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Art & Organization Monthly
November 2018

Tablescapes

 Tablescapes are a beautiful way to decorate for the holidays!  They can be simple or elaborate designs. The focal point can be the dishes, food, candles, etc.  Try creating a rustic, traditional, or elegant mood by adding a variety of textures, colors, scents, & music! 
Foundations- The type of tables, tablecloths, table runners, chairs, etc. that you use…
  • Rustic-Wood & Metal…
  • Casual-Matte or Dull surfaces, soft textures, etc…
  • Elegant-Shiny & Illuminated Surfaces like glass, polished wood or metal…
Place Settings- Layer & Texture!  Placemats or Chargers define each space.  Dinner plates, salad plates, & soup bowls layered with matching or contrasting elements. Top each setting with a napkin & place card!...

  • Rustic-Solid, neutral colors (Brown/Brass or Copper, Black/Wrought Iron, White/Snow, & Grey/Silver) pops of red & green with simple patterns like plaid…
  • Casual-Similar to rustic with less natural & more comfortable, cushy surfaces...
  • Elegant-lots of shiny, reflective surfaces with pops of color either dark or light.  
Lighting- The mood can be set with the types of lighting you use...Candles are great for a variety of styles; the difference is all in how you hold them!  The objects you choose to be centerpieces or space holders should be in proper scale & proportion with the table…

  • Rustic-wood, clear glass, & iron candle holders…
  • Casual-same…
  • Elegant-Variety of Glasses & Crystal with low lights!
Objects & Filler- Layer & Texture!  Greenery is lovely in any style...use fresh to bring a feel & fragrance to the table or use faux floral sprigs to add the texture without the hassle.  

  • Rustic-Keep it Simple & Natural with few pops of color…
  • Casual-Comfortable, more layers, soft mix of textures, more pops of color…
  • Elegant-Shiny, reflective, variety of textures & surfaces!
Get inspired to mix & match styles or perfect just one with these tip & tricks!
Don’t forget the kid’s table!  Create a mini version of the adult table to make it effortless.  Or maybe create a whole new style inspired by more than one design.  Remember to keep the design age-appropriate, especially for younger kiddos!  Tablescapes for kids can have battery operated flickering candles, instead of active flames.  Glass is better suited for the adult table; opt for acrylic instead to get the same effect.

Art is an awesome thing when you have the right pieces.  Aesthetic art is just to look at, but applied art is functional & good looking! 
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