Decorate your dining table

Give your gloomy corners and tables a makeover from boring to beautiful.

Modernization has bought about more innovative way of decorating the interior of a room, or a table etc. Decorating the dining table is a part of everyday décor. One can use myriad things to create table decorations that both unique and lovely thus making the atmosphere more pleasing to your eye. The errand lies in just finding the right colour scheme, right table accessories and ofcourse, an attractive table management. Dress up your table in an elegant way. Always try to decorate your dining table in a way that every guest gets stuck into the beauty of this dining table. It reflects your personality as well as your life style. Dining table decorations not only changes your entire decoration but also protects your furniture from the stain of food and water. You have many opitions for dining table decorations.

Create a feast not just for the tummy, but the eyes too, with luxury table linens, tabletop accessories, decorative napkins rings, candle stands to make your dining table look impressive. For any occasion design a colourful setting that will make it impress your guests with luxurious accessories.

Here is a list of simple tips to decorate your dining table –

1) The easiest way to add style to your dining table is to add a tablecloth. Some tablecloths are very expensive, but it is not that difficult to find inexpensive ones at discount or departmental stores. You may also buy a fabric and stitch your customized table cloth. The fabric of the table cloth shall decide the style for the table. If you desire something simple and lustrous then go for plain colored fabrics. For special occasions, invest in silk, organza or organdy table cloths. Prints and designs are perfect for daily use.

2) If you have a glass table top then, never cover it up with a tablecloth. Instead use table mats. Table mats are available in an array of materials, designs and styles. For daily use, plastic tablemats are the best option as they are easy to clean. For special occasions, you may use cotton, jute or linen.

3) Explore the nature for decorating items for your dining table as they are free of cost. A vase of fresh picked flowers not only smell good but also attracts attention as a centerpiece. A bowl filled with dried flowers and pinecones also look exquisite.

4) You may also place a glass bowl in the center of the table, place some rocks at the bottom, fill it up with water and float some leaves and flowers. Alternatively, fruits such as apples, lemons and lime placed in a bowl also look attractive.

5) Another creative idea to a romantic touch to the dining table is to place candles on the dining table. Place the center candles few inches below the eye level. For informal dining, use short pillar candles and for an elegant and formal dining, use tall tapering candles. You may also float candles in a bowl and decorate it as a center piece.

 By Clara Fernandes
 Email Id : clara_fernandes08@yahoo.com