design Space project
Family Table setting Design Space project
Not enough placemats? No problem
Choose from an array of images on Cricut’s free app, Design Space. And cut your own placemat out of card! Or you could even use Design Space projects to learn how to quilt one.
Hungry Bear Placemat Design Space project
Quilted Placemat Design Space project
Add the finishing touches
Add some feature points to your display, like these huge paper flowers or a showstopper centrepiece. Or why not temporarily update your tablweare by adding a removable vinyl snowflake. For longevity always opt for permanent vinyl for pieces that will be washed. These updates are super affordable, super-easy and super-chic!
Leaf Centrepiece Design Space Project
And one more tip…don’t forget to share your Cricut tablescapes using #CricutCreated on social media.
