From bedroom interior to tablescape. Yes I know it’s not the same blanket. However the purple hue made me think how easily we could use a scarf, sheets or curtains with a bold pattern for transforming a tabletop.
Have you repurposed something for dressing a table?
{Photographed by Victoria Will}
Haven’t done a QOTD in awhile. When I came across this pretty almost perfect teal hallway, it got me thinking. We all don’t like every single trendy thing that makes it’s way to published interiors everywhere, so I ask, what are you sick of seeing? Or what trend never floated your boat or rocked your cradle?
For me, I loved sea urchin decor, especially in lighting but it is everywhere. And I’m tired of it. I have even been reluctant to feature a room that had it in recent weeks. I was going to even crop out the whole top part of the image above just to use it without rolling my eyes at the lightning. I even rolled my eyes at the real life aea urchins that were at the georgia aquarium 3 wks ago.
Yep, that was me touching starfish. I guess the little sea critters have to get some shine too considering how popular their friends are in coastal design…
However, despite my annoyance, it’s my frugal design goddess duties to give you an easy diy tutorial to get the look with styrofoam balls & tooth picks spray painted. Thank me later.
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{Amber Karson Events & Katie Stoops Photography via Inspired by This}
Where have I been and why didn’t I know about the Society Social’sMagalog? The pictures and how each one is styled is on point. They have some really cool bar carts & decor pieces but the magazine idea is great. Love the leopard wallpaper and everything else in this pic above..
The also has great tips about throwing a party. Tips that I liked most include serving food in vertical arrangements to free up space and prevent tables from appearing messy. I guess this is similar to what my wedding clients had when one of their food stations consisted of mashed potatoes (or sweet potatoes) served in martini glasses. They had a potato bar with all the toppings and it looked so fun on the table. They also had little shot glasses of tomato soup w/a triangle slice of grilled cheese on top. Another thing that popped in my head when thinking of vertical food displays is this unique alternative to a veggie platter…
Another genius tip is to label drawers and cabinets for when guest can serve themselves. Everyone doesn’t have room to have it all displayed buffet style so when encouraging guests to help themselves, make it easier for them. That way they don’t have to hunt you down to figure out where the silverware is or open a bunch of doors showing messy storage when aiming to find glassware….
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You know why I really like this look? Because one can easily go to a rummage sale, thrift store or the Goodwill and purchase random ones in any style or color. All you have to do is buy spraypaint & viola!
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One of the best things about entertaining is the food. But not everyone hires a stylist or event planner to set things up. Here are some easy ideas that you can do yourself. Presentation is key. It’s all about elevating different platters of food to create visual interest. The heights help prevent the food spread from seeming, blah and bland. The easiest way to acheive this look is platters and cake stands. You know exactly where to buy them but don’t sleep on the dollar store or thrift stores. Even using candle sticks to elevate plates can create a nice tablescape. Another idea is boxes. Simply wrap them in paper that matches the color scheme of the party or use fabric to cascade over them. I did this when I created the candy buffet for THIS wedding…
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Like the backdrop of paper as seen in THIS post. That’s also a very cheap way to create texture. Just go to the Goodwill and buy a few old books. Or ask your grandparents…
Apothecary Jars keeps it fancy even if it’s something very casual like powdered donuts, as seen HERE.
Pier 1 has a lot of white dishes which puts the attention on the food but looks so stylish in the process. French toast sticks dipped in syrup? Pretty brunch idea.
I love a creative display for food and we all see the typical platters with veggies but how about these displays? Above is a neat way to have a salad bar…
A lot of these vases can be purchased at dollar stores or Michael’s & Jo-Ann Fabric. Don’t forget those 40% off coupons via the Sunday’s paper or online…
{images via my Pinterest & 79 Ideas}
I’ve come across some pretty photography and ideas on decorating with balloons…
Though the above was intended for a person leaving love notes for their significant other, you can take this idea by attaching childhood pics or pics of the couple for an engagement party…
Instead of ribbon, use lace when decorating for a bridal shower or bachelorette bash…
Worried people won’t know where to go? Line the entire walkway or leave a trail to the location instead of signage with arrows…
Hang balloons from the ceiling with ribbon as long as there’s no helium….
