Follow these simple summer tablescape ideas to put together the perfect summer tablescape! Easy ideas that can be applied to any party, picnic, or gathering!
10 Minute Decorating Ideas for Summer
Welcome to the summer edition of 10 Minute Decorating! Today we’ll all be sharing some simple outdoor decorating ideas that reflect that more relaxed summer vibe that I love. You can find all of the beautiful projects from my blogging friends at the end of this post. They’re all quick, easy, and add that pretty summer touch! But first, some simple summer tablescape ideas from me!
How to Put Together the Perfect Summer Tablescape
Summer is my absolute FAVORITE season of the year! I look forward to it all year. The weather, the more laid back schedules, the fresh fruits and veggies, evenings on the backyard patio – I love it all! {well… except the mosquitos!}. We also love BBQing and having our meals outdoors. Our patio is east facing so I can get some morning sun while having my breakfast and enjoy the cooler shade once the later afternoon hits.
I really enjoy putting tablescapes together so I thought I’d share my tips to create a pretty summer tablescape in no time. Easy-peasy!
Pick a Color Scheme.
I went with a blue, green, and yellow color combo. The blue was picked up from the rest of the patio, the green tied in to all of the beautiful greenery around us, and the yellow added a little extra pop of color.
Shop Your Home.
Take a look around your home and gather up any items that fit with your color scheme. Don’t be afraid to mix things up patterns and textures. I only had 4 plates and 4 napkins of the same pattern but was looking for a table setting of 6. It’s an easy fix though – just alternate the patterns and switch the napkin placement so it looks intentional. I actually really like the variation!
Create a pretty flower arrangement.
Flower arrangements don’t have to be expensive or elaborate to make an impact. I separated this inexpensive flower bouquet from our local grocery store into two mason jars and added some extra greenery from our yard to fill things in.
To dress up the mason jars a bit, I added some sliced lemons and limes to cover up the stems. It’s super simple but I love the look! Once you’ve finished your dinner party, rinse the stems and transfer them to a regular vase with water. Save the sliced citrus and use it to clean your microwave and garbage disposal after clean-up.
Add some lighting.
Add some candles, twinkle lights, or string lights to your table or eating area. We have some solar twinkle lights that hang from our umbrella when it gets dark and I added a couple of candles as well. It’s not particularly dramatic during the daylight but looks so pretty as the sun starts to go down. I’m going to be doing a little night tour of our patio next week so you’ll get a better idea then. 🙂
Dress up the Table with Drinks.
Make some fruit infused water with some co-ordinating colors. They’re lots of fun to play around with and taste really good!
You can also purchase some drink cans for a functional {and delicious!} pop of color. I picked up these lemon drinks because I loved the packaging and was happy that they tasted as good as they looked!
So are you ready to get decorating those outdoor tables? If you don’t have a patio, you can always just move the part indoors. Just have some fun with it and see what you can come up with. I hope you enjoyed these summer tablescape ideas!
More Summer Decorating Ideas
Before you go, be sure to check out these other sweet summer decorating ideas. You only need 10 minutes!
Farmhouse Summer Porch /How to Paint a Lamp
Rope Knot Napkin Rings / Easy Outdoor Curtain Rods
For more summer decor ideas, you may also like these posts…
Simple Ways to Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal
How to Create a Backyard Retreat
Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
SUCH a beautiful tablescape Jennifer! I love the fresh pops of colour!
Thanks Kristi! I love summer decorating!
Jenn, this stops me in my tracks! Beautiful and so inviting! Your photography is gorgeous! xo
Awe… thanks so much Kendra!
Love that tablescape. And the pops of blue, yellow and lime. Very fresh!
My favorite summer colors! Thanks so much for dropping in! xo
So pretty – love those blues and your dining chairs! 🙂
Thanks Heather! Those chairs are so comfy!
That’s a beautiful tablescape! I love the idea of lemon slices in vases.
Thanks Andrea! IT’s a great way to use up older lemons!
A very nice table and, of course, I love the colours.
Thanks so much Barbara!
Great tablescape! I love your colors. There is something about blue and white that is just so classic. I don’t think it will ever go out of style. Lemon/lime add such a nice touch! I love what you did there. Glad I found your site through the linky party:)
Thank-you! I totally agree with you on the blue and white!
Very lovely dining table,your lemon water and blueberries looks so refreshing I just love blueberries in my drinks. My patio faces east also so nice to sit out there in early morning with my coffee, listening to my small waterfall I made, very soothing Before the morning hustle starts. Also enjoy watching the Baltimore Orioles and the birds that gather in the morning. Keep up the good work love your blogs. Lynn🐝
Thanks so much Lynn! I love the sound of water too – I bet your little waterfall is perfect!
I love the crisp blue and white…..so fresh and summery! Great work1
Karin
Thanks so much Karin!
I LOVE blue and white plates, and I love the splashes of yellow with the lemonade and the flowers. Beautiful!
Thanks for sharing.
Love this. The blue color is gorgeous and I love the flower idea of putting lemons and limes. So clever. Definitely trying this.
So relaxing and I love the pops of blue and green in your tablescape, Jenn! Lovely! Featuring at this week’s Share Your Style #209, thanks!
Blessings to you,
Barb 🙂
Such a lovely summer table setting, Jenn! Love the blues/greens/whites/yellows! Congrats on your feature at Thursday Fave Things! Would love to have you join us at the newest party on the block… Tuesday Turn About. We start this coming Tuesday, at 5pm CST! Hope to see you there!
The mix of blue and yellow definitely looks fresh. Perfect setting colors for spring/summer.