Showing posts with label TABLESCAPE. Show all posts
Showing posts with label TABLESCAPE. Show all posts
Dec 15, 2015
Expecting many dinner guests throughout December? Whether
you’re putting on a casual meal to celebrate the season with friends and family
or hosting the main event, the right table setting can make all the difference
at a dinner party. Read on for some fun and fabulous tablescape inspiration to
help get you through the holidays in style.
Cranberries & Candles – We love this simple, elegant centerpiece. A few handfuls of
cranberries, some votives, and a serving dish are all you need to recreate this
stunning look.
Image via Midwest Living
Perfect in Plaid –
This rustic table is fabulously festive. Cozy knit napkins, evergreen branches,
candles, and cranberries make a table fit for any fan of the outdoors.
Joyful Jars –
This mason jar centerpiece is lovely. It’s beautiful without being overpowering
– plus you can fill as many jars as you need for the length of your table. You’ll
need several mason jars, some sea salt, a few candles, some cranberries, and
some evergreen branches.
O Christmas Tree Napkin
– How cute is this napkin? Getting creative with your place settings doesn’t
have to be complicated. A square green napkin and some simple folding will
festive up your places in no time!
Wonderful Wood – Wood,
pine cones, and deer: oh my! Here’s another rustic table to inspire you. We’re
big fans of the table runner they’ve chosen, as well the wood they’ve placed
under their plates.
Pink & White Wonderland – Your table isn’t limited to a red and green color scheme this
holiday season. Want to break out of the box? Try a white, pink, and gold
table! With the right accents (like ornaments and reindeer) you can keep your
festive motif while using these fun, fresh colors.
Cute Cranberry Wreath
– We’re still fawning over these mini cranberry wreath place settings. They’re
a snap to make and add some fabulous, custom charm to any holiday table.
Image via Say Yes
We hope these ideas help you set a beautiful table this
holiday season. Make sure to share shots of your seasonal tablescapes with us
on Twitter and Instagram – we love seeing what you create!
Nov 13, 2015
There’s less than two weeks until Thanksgiving – are you
ready? You may have your menu planned, but that’s not the only important thing
that goes on your table. This year set your tables to stun with some simple
ideas that are sure to compliment every feast. Check out some of our favorite
tablescapes below and get ready to wow friends and family on the 26th.
All That Glitters is Gold
– Traditional pumpkins and pine cones with a fabulous touch of luxury. We love
the effortlessness of this look. It’s easy to recreate and will have a big
impact on your table.
Image via A Pumpkin And A Princess
Bring the Outdoors In
– Bright greens, fragile florals, and a hint of copper make for an excellent
combination. Though there are some bold pinks and reds, this mix is fairly
subtle and a lovely one to try this Thanksgiving.
Image via Homey Oh My!
Keep it Subtle - If
you think gold is more gaudy than gorgeous, this centerpiece will be right up
your alley. We’re fans of the burlap table runner and simple mix of earthy
colors. This is the perfect setting for a rustic Thanksgiving.
Image via Sand & Sisal
Gourd-geous Vases –
Simply put, we are in love with these vases! They’d make a fabulous addition to
any table (Thanksgiving or not). The rich oranges, greens, and purples play off
each other so nicely, and using a gourd as a vase is such a fantastically
creative DIY – we can’t get over it.
Image via The Merry Thought
Food for Thought –
Why not incorporate some of your Thanksgiving dinner ingredients into your centerpiece?
As you can see, artichokes, beans, and asparagus make lovely candle holders!
Image via Better Homes And Gardens
Rich & Rustic
– We’ve got a penchant for plaid, and we’re not afraid to show it! The
eucalyptus, walnuts and pine corn create a fantastic rustic scene. All it needs
is some turkey!
We hope these ideas help inspire you to create a beautiful
table this year. We’d love to see your Thanksgiving tablescapes. Share your
best shots with @HomeShows on Instagram and Twitter – we love to see how you
celebrate!
Feb 13, 2015
What is a tablescape? A tablescape is a theme that is brought to your table top by using centerpieces, linens, decorations, and serving dishes or flatware that enhances your guests' experience at your event.
It's a fabulous way to spice up your party and can be as simple or over-the-top as you'd like. And we're bringing you several examples at the Des Moines Home + Garden Show!
