Your Guide to Simple Table Decorations for Any Event

Decorating for events depends on the type of event you are throwing, but regardless of what your celebrating, these simple table decorations will elevate your party.

If you are hosting an event, then there will likely be some level of decorating that needs to take place. For some this may include balloons, displays, or other focal points, such as elegantly draped fabric in an event tent. But, the single, must-have item that is you always need (well, if your event involves tables) is table decorations.

After all, no one wants a plain table.

Sure, tables are meant for eating, but that doesn’t mean they can’t look beautiful. Without table decorations, having large furniture with empty surfaces can make the entire place look drab and void.

Don’t let everyone down for your next event. Instead, brighten up your tables with table decorations. And, no need to worry. Sophisticated décor is not required.

All you need are a few simple table decorations to make your event shine with pizazz.

 

To Flower or Not to Flower?

That’s a question we want to answer for you. There is a good chance that when you hear the words table centerpiece you likely think of flowers. And, why wouldn’t you? Flowers are a classic way to create some of the most magnificent centerpieces and/or table decorations in general.

Here’s the important part: flowers are not the only way to a great centerpiece.

As we move forward with your guide to simple table decorations, it is important for you to know that you can absolutely use flowers, but there are so many other ideas, too.

Approach decorating with an open mind.

 

Table Decorations for Company or Business Events

Whether you are hosting an event for your employees or you are hosting an event for the industry, you need table decorations that speak your lingo. They need to represent your company, whether they have your company name and logo on them or not.

Of course, this will be based on your own brand, but here are a few simple ideas for you:

• Balloons are a great – and simple – way to handle table decorations at business events. These balloons can be branded with your company name, single words that are relative to your company, or plain. You may even want to consider balloons of various shapes, such as stars. Or, using plain balloons of different sizes to create a floating abstract piece of balloon art.
• “Getting to know you” cards that can be placed around the table. This can lead to some fun between co-workers and help with team building.
• Practice tablescaping by using the table itself as the decoration – without focusing on any centerpiece. Mix and match tablecloths, perhaps matching company colors, or simply make a bold statement with their design.

 

Simple Table Decorations for Wedding Receptions

If it is your wedding that you are seeking decorations for, then your ideas are endless. And this is what is important to know: you do not need to spend a lot of time and money creating table decorations for an elegant wedding.

Believe it or not, even the most simplistic decorations can leave the most lasting impression.

Here are a few ideas:

• Use greenery. Not flowers, necessarily, but greenery. Simple plants in decorated (or plain) planters will add some beautiful color to your tables – especially if you have a tented outdoor wedding.
• Decorative bottles, whether empty, filled with something colorful or painted in a way that fits the décor.
• Wooden branches with hanging photos of the couple or with quotes about love. If you plan in advance, ask guests to RSVP with a special quote for the couple and decorate the tables with a mixture of these quotes and photos.

 

Simple Table Decorations for Baby Showers

Baby showers are fun and full of laughs. And, when it comes to table decorations, you can either go with the general pink or blue, have a variety of colors, or follow a particular theme.

Use the centerpiece in part of the baby shower games or try one of these ideas for your next baby shower centerpiece:

• Rubber Duckies? Fill small, fishbowl-type bowls with blue glass pebbles at the bottom (to mimic water). Then, place a small rubber duckie on top. You can put several of these on the table
• Place a toy dump truck in the middle of the table. Fill the back of the truck with goodies that your guests will enjoy munching on.
• Use bright balloons in rainbow colors to create a rainbow balloon bouquet. Put a layer of cotton in the middle of the table (under the balloons) to get the full clouds and rainbow effect.

 

Decorations for Birthday Parties or Other General Celebrations

Birthday parties and other general celebrations are meant to be fun and memorable – no matter what or who you are celebrating.

Keep your guests entertained and joyful with these simple table centerpieces. And hey – who said table decorations were just for show?

• Games can keep your guests occupied. Use travel versions of your favorite games as the table centerpieces. Just make sure to put more than one at each table so all guests have a turn.
• Paint a hula hoop to match your décor and suspend it from the tent’s ceiling. You may want to add streamers or balloons to the hula hoop.
• Add a serving tray with various bottled or canned beverages. Have an ice bucket with serving utensil readily available, too. This is both a unique yet useful centerpiece idea.
• Make it a tropical celebration by using a pineapple for a vase. Add bright, vibrant flowers (we know, flowers) is definitely a perfect touch. This is great for outdoor parties and festivities.

 

Conclusion

There is no rule when it comes to table decorations.

You can get as creative as you want – and use the most unique items when doing so. Your centerpiece could even be incorporated into the theme of the event –or the event itself.

Remember, table decorations are a way for you to add your personal touch – and reach your guests at a closer level. As they sit the table you have designed for them, they should view your piece with awe or joy.

Then, you know you chose it well.

 

 

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