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Welcome to Adorn the Table
This site is dedicated to helping you create low-cost table settings that will impress yourself, your friends, and your family. Adorn the Table is a place where you can find inspiration and easy DIY projects for your next gathering that will create lasting memories.
Your tablescape doesn’t need to be perfect. You just need to be proud of yourself, for doing it yourself.
Hi, I’m glad you are here.
I hope to inspire you to create a welcoming, budget-friendly, table setting for your next gathering.
I believe that every table can be adorned on a budget and easily changed to suit your mood. I love ALL table linens and crafts, and own SO many tablecloths (I could never own too many, haha).
I would love for you to join me in setting a beautiful table on a budget.
~Nicole
Latest Table Setting & DIY Ideas
Spider Halloween Table Setting: Black & White
Are you looking for a quick Halloween tablescape? This creepy spider Halloween table setting is SUPER quick and easy to recreate. I wanted to set a unique Halloween tablescape. One that isn’t orange and black, or covered in carved pumpkins, blood, or scary stuff. I wanted something totally different. I wanted the opposite of your…
5 Unique Ideas for Using a Punch Bowl that Don’t Include Punch
Are you looking for unique ideas for using a punch bowl that don’t include punch? Have you inherited a punch bowl, or do you have one collecting dust (pushed in the way, way, back of a closet or cupboard), or are you wondering if you should get one? Punch bowls are kinda a thing of…
Halloween Spider Centerpiece DIY
I’m not sure why, but I’ve had this idea for a Halloween spider centerpiece diy for quite some time. It’s a little different than your typical diy Halloween centerpiece. It isn’t spooky, black, or scary. There aren’t ghosts, witches, ghouls, or other ominous elements. But I do think it’s a little creepy. It’s the spiders….
How to Get Rid of Black Marks on Dishes
Grr!! Are you wondering how to get rid of black marks on dishes? At first you don’t notice them. Then you take out a plate and see all these grey lines. What in the heck are those and when did that happen?! I totally get it! You feel as if your dishes are ruined. But…
DIY Spider Napkin Rings
The only reason for me to diy spider napkin rings is for a Halloween table setting, lol! I see no other reason for there to be spiders in my home, let alone on my table. In fact, making these easy Halloween napkin rings gave me the heebie jeebies, just working with fake spiders. I know…
How to Create a Fabulous Quick Table Setting in Minutes
Are you super busy and want to create a fabulous quick table setting in minutes? Something that you don’t need to take a lot of time planning. That you can whip out and will impress your guests? I think so many people find setting an attractive table to be intimidating. But it shouldn’t be. I…
Ode to 1970’s Vintage Fall Tablescape
I had to create this ode to 1970’s vintage Fall tablescape, because of these dishes. Don’t they just scream 1970! They were left over from an estate sale, so I got them for FREE! Now, they aren’t my style. At all! But, it’s impossible for me to walk away from free dishes. So when I…
Fall Wreath Centerpiece DIY
You can create this easy Fall wreath centerpiece diy project in less than 10 minutes. Yep! It’s a fantastic quick and easy Fall wreath centerpiece. Perfect to have on your dining table every day, or for when a nice dinner you’re having guests over. The best part about this diy Fall centerpiece ~ you don’t…
How to Clean & Polish Brass
Did you find some old tarnished brass pieces and now want to know how to clean and polish brass? Honestly, I’ve not been much of a brass person. I’ve always been drawn to silver. But recently I’ve been finding cute brass pieces at estate sales, and I can’t help myself from snatching them up. Since…
Cozy Fall Table Setting: Navy & Tan
Sometimes a simple cozy Fall table setting is best. Especially when you want something that represents Fall, but isn’t “in your face” about it. You know those table settings. The ones that are all yellow, orange, and red, with pumpkins galore. They scream I’M A FALL TABLE! Now, don’t get me wrong. I love those…
Tabletop Trends for Fall ’22
Fall officially starts September 22nd this year. So what better way to kick off the month of September than to share the tabletop trends for Fall ’22? What will you see out and about when shopping this year? What trends do you want to jump on board with, and which ones will you pass on?…
Easy No Sew DIY Drop Cloth Napkins
Careful. You’re gonna be addicted to making these easy no sew diy drop cloth napkins. So much that they just might become Christmas presents for friends and family. Seriously, they’re super easy and cheap to make. Drop cloth painters canvas is awesome to use as napkins. You’ll be surprised at how soft the fabric is….
Drop Cloth to Tablecloth DIY
When you’re in a pinch, make this drop cloth to tablecloth diy project. I’ve been wanting to make a drop cloth tablecloth for a LONG TIME. But, none of the table settings I was working on seemed appropriate to use a tablecloth made from a drop cloth. Painter’s drop cloths have a rustic look about…
Pretty Grandmillennial Table Setting
I absolutely LOVE this pretty Grandmillennial table setting! It’s just so bright and fun!! Are you familiar with Grandmillennial design? It’s fairly new. I liken it to granny chic meets millennials. Millennials are embracing their family’s heirlooms and antiques and adding their own style to them. So instead of matching furniture pieces, they mix them…
Simple Cocktail Making Station
When entertaining guests, it’s a good idea to have a simple cocktail making station available. A place where guests can be their own bartender. Now ~ I’m not talking about a fully stocked bar or a general drink station. I’m talking about a simple setup with just a few spirits and mixers so your guests…
~ Free ~ 12 Alternatives to Using a Tablecloth
Grab this unique list and keep it as a reference when planning your next gathering. Then continue to learn about new table settings and DIY projects.