Marina Klima Goldberg shares her spring decorating ideas about the art of using pastels in small portions. She gives examples of using different variations of table settings for a casual and comfortable entertaining. Read more: https://www.mydecoratingtips.com/2018/03/27/she-wanted-spring-decorating-ideas-free-gifts-from-hostess/

1. SheWanted Spring Decorating Ideas. Not All Pastels,
Please
CREATED BY:
MARINA KLIMAGOLDBERG

2. SheWanted Spring Decorating Ideas. Not All
Pastels, Please
One of my dear readers asked me to give her tips and spring decorating ideas that would not be
all pastels. Some pastels are fine, but not all so sugary sweet. I have to admit that if you use
pastels in small portions they won’t make you nauseous. In fact, some of the best fashion and
design industries’ pros mastered the pastels trend to make sure that it is no longer just for bridal
showers or a girls’ bedrooms. I admire their ability to place a perfect blush color sofa within a
rather brutalists’ environment or a whimsical light blue chandelier in a formal dining room. But I
will cover the pastel trend in my upcoming posts.Today let’s talk about spring decorating ideas
for a table setting.
Here are some tips for making pastels look quite grown up. In this post, I will show you examples
of mixing dark or neutral colors with fresh and festive pastels. I focused on a more casual table
setting. After all, most of us have a simplified lifestyle, especially in spring and summer. If you use
stoneware, nice napkins and placemats you can skip tablecloth.

3. Depending on your decorating style, you can be more modern or traditional in
your approach.
• Add a burlap ribbon for a more rustic look.
• Limit the number of folds and accents for a minimalistic look.
• Place fun cups for a quirky statement.
• Get colorful silverware for originality.
• Use all white flowers with colorful plates.
Let’s talk about components for your spring tablescape.

4. Spring Decorating Ideas for Dishes and Linens
You don’t have to choose everything pink and rosy to proclaim that spring is finally here! Mixing
colors and adding some simple details will always make your holiday table look unique.
Dark or Neutral Dinnerware + Pastel
Linens Mood Board
For a rustic or casual look, I like to use linen
napkins with stoneware dishes without a
tablecloth. I arrange the napkins so that they
are long instead of folding. Add a burlap
ribbon and place it under the dinnerware to
complete the table setting. If you noticed the
ribbon above has a pink edge which picks
from the napkin.

5. Pastel Dinnerware + Dark or Neutral Linens Mood Board
Many people prefer light color for dishes and dinnerware. If pastels are not something you like,
consider mid-tones, such as light gray, purple or blue. For a more classic look use neutral or
color for linens or tablecloth.

6. Gray, Black, White, and Rose Table Setting Mood Board
If you love black, white and gray playing with rose or blush napkins can be fun. Place white
flowers in glass containers for a lighter look. Add splashes of color with paper bunnies as a
hostess gift, and you are all set.

7. Spring Decorating Ideas for Flowers, Wall Decor, and Desert
Once your linens, dinnerware, and glasses are set, bring in some the flowers. If your linens are
bright, go for more greenery and pale or white flowers. If your linens are dark or neutral, go for
brighter colors. I like to use clear glass vases or simple containers.I arrange flowers making sure
that they aren’t too tall so that my guests can see each other across the table.

8. Simple Cake
You don’t have to spend all day on baking a complex cake.Your guests will be happy with a simple
cake that is handmade and decorated with your special touch.
I can’t wait to see your spring tablescapes! Share the joy of the holidays with your family and
friends and post some pictures on my blog. I can hardly wait to see them!