Easy Summer Table Decorations: Impressive Budget Ideas
Beat the heat by planning a summer dinner party. But if you don’t want to spend a fortune on decoration, we’ve got you covered! Let me show you how to create easy, stunning summer table decorations without breaking the bank. The summer tableware ideas will wow your guests with impressive creative ideas.
I’ve set my table in the greenhouse, but it would work equally well indoors and outdoors.
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Pinterest Challenge
Today’s Summer Table Decoration Ideas are part of a monthly Pinterest Challenge hosted by Cindy at County Road 407. The inspiration image for today comes from Hello Haley Home Decor.
If you are joining me from Wendy at WM Design House, welcome. I know you loved seeing Wendy’s Lemon Summer Tablescape. Be sure to follow the links at the end of my post for more inspiration.
Summer Tableware Ideas
First, when planning any dinner party, I begin by taking an inventory of what I already have on hand. If the table theme needs additional items, I immediately begin checking at thrift stores. If I’m not finding what I need, my next stop is a DIY project, and last but not least, I check Amazon.
Today’s Summer Tableware is a combination of foraged, DIY, Thrifted, and what I already have available. Nothing new was purchased. I hope you love it as much as I do.
Summer Table Decoration Ideas
Let me take you along as I choose the place settings and the centerpiece ideas. I’m using a combination of blues and greens for a soothing summertime table feeling.
The Place Setting
Let’s begin with what I have on hand that works with the inspiration theme. I have thrifted woven placemats similar to the inspired ones. In addition, I decided to use my vintage blue pottery dishes, which I’ve had for over 40 years. I topped them with white salad plates from HomeGoods from a few years ago. Next, I added white and green DIY Fringe Napkins and added a greenery ring topped with my recent DIY White Apples.
With the rustic setting, I wanted a little glam, so I included my acrylic and gold silverware. Blue cut-glass water goblets and clear wine glasses from thrift stores complete the table place settings.
The Centerpiece
The inspiration centerpiece is simple white bowls filled with greenery and white blooms. I wanted to gather some Queen Anne’s Lace to use with the wild ferns from our property. However, the recent rain damaged the blooms, so I added some fresh dill blooms instead.
I used three of my vintage milk glass vases and added two lacey ferns to the smaller containers. Since the table arrangement is in the greenhouse, I added a spritzer and copper watering can for a garden centerpiece vignette.
Budget Summer Table Decorations: Thrift Store Finds
I am always looking for great deals on thrifted tableware. Unique dishes, placemats or plate chargers, silverware, and glassware can be very inexpensive. I occasionally pick up plates or glassware at HomeGoods or other discount shops, but most of my tableware is thrifted.
Thrifted Finds For Summer Table Decorations
Decorating the summer table with unique finds gives it a creative flair. I have used the wine glasses on many of my tablescapes, which are still a favorite find. The blue cut-glass water goblets, which were only $5.00 for a set of six, had never been used and still had the Southern Living stickers on each one.
I passed by the woven plate chargers at a vintage mall in Wilmington. When I got home, I was browsing through a magazine and saw the exact ones featured on a lovely table. Thankfully, they were still there when I rushed back to the store. LOL
In addition, the wooden candlesticks and milkglass vases are inexpensive finds. I have several wooden candlestick holders that I have painted, either black or white, to use on my tablescapes. I also look for vintage brass candlestick holders and use a mix of patterns on many tables.
I hope you enjoyed today’s tablescape ideas.
Related Articles
Here are some related and similar articles:
- DIY Artificial Apples in Elegant White and Gold
- Easiest No-Sew Fringe Napkin Tutorial
- 20 Budget Summer Table Centerpiece Ideas
- Peachy Keen Summer Table Ideas
Pinterest Challenge Inspiration
I hope you enjoyed my simple budget tablescape. Now it’s time to see more inspiring table ideas. First, Michele at Thistle Key Lane shares her Easy Summer Whites Tablescape. Click each image below to see all the Summer tables.
Rachel, I love your summery table with the greens and whites! Your greenhouse set up is so charming! Pinned.
Cindy,
Thank you! I’m so glad you liked this one.
