All Things Bright & Beautiful

Bring colour and joy to your outdoor table this summer with the addition of some bright and bold touches –perfect for the summer season. Ross Cowie from Pure Table Top, gives us his top tips on summer tablescaping:

Don’t be afraid of colour

Commit! A half-hearted effort will lack the impact that you’re looking for. Think about how you want your colours to work together. Summer is all about joy and fun. You could go for complementary colours or clashing hues that make a statement. More is more.

Think about your layers

Adding different textures and heights to your table will add dimension. For example, charger plates can help to add a bit of drama and different non-matching glasses can add a layer of personality to your table. Make sure you have enough room on the table for any plates and serving dishes that you want to add, there’s nothing worse than not being able to fit the food on the table.

Don’t forget your lighting

If you’re outside then you can create the perfect atmosphere with festoon lights and tea lights or candles dotted around your dining table. Inside, you might want to add some colourful candles and turn down the overhead lights – they can be a really costeffective way of adding happy colours to your decor.

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Think about the little touches to add more pops of colour

It might be some seasonal blooms in the form of gorgeous, colourful branches or some bright cut flowers from the garden, or perhaps personalised name places or handwritten menus.

Don’t stress

This is about creating an atmosphere of joy, happiness and fun, try to keep it simple and not overthink it. Your guests are coming to see you and enjoy themselves.