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Tips For A Simple Fall Tablescape

By Stacy 18 Comments

We don’t entertain much unless it is in the summer and we can host in something in the backyard. Our dining room is just too small. It fits our family perfectly but there is no room for extra people. But even though we don’t have dinner parties, I still attempt to decorate the table occasionally for our family. It helps us work on our manners (and by “we” I of course mean my four boys) and is a fun departure from the everyday norm.

Our table is so narrow, that by the time you put the plates down, there is only a tiny strip of table down the center. There is not any room for serving bowls full of food, pitchers of water, or baskets of rolls. And I have to get really creative when it comes to any kind of table top decor.

I have teamed up again with Better Homes And Gardens at Walmart to share my Fall tablescape.

fall tablescape BHG

Here are a few tips for creating a simple and inexpensive tablescape.

#1 Shop Your House

Use what you already have. Look around your house and find candlesticks, bowls, baskets, or even books. It is just temporary and then you can put them back where you borrowed them. I re-used these DIY candlesticks I made last year.

table setting fall

 

Tip #2 Bring The Outdoors In

Gather items from your own backyard, or a nearby park. Natural elements add color and texture. Whether it is acorns, pinecones, twigs, or leaves, it will add that extra touch your table needs. And best of all, it is free!

I went around my yard collecting leaves. When I came inside they were all stacked together in the order I had picked them. It looked like a rainbow! It gave me the idea to lay them down in that way on the table.

fall table setting

Tip #3 Personalize It

Add simple name tags! I used these gift tags I had left over from last year. You could even simply write their name on a paper in your best handwriting. It is all about the little details. And it shows your guests you went the extra mile.

fall bhg table setting

 

Tip#4 Splurge On One Item

If you are going to splurge, pick one item to buy new. I have used my current dishes for a long time and I really wanted something fresh. I decided that the one new thing I would buy would be some new dinner plates. I am not sure if you can even call these a splurge since all 6 plates cost less than $24, but I fell in love with the design and needed them :) They are from the Better Homes And Gardens collection at Walmart.

I used the smaller plates from my dishes I already had. I thought they paired well together. I think next year I will add a colorful plate on top for even more color!

better homes and gardens plates

 

 

BHG plates

 (source: Walmart)

 

Getting your table ready for guests this Holiday season shouldn’t be expensive or stressful. A few simple steps is all it takes. What are your favorite things to use when decorating a table?

table setting fall

 

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*I was compensated by Better Homes and Gardens at Walmart for this post but the ideas, pictures, and thoughts are all mine.

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  1. Debbie says

    November 10, 2014 at 5:04 am

    Beautiful! I love shopping my house :) everything looks great!
    Debbie

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  2. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    November 10, 2014 at 7:07 am

    It’s beautiful. Love those gorgeous plates and your place setting tags are such a clever idea.

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  3. Taryn @ Design, Dining and Diapers says

    November 10, 2014 at 9:09 am

    So simple and sweet, Stacy! I love those plates!

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  4. Anna says

    November 10, 2014 at 9:24 am

    It’s so pretty Stacy! I love how simple and beautiful it is. :) I also love those dishes, I’ll have to check those out!

    Anna

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  5. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    November 10, 2014 at 11:08 am

    Great tips! I LOVE the rainbow effect with the leaves. Those plates are gorgeous!! I prefer white plates b/c I can mix and match them with different serving pieces. Your tablescape looks great. :)

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  6. kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says

    November 10, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    Super sweet…love your placecards on the napkins! So clever!

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  7. Julie Blanner says

    November 10, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    Your ombre leaf table runner is brilliant, Stacy!

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  8. Chris @ Celebrations At Home says

    November 10, 2014 at 2:07 pm

    Such a lovely table. I love the white dishes against the dark wood of the table.

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  9. Linda Smith says

    November 10, 2014 at 5:45 pm

    love this!! such great tips!

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  10. Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

    November 10, 2014 at 8:00 pm

    Your tablescape is beautiful! I love that Walmart has started to carry such pretty things. I’ll definitely have to stop in and check out the BHG line!

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  11. amy says

    November 11, 2014 at 7:13 am

    So simple and beautiful at the same time! Thanks for the tips!

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  12. Shannah @ Just Us Four says

    November 11, 2014 at 7:53 am

    Such a gorgeous table. Great tips too.

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  13. Amy Anderson says

    November 12, 2014 at 8:29 pm

    This is so beautiful! I love your tips!

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  14. Heather W says

    November 12, 2014 at 9:15 pm

    I am in love with your rainbow leaves :) What a pretty table!

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  15. Katherines Corner says

    November 13, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    beautiful. A lovely way to set a holiday table. Hugs!

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  16. Kate Melvin says

    November 13, 2014 at 11:19 pm

    This looks gorgeous! Two years ago, I “shopped my house” and decided to make custom place mats for all of our guests. It took a little work, but totally worth it when everyone came to sit at the table.

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  17. Angie @ CCC says

    November 14, 2014 at 9:51 am

    Love this Stacy! Great post!

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  18. Paloma León says

    November 17, 2014 at 3:06 am

    Wow, what a wonderful idea! I love the tables decor!

    xx

    Reply
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