The Iowa Home Staging Alliance is teaming up with local media personalities for the Serving Up Style competition. Each media celebrity will be paired with a designer to create his or her own unique outdoor tablescape. Look who's be participating in this feature:
Want to learn more about your favorite media personalities' style or get some fresh ideas for your next tablescape? Stop by the Des Moines Home + Garden Show and see the tablescapes feature - and don't forget to vote for your favorite one! Don't have tickets yet? Buy them early to avoid box office lines and find the best deals - right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets on Facebook.
FEBRUARY 12 - 15, 2015.
It's a fabulous way to spice up your party and can be as simple or over-the-top as you'd like. And we're bringing you several examples at the Des Moines Home + Garden Show!
The Iowa Home Staging Alliance is teaming up with local media personalities for the Serving Up Style competition. Each media celebrity will be paired with a designer to create his or her own unique outdoor tablescape. Look who's be participating in this feature:
- WHO Radio - Bonnie Lucas/Van Harden with Kathy Smith (Dream Schemes)
- KCCI-TV - Eric Hanson with Kendra Johansen (Set2Please)
- WOI-TV/ABC5 - Sabrina Ahmed with Teresa Holton (Teresa Holton Design)
- Star 102.5 - Karess Carter with Messina Wendy (Spaces to Love)
- KIOA - Maxwell and Pam with Sandy Mrachina (A Home Above)
Want to learn more about your favorite media personalities' style or get some fresh ideas for your next tablescape? Stop by the Des Moines Home + Garden Show and see the tablescapes feature - and don't forget to vote for your favorite one! Don't have tickets yet? Buy them early to avoid box office lines and find the best deals - right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets on Facebook.
FEBRUARY 12 - 15, 2015.
IOWA EVENTS CENTER
Oct 6, 2014
Fall is the
perfect time for good company and plenty of comfort food, which gives you an
excellent excuse to plan out a fall-themed gathering. What better way to
showcase the changing of the season than to create a festive tablescape for a
fall holiday or casual dinner party?
Here are some tablescape tips and tricks for your next gathering:
1. Gather inspiration from nature - The best way to create a unique and seasonal tablescape is to follow
nature’s lead. In the cooler months of the year, gather fall and winter
foliage. Go out and explore your own backyard and incorporate the items you
find into your tablescape theme. Also, build the color scheme around what you
see in nature. Deep, rich, and vibrant colors are perfect for fall, and cool
blues and grays make a beautiful setting during winter.
2. Consider scale and functionality - Large, dramatic centerpieces look stunning on first appearance, but
they aren’t necessarily practical if you and your guests are sitting down to an
intimate dinner party. Consider the type of atmosphere you want to create at
your get together. Larger centerpieces are ideal if you want to create a
setting that promotes mingling and movement. However, smaller scale pieces,
such as tea lights and short vases, can be equally impressive for a sit-down
meal with friends and family.
3. Take inventory of items you already have - For a budget-friendly, large-scale tablescape, it may be beneficial
to take inventory of the items already in your possession. A collection of
glass bottles or mason jars can double as beautiful flower vases and
candle holders. Use a larger dinner platter for a centerpiece with candles and
foliage, or create a dramatic tablescape with the plants found in your own
yard. Once you have a better idea of the items already in your home, then you
can create a list of items you may need to buy. You might be surprised how much
money you’ll save!
4. Mix and match textures and colors - Don’t be afraid to get creative with different textures and colors
on the table. If you want to play it safe for the first time around, choose one
bold color to stand out from the rest of the centerpiece or select several
shades of one color. However, a tablescape should be a reflection of your
creativity and personal style, so mix and match until you find the perfect look
for your next party.
5. Sometimes less is more - When it comes to elegant tablescapes, sometimes less is more. Subtle
beauty is memorable in the best way and gives you the opportunity to focus on
additional decorations around the table without overdoing it. An intimate dinner party can feel cluttered with
an overcrowded tablescape. Save the drama and glitz for holiday gatherings and
themed parties.
For more tablescape ideas and inspiration make sure to visit the Table Top Masterpieces feature at the Deseret News Home Show. Local designers will be creating stunning displays that are sure to enchant at any dinner party. Participants include: Jen Scott, Sara Schmutz, Ashlee Prisbrey, Holly Moeller, Krista Dearden, and Ruthie Knudsen.
The Deseret News Home Show takes over the South Towne Center October 10-12, 2014. Buy your tickets soon to receive the best deals - right now you can get two tickets for the price of one when you like us on Facebook. Treat a friend and yourself! We can't wait to see you at the show!
