Fun And Festive Tablescapes

Here are six tips for creating fun & festive tablescapes this summer:

1. Patterned pieces. As pretty on the inside as they are on the outside. Patterned pieces make emptying a cup or bowl twice as nice.
2. Patterns & white. Show off brightly colored or richly patterned accents against simple white stoneware.
3. Glassware makeover. Not ready to update your dishes? Splurge on new glassware for a quick style infusion.
4. Accent dishes. Spice up your existing settings with special accent dishes, such as an exotic olive plate.
5. Dress it up with a tablerunner. No need for a new tablecloth—a runner is an easy way to dress your table up or down.
6. Gold flatware. Gold flatware makes every meal special, from casual lunch to an evening occasion.