Holiday tablescapes are beautiful to look at and can be pricey.  However, once you know how a tablescape is achieved you can create a beautiful holiday tablescape on a budget.

WHAT IS A TABLESCAPE


A tablescape is a creative arrangement of items gathered and placed on top of the table. It simply is a term used to describe the combination of table centerpieces and the table setting.  

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN A TABLESCAPE

•  A tablecloth, runner, or place mats
•  Plates, bowls, and other necessary dinnerware
•  Stemware
•  Utensils
•  Napkins
•  A centerpiece
  

To take your tablescape to the next level you can add these additional items such as:

• Candles (gotten at dollar store)
• Chargers (these can be brought at the dollar store)
• Name tags (these can be handmade)
• Napkin rings (these can be gotten at any discount store, or handmade) 
• Other decorations

 
If on a budget I strongly suggest that you look around your house before purchasing anything. In fact, If you decorated for fall you probably can move the decorations around to borrow for your holiday tablescape. 

CENTERPIECES

A centerpiece is a must to bring the design of your table settings together.  Centerpieces should be made and brought at the dollar store and discount stores.  You can also repurpose items from around your house (this is preferred).

 

Centerpieces can have candle holders, dough bowls, ribbons, copper accents, flowers, velvet pumpkins, and other fall decor pieces.

 

 

  

 

 

HOW TO CREATE A HOLIDAY TABLESCAPE

Choose a color scheme
 

Choosing a color scheme for your tablescape is very important.  The color scheme should not be too matchy-matchy, but you want colors that complement each other.
 

Table runner

A tablecloth or a table runner is important in my opinion.  Although, if you're creating a holiday tablescape on a budget, a table runner is the best solution.
 

Layers

To achieve a layered look, set the table using your dishes, glasses, and utensils using the rules of etiquette.  Don't be afraid to mix dishes and napkins.  This sometimes brings character to your table.  
 

Add height

Your glasses will give some height, but use your centerpiece for height as well.  Keep in mind that candles can also give height.  Candles are a popular feature in tablescapes.

 

HOW TO CREATE A TABLESCAPE ON A BUDGET
 
1. The first rule of setting a tablescape is to repurpose items from your house. This is a major money saver.
 
2. The tablecloth is another means of saving money.  If you're trying to save a tablecloth is not recommended.  Use a table runner instead.

3. Table runners can be brought cheaply or made.  Make a table runner out of tablemats lined together. Hide the edges under the centerpiece.  You can also
use a scarf, or throw or buy a piece of fabric to use as a centerpiece.

4. Most of the things you need to achieve an amazing tablescape can be brought at the dollar store or discount stores

5. Be creative and create your own centerpiece.  

• Some ideas for your centerpiece.
• Using garland with candles can make an amazing budget-friendly combination.
• Fill a dough bowl with pumpkins.
• Vase of flowers
• Use small lanterns as an alternative to candle holders
• Unique object (this may be from an antique store or passed down from a relative)

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