Sep 18, 2014
Sure to be the most talked-about feature at the Capital Home Show, local designers will be Serving Up Style by creating exquisite tabletop installations. Five members of the Interior Redesign & Staging Association are presenting six tablescapes which will be displayed in special room vignettes, located at the show's back wall. Get inspired by the stunning and inventive tabletop installations these experts create and vote for your favorite! But before you see these gorgeous settings, get to know the designers behind them and what they have planned for you at the show.
Marketplace Events (MPE): How long have you been in business?
Pam Faulkner (Pam): "About 25 years. I opened Faulkner House Interior Redesign 12 years ago. Before that I worked for the Williams-Sonoma Corporation, helping open their Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and Hold Everything stores, and then stayed on to do display changes in their Reston Town Center and Fair Oaks stores for a few years. Prior to moving to Virginia, I owned a holiday and special occasion company called Deck the Halls in Dallas, Texas.
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Pam: "Relaxed elegance, inventive, functional, eclectic. When designing, it is foremost based on clients' needs and tastes."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Pam: "For Autumn Glow it was the way morning mist blankets the ground before the fall sunrise lights up the changing colors of leaves, making trees appear to glow. I wanted to do something a little romantic, whimsical and feminine. For The Seafarer it was my husband's love of the ocean and his interest in navigational instruments. I wanted it to be a little more masculine with a club type atmosphere, as a contrast to Autumn Glow."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Pam: "Difficult to choose, but one would have to be the remodeling of an oddly designed master bath addition from the 1980s that one of my clients had to deal with when they bought their home. I worked with the contractor to redesign the old floor plan, creating a more open and spacious feel with lots of functional storage in beautiful but practical cabinetry. An updated spa whirlpool, steam shower, lots of natural light from plantation shuttered windows and an existing skylight, with supplemental and accent lighting from stylish new fixtures completed the casually elegant look. It was an amazing transformation."
MPE: How long have you been in business?
Michele Bobb (Michele): "Business established in 2002."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Michele: "Clean lines, eclectic, transitional, casual, and French."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Michele: "Contemporary, casual, coastal vibe."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?
Michele: "When making furniture purchases always buy the best quality you can afford. Better quality will usually last longer and in the long run give you the most value for your decorating dollars."
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Michele: "Loving all the navy blue I'm seeing in the market."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Michele: "Complete remodel of a 1950s house in Silver Spring, Maryland, to prepare it for sale. Reconfigured the floor plan to include the addition of a dining room and a powder room on the main level. Designed a new kitchen and two full baths, new interior and exterior doors, all new light fixtures, flooring and deck. It sold in one day at full price."
MPE: How long have you been in business?
Pat Baldwin (Pat): "12 years."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Pat: "Relaxed, classic, timeless, and balanced."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?
Pat: "To be aware of balance and scale in each room and avoid 'centrifugal force" arrangements (all the furniture up against the walls).
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Pat: "I prefer timeless classic looks; however I do like a texture, mixed woods and metals which you see more and more in decor."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Pat: "I had two enjoyable projects for the home show. One was making the oyster shell lamp shade. The whole process was delightful - from collecting the shells, through selecting the best based on shape and translucency, and finally to arranging them on a shade. I'm totally thrilled with the result. The other was doing illustrations of hands making sweetgrass baskets. I wanted to portray the 400-year-old tradition of this art, which has been passed down from one generation to the next. I did this by using six sets of hands. They ranged from the rugged lined hands of an elder man, to the graceful long fingered hands of a young woman. It was an intimate time for me. I felt connected to the basket weavers as I used my hands through art to recreate their skillful hands in the process of constructing sweetgrass baskets."
MPE: How long have you been in business?
Stephanie Kelly (Stephanie): "Been in business since 2005."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Stephanie: "Simple, pulled-together, thoughtful, serene, livable."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Stephanie: "An industrial look which is currently everywhere. Includes iron, natural woods, machine or mechanical looking items. Purposeful and useful. Not too much color - pieces that have stood up to time since the Industrial Revolution."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?Stephanie: "They don't need to display everything they own. Edits, edit, edit. If they don't love it, then don't use it. It is their house, nobody else's."
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Stephanie: "Definitely industrial with natural rough woods and iron used in interesting ways. The total opposite is also big - sleek, elegant, no frills or embellishments and very soft colors. Straight lines or gentle curves. Antique pieces are used but painted in beautiful colors."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Stephanie: "I got to do three beach houses last year from start to finish including dishes and towels. I got to coordinate everything in the whole house. The owner gave me carte blanche on the decor and a good budget to work with. There were some things in the houses I could use and refurbish and the rest was my "dream house". They were all put on the market to rent and the rental agent said they were their favorite houses."
