Decorating your wood dining table doesn’t have to be a difficult or expensive process. Some people do spend thousands of dollars just on decorating the dining room table. But it may not even take a hundred dollars to get that beautifully decorated dining room table you’ve always dreamed of. By making careful use of things you already have and throwing a little creativity into the mix, you can create a great looking dining room table that fits within your budget.
Keep Placemats or a Tablecloth on the Table
An easy way to add instant style to your oak dining sets is to add placemats or a tablecloth. Tablecloths and placemats can be quite expensive, but fortunately, there are plenty of less expensive options available at department or discount stores. If you’re really looking to save money, you might want to consider making your own out of inexpensive fabric, using your sewing machine.
It’s important to remember that whatever fabric you end up choosing is going to set the style for your dining room table. If you want a clean and simple look, use plain colored fabric. A patterned design might work well if you plan on only putting placemats or the tablecloth on the table.
Utilize the China You Already Have
Displaying your good china on your dining room table will bring style to the table and is better than just storing it away in a kitchen cabinet or hutch. By laying out the china settings, you can add some interest to the table. It’s okay if you never use that china, as you are only displaying it for décor reasons and not for actual use. If you already have a good set of china, this can also be a money saver, as you don’t have to pay additional money for a new setting to display.
Look to Nature for Décor Pieces
There are so many different decorating solutions that can be found in nature for free. When you spend time outdoors, you are surrounded by inspiration for some really beautiful and unique dining room table centerpiece ideas.
· You can create a centerpiece instantly with a vase of freshly picked flowers that are not only pretty but smell nice too.
· A bowl filled with pinecones and dried flowers can really get your dining table ready for the fall season.
· Try apples in a bowl for a classic centerpiece, if you have an apple tree or know someone who does.
· You can also use fruits such as lemons and limes.
· If you’re looking for a clean look, try a simple potted plant.
Use Candles to Decorate Your Dining Room Table
Candles on your dining room table will add a romantic ambience to the room. In addition, they’ll also bring some great interest and style to the table. There are plenty of inexpensive candles available that can be placed in a row or a circle in the center of the table. Another great centerpiece idea is a candelabra. Another creative candle idea involves adding a glass bowl with water and floating candles to the center of the table. With so many different candle options available, you should be able to find the perfect thing that fits your own unique decorating style.
You don’t need to spend a lot