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    Home » Holiday Decorating and Entertaining

    Sweet Spring and Easter Table Decorating Ideas

    Published: Mar 25, 2024 · Author: Tiffany Aasted · This post may contain affiliate links

    These sweet spring and Easter table decorating ideas will inspire your tablescape, whether you’re planning a delectable Easter brunch or lovely family dinner.

    Your home is sure to be inviting with a spring table set for the family. This spring table setting comes together by layering soft table linens with pretty table decor, some of which you may already have around your home.

    Prepare to set the table for family and friends as you get ready to host and decorate a spring Easter tablescape.

    dining table decorated with spring pastel decor

    There is something about welcoming the new spring season with a delicious brunch or light, yet hearty dinner. Perhaps it's the hope it ushers in that we’ll soon bask in the warm glow of sunshine.

    On Easter, I prefer to host a family brunch. We love a local breakfast restaurant that has the best hash West of the Mississippi! We could easily make brunch ourselves, and we do, but special occasions call for special treats.

    Our family’s scalloped potatoes recipe is our go-to family dinner meal around Easter. We add chunks of ham to make it thematic to the holiday.

    Scalloped potatoes served on a white porcelain oval serving platter

    Before this, I had never set a formal table that I can recall. Honestly, it sounded exhausting. I was determined to make my simple, pastel Easter tablescape idea come to life! I used to plan events in the early days of my corporate career, so I knew I could pull it off. And I am so glad I did! Now, I want to style pretty tablescapes all the time!

    napkin with pink ribbon napkin ring on white porcelain dinnerware

    Decorating a Table for Spring

    Layering blush pinks with soft, warm whites is my idea of a calming spring table. I didn’t want it to look like every other tablescape out there. I wanted to show little unexpected moments that are easily replicable in your own home.

    To make your sweet Easter tablescape, keep in a mind a few spring table decorating ideas.

    Use Natural Materials for Table Linens

    Natural materials, such as cotton and linen, set the foundation for a lovely spring tablescape. You don’t have to worry about scratchy fabrics if you stick to the basics.

    I found a lovely blush pink 100% cotton tablecloth at HomeGoods by a brand called Thyme & Sage.

    Since you can’t shop HomeGoods online, a rose linen tablecloth or this soft pink cotton-linen blend tablecloth are very similar. White hemstitch placemats are a nice traditional touch, paired with white cotton fringe napkins that have a charming stitch inlay detail.

    spring flower table centerpiece

    Rattan or jute round placemats would add warmth as well as texture. It’s on my list to try for an upcoming holiday.

    Get Creative with Napkin Rings

    Napkin rings come in different styles, materials and sizes. I’ve seen bunny burlap bunny ears, brass leaves and stoneware napkin rings.

    You can also easily DIY napkin rings with fabric or ribbon, as I did with ⅜ inch pink satin ribbon tied in a delicate bow.

    napkin with pink ribbon napkin ring on white porcelain dinnerware

    Do you just love how the ribbon drapes gently around the pretty napkin? Such a sweet moment.

    Add Candles for Mood Lighting

    Is an Easter tablescape complete without candles? I prefer taper candles over pillar candles, but either will set the mood.

    If you don’t know how many candles to include as part of your table styling, consider adhering to the rule of three and stick with odd numbers (i.e., 3, 5, 7).

    You can see I used three pink taper candles set in gorgeous warm white ceramic candlestick holders (two small, one large). Because we have a small table, three felt balanced while slightly imperfect to place two candles on one side of the centerpiece and one on the other.

    blush pink taper candles in white ceramic holders
    table setting with a flower centerpiece
    table setting decorated for spring

    For larger tables, use a few more candles, sticking to odd numbers.

    Maybe next time I will mix ceramic candle holders with brass. Oh, how pretty that would be!

    Bring Greenery in with a Table Centerpiece

    Spring is the season of blossoming flowers and budding trees. It’s only natural to bring life into a spring tablescape in the form of flowers—real or faux.

    spring flower table centerpiece

    Maybe you have a green thumb, but I can’t keep a plant alive. I also didn’t have any fresh flowers on hand. Instead, I used realistic looking faux snowball viburnum hydrangeas in white and green. Afloral is the leader in faux florals, but the hydrangeas I found are equally as realistic in appearance and touch while being more budget friendly.

    table setting with a flower centerpiece

    A muted pastel pink round glass vase set atop what can only be described as the most delightful white round wood trivet the world has ever seen, completes the arrangement. The mix of modern and traditional gets me every time!

    pink glass vase with flowers on a set table

    The trivet is made from reclaimed wood in Hungary that adds a bit of texture to the table. 

    EtuHOME makes beautifully functional kitchen accessories. Aside from the trivet, a white farmtable plank would look lovely as a longer centerpiece with either small bites or flowers placed on top.

    Pretty Spring and Easter Table Setting

    Special occasions, like Easter, other holidays or the arrival of spring, call for bringing out the best dinnerware, crystal and flatware you have. Setting a formal table is both exciting as well as induces a little anxiety.

    Truth be told, I had to refer to Martha Stewart for the proper place setting, as I can never recall which way the knife faces. Seeing it now, I won't forget it, since the knife is properly positioned to pick it up to use it.

    easter table decorated in pastels

    Stacking a salad plate on top of the dinner plate readies the table for courses of the delectable meal to come. You can, of course, include a bowl if that is part of your meal plan.

    Many tablescapes you’ve seen most likely incorporate colorful painted pattern dinnerware, with bunnies being ever popular at Easter meals. I won’t buy painted patterns or colorful dinnerware, as I love the way food looks on white porcelain; simple, yet beautiful.

    We have high-fired French white porcelain dinnerware that we use every day. 

    table setting with a flower centerpiece

    Once a beautiful cloth napkin is placed on top of the plates it’s just a divine scene! I adore how ribbon used as a napkin ring makes it feel special while giving the tablescape a whimsical approachability. It’s not a stuffy table setting by any means.

    napkin with pink ribbon napkin ring on white porcelain dinnerware

    Perfectly imperfect is the look you see here.

    Napkin Folding Idea

    You can fold a napkin whatever way you like, though I prefer a less formal presentation. Here’s how to casually fold a napkin:

    1. Grab the napkin at the middle.
    2. Shake it gently in a downward motion.
    3. Gather the fabric about three quarters down to create a triangle-like shape at the top.
    4. Place the napkin ring (ribbon bow in this case) on the napkin.
    5. Arrange the fabric to your liking, such as fanning out the ends.

    For a bit of sparkle, cut crystal double old-fashioned glasses take the place of traditional water goblets. Wine glasses pair nicely on the table.

    napkin on white porcelain dinnerware

    Are you a gold flatware family or traditional stainless/silver? A future tablescape may feature gold toned flatware. Stay tuned! A brassy gold tone would lend additional warmth, not that this setup needs it.

    If you could be in this room! The spring table setting gives off a wonderfully soft pink glow.

    napkin with pink ribbon napkin ring on white porcelain dinnerware

    Serveware Ideas for an Easter Table

    Whether you prefer an uncluttered table or the convenience of having various condiments at arms reach, everyone has a different idea of what to keep at the table.

    At our home, what we have at the table depends on the occasion. If space allows, it’s our preference to have things like butter and syrup at the table for guests to enjoy.

    easter table decorated in pastels

    Traditional serveware for an Easter table setting may include:

    • Butter dish with a butter knife
    • Jam jar filled with your favorite flavored topping
    • Cute syrup dispenser
    • Honey pot with honey dipper
    • Cream and sugar set for coffee and tea
    • Platter of small bites or appetizers

    Mixing shapes, colors and materials creates more of a lived-in, curated tablescape. Of course, matching serveware looks just as beautiful.

    napkin with pink ribbon napkin ring on white porcelain dinnerware

    Centerpiece Ideas for an Easter Spring Table

    Table centerpieces set the stage for what’s to come. It’s also just nice to dress up an otherwise everyday dining table.

    I know, it sounds dramatic, but it’s true. Try it yourself. Set something—anything decorative—in the middle of your dining table. Does the whole room suddenly feel even the slightest bit different? Not fancy, per se, but anticipatory? A feeling that something special is about to happen?

    You really can’t go wrong with a table centerpiece of fluffy flowers, sprigs of greenery and a pretty vase.

    table setting with a flower centerpiece

    Larger tables may require more than one centerpiece to balance the longer span.

    For instance, a doubled-up chiffon fabric table runner spanning over the length of the table, complete with tiny fairy lights tucked into the fabric. Another idea is three small glass vases with peonies and baby’s breath spread out across the length of the table.

    I’ve also seen a long dough bowl filled with dark green moss as a centerpiece on a table seating eight or more.

    table setting with a flower centerpiece

    I can’t wait to try out all the ideas I have for a Christmas tablescape! But that is for another post.

    What will you do to make your own centerpiece special?

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