MPE: How long have you been in business?
Caroline Hart (Caroline): "30+ years."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Caroline: "Transitional, clean lines, detailed, warm and welcoming."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Caroline: "I have wanted to do a black and white room design and Serving Up Style provided the perfect inspiration for a formal dinner."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?
Caroline: "Don't buy something just to have something. Wait until you find what you love. It's out there, you just haven't found it yet."
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Caroline: "Color and whimsy."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Caroline: "I had a client who was expecting her second child, a boy. She wanted to have a 'big girl' room for her daughter to help with the transition from the nursery to the new room. Her daughter didn't want to sleep in the new room and even quit taking naps. It was a special project as I had worked with the family for quite some time. I found the perfect fabric and made all the bedding and window treatments myself because it was such a special project. With bedding complete I made a bed skirt of soft pink tulle. When I came back for the final touches, my client told me that her daughter had curled up in the new bed and taken a nap. What could be better to hear?"
Designer: Pam Faulkner, Faulkner House Interior Redesign, LLC
Room Theme: Autumn Glow and The Seafarer (Pam will be designing two tabletops)
Pam Faulkner (Pam): "About 25 years. I opened Faulkner House Interior Redesign 12 years ago. Before that I worked for the Williams-Sonoma Corporation, helping open their Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and Hold Everything stores, and then stayed on to do display changes in their Reston Town Center and Fair Oaks stores for a few years. Prior to moving to Virginia, I owned a holiday and special occasion company called Deck the Halls in Dallas, Texas.
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Pam: "Relaxed elegance, inventive, functional, eclectic. When designing, it is foremost based on clients' needs and tastes."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Pam: "For Autumn Glow it was the way morning mist blankets the ground before the fall sunrise lights up the changing colors of leaves, making trees appear to glow. I wanted to do something a little romantic, whimsical and feminine. For The Seafarer it was my husband's love of the ocean and his interest in navigational instruments. I wanted it to be a little more masculine with a club type atmosphere, as a contrast to Autumn Glow."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Pam: "Difficult to choose, but one would have to be the remodeling of an oddly designed master bath addition from the 1980s that one of my clients had to deal with when they bought their home. I worked with the contractor to redesign the old floor plan, creating a more open and spacious feel with lots of functional storage in beautiful but practical cabinetry. An updated spa whirlpool, steam shower, lots of natural light from plantation shuttered windows and an existing skylight, with supplemental and accent lighting from stylish new fixtures completed the casually elegant look. It was an amazing transformation."
Designer: Michele Bobb, Room Therapy
Room Theme: California Chic
MPE: How long have you been in business?
Michele Bobb (Michele): "Business established in 2002."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Michele: "Clean lines, eclectic, transitional, casual, and French."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Michele: "Contemporary, casual, coastal vibe."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?
Michele: "When making furniture purchases always buy the best quality you can afford. Better quality will usually last longer and in the long run give you the most value for your decorating dollars."
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Michele: "Loving all the navy blue I'm seeing in the market."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Michele: "Complete remodel of a 1950s house in Silver Spring, Maryland, to prepare it for sale. Reconfigured the floor plan to include the addition of a dining room and a powder room on the main level. Designed a new kitchen and two full baths, new interior and exterior doors, all new light fixtures, flooring and deck. It sold in one day at full price."
Designer: Pat Baldwin, Inspired Interiors
Room Theme: Low Country Coastal
MPE: How long have you been in business?
Pat Baldwin (Pat): "12 years."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Pat: "Relaxed, classic, timeless, and balanced."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?
Pat: "To be aware of balance and scale in each room and avoid 'centrifugal force" arrangements (all the furniture up against the walls).
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Pat: "I prefer timeless classic looks; however I do like a texture, mixed woods and metals which you see more and more in decor."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Pat: "I had two enjoyable projects for the home show. One was making the oyster shell lamp shade. The whole process was delightful - from collecting the shells, through selecting the best based on shape and translucency, and finally to arranging them on a shade. I'm totally thrilled with the result. The other was doing illustrations of hands making sweetgrass baskets. I wanted to portray the 400-year-old tradition of this art, which has been passed down from one generation to the next. I did this by using six sets of hands. They ranged from the rugged lined hands of an elder man, to the graceful long fingered hands of a young woman. It was an intimate time for me. I felt connected to the basket weavers as I used my hands through art to recreate their skillful hands in the process of constructing sweetgrass baskets."