I think I need to add “Rummaging thru Rachel’s stash” to my bucket list!!!
I’m sure it would be a great adventure with all the lovelies you keep pulling out. Two of my favorites: foraging and rummaging!
Diane
Me too! Thank you for your kind words.
Rachel your thrifting skills are legendary! I love that you used your milk glass vases in your beautiful centerpiece. I have always admired it just haven’t gotten around to collecting it yet. Love the additions of the apples too! Such a fun project!
Michelle,
Thank you and I appreciate your kind words. Milk Glass is so versatile. Start collecting. LOL
Try try again. I love your greenhouse. I am green with envy. Aside from the amazing tablescape, I really like how you hung the baskets. Baskets take up a lot of room.Good baskets are so expensive now, if you see one you like in a thrift store, buy it.
Myrna
Yes! I have trouble leaving any behind. LOL
Your patio is amazing. Looks like the perfect place to spend hours just enjoying the outdoors. The table is so beautifully set. I love the idea of an assortment of ferns as the centerpiece and your table setting is perfect. Adding the touch of greenery under the places adds just that extra tour.
Marty,
Thank you!
Rachel I love your outdoor tablescape and the rustic elements you used. I had to smile about you passing up the chargers, seeing them in a magazine and rushing back to get them. I can’t count the number of times I have done the very same thing!
I love the blue goblets, what a steal! I am looking for similar green goblets.
Seeing more of your baskets in this post did not help calm down my frenzy from seeing everyone’s baskets on last week’s hop! Everything looks so pretty!
Beautiful tablescape!
Amber,
Thank you for your kind words. Yes, I’m always taking note of new items in magazines and when I see something similar, I feel I’ve won the lottery. LOL. Can’t help but get excited about a deal.
Lovely table Rachel. I love all the rustic and organic components. Your greenhouse is one of my favorites and I love when you bring us out there. Enjoy the rest of your summer! XO- MarryJo
Maryjo,
Thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement. I appreciate you taking the time to comment.
Love this fresh, green table setting. So perfect in your garden shed. Those blue stoneware plates are awesome. Loved seeing the woods through the windows beyond; what a beautiful setting you have:)
Lora,
I’m so glad you like it. Yes, I have loved decorating the greenhouse for all occasions.
Great tutorial and great location, Rachel! Love the table setting, too!
Julie,
Thank you for your kind words. I appreciate you for stopping by.
Between the beautiful tablescape, the hanging baskets and the actual green house, I think this is a wonderful place for fun and fellowship. Love the idea of pulling the plants as a centerpiece instead of having them line the table. Thanks for joining us!
Cindy,
I’m so glad you like this table. It’s always fun to decorate in the greenhouse.
Beautiful Rachel! I love the natural table you have created in your shed, it is such an inviting space.
Wendy,
I’m so glad you like it. Thank you for your kind words.
Rachel, all those baskets!!! My mother would be proud.
She hung all of her baskets from a pot rack which hung over the stovetop at our last family home. I love how they coordinate with those great wooden chargers! Aren’t you glad you went back for them? The ferns look lovely, too. Beautiful table!
Barbara,
Thank you for your kind comments. Yes, I so glad they hadn’t sold. Thanks for stopping by.
What a lovely tablescape, your woven chargers are gorgeous and it’s a treat to see a tablescape in your greenhouse.
Angie,
Thank you! I appreciate your kind words of encouragement.
I love how you used items you had on hand to make this beautiful table setting! The apples
are a charming addition!
Anna,
I’m so glad you like this idea. Thanks for stopping by.
Rachel, how wonderful to have a greenhouse to be the setting for a lovely tablescape. Your combination of vintage and flea market table elements is perfect for this setting. I would have gone back for the woven placemats, too. Love the touch of blue to compliment the greenery.
Such a beautiful way to celebrate the last days of summer sweet friend. I am obsessed with these white apples in the best possible way. They’re just gorgeous! Can’t wait to share your beautiful tablescape on Thursday. Big hugs, CoCo
CoCo
Thank you so much for your kind words and all your encouragement. You are the best.