Tablescaping is an art form—here's how to master it
From the return of the table cloth to the deliberate mismatching of plates, this is how to dress a table For easter
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Owing to the fact we’ve been unable to dine out in our favourite restaurants for some time, it seems many of us have been making the extra effort when it comes to dining in. As such, table dressing, or tablescaping as its now widely known, has become less of an inconvenience, and more of a therapeutic pastime. Barely a day goes by when we don’t spot a gorgeously-curated set up on social media, so we decided to follow suit.
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Grounding the art form is the humble tablecloth, which made its quaint return to our dining set-ups last year. Use yours as your base to create an eclectic setting, and to help set your overall theme. The desired effect being a multi-layered look with placemats, ceramics in pretty pastel and rich glazes, and napkins layered on top of one another.
Image: Truffle Tablescapes
Glassware has taken a rainbow turn, too, with coloured goblets and bottles. Taper candles are also proving popular, with Fairholme and Ester and Erik’s offerings dominating the Instagram ether. And, as a footnote for when you’re hosting others, why complete the fancy affair with a menu to adorn the centre of your plates with? Papier has plenty of stylish menu options to choose from. Then, add a final flourish with mismatching jars and vases of differing heights and sizes with stems of spring flowers.
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And if it stays mild and dry, how about taking the table outside? Light a fire pit and bring out the blankets to stave of the spring chill, add fairy lights and perhaps a glass or two of something pink - all makes for a very lovely Easter indeed.
Image: Amanda Farnese Heath