Designer: Stephanie Kelley, Redefine LLC
Room Theme: Urban Cafe
MPE: How long have you been in business?
Stephanie Kelly (Stephanie): "Been in business since 2005."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Stephanie: "Simple, pulled-together, thoughtful, serene, livable."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Stephanie: "An industrial look which is currently everywhere. Includes iron, natural woods, machine or mechanical looking items. Purposeful and useful. Not too much color - pieces that have stood up to time since the Industrial Revolution."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?Stephanie: "They don't need to display everything they own. Edits, edit, edit. If they don't love it, then don't use it. It is their house, nobody else's."
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Stephanie: "Definitely industrial with natural rough woods and iron used in interesting ways. The total opposite is also big - sleek, elegant, no frills or embellishments and very soft colors. Straight lines or gentle curves. Antique pieces are used but painted in beautiful colors."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Stephanie: "I got to do three beach houses last year from start to finish including dishes and towels. I got to coordinate everything in the whole house. The owner gave me carte blanche on the decor and a good budget to work with. There were some things in the houses I could use and refurbish and the rest was my "dream house". They were all put on the market to rent and the rental agent said they were their favorite houses."
Designer: Caroline Hart, Welcoming Redesign
Room Theme: Black Tie Affair
Caroline Hart (Caroline): "30+ years."
MPE: Define your style in five words.
Caroline: "Transitional, clean lines, detailed, warm and welcoming."
MPE: What was your inspiration for your tablescape?
Caroline: "I have wanted to do a black and white room design and Serving Up Style provided the perfect inspiration for a formal dinner."
MPE: What is the best advice you give your clients?
Caroline: "Don't buy something just to have something. Wait until you find what you love. It's out there, you just haven't found it yet."
MPE: What design trend are you coveting these days?
Caroline: "Color and whimsy."
MPE: Describe your favorite project.
Caroline: "I had a client who was expecting her second child, a boy. She wanted to have a 'big girl' room for her daughter to help with the transition from the nursery to the new room. Her daughter didn't want to sleep in the new room and even quit taking naps. It was a special project as I had worked with the family for quite some time. I found the perfect fabric and made all the bedding and window treatments myself because it was such a special project. With bedding complete I made a bed skirt of soft pink tulle. When I came back for the final touches, my client told me that her daughter had curled up in the new bed and taken a nap. What could be better to hear?"
We can't wait to see what these design darlings serve up at the Capital Home Show, September 19-21, 2014! Grab your tickets to the show early to make sure you get the best deal. We can't wait to see you there!
May 15, 2014
Gearing up to hit the lake this weekend? To get you into a cottage state of mind, we're showing you Nella Casa Bella's stunning "Cottage Comfort" tablescape from our recent GTA Home Show in Toronto. Featuring Urban Barn furniture and accessories, this shabby chic tablescape demonstrates that rustic elements can work with modern accessories if colours are kept consistent throughout. Check out the whole space below and get ready to dive in to cottage-themed decor this weekend!
What will your cottage comfort tablescape look like?
Apr 15, 2014
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| Table by Pottery Barn at Sherway Gardens |
Recently featured at Toronto's GTA Home Show was Pottery Barn's stunning Easter Brunch tablescape. Adorned with ceramic bunnies, woven chargers and a stunning pastel color palette, this Easter table is a springtime dream. Need inspiration for your weekend brunch or dinner? Take a look at the images below and start your tablescape planning!
Easter Brunch Tablescape
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| Insert a menu card in the soup bowl. |
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| A gradient of spring colors. |
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| A matching napkin for every plate. |
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| Tulips vary in color to match the dishware. |
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Will you be incorporating these Easter-inspired tablescape ideas in your home this weekend?
Apr 9, 2014
Spring Shades of Blue
Recently featured at our GTA Home Show in Toronto, this tablescape by Target features Threshold items that are loaded with spring and summer flavours. We've fallen in love with the use of orange as an accent colour and their use of table runners as place mats.
Also featured at our GTA Home Show was the 'Blue & White and Spring All Over" tablescape created by Cobi Style with furnishings from Alta Moda. Featuring sky-high green and blue lanterns a table loaded with intricate details and Asian-influenced accessories, this table is sure to get you in a spring/summer mindset.
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Which tablescape will you be most inspired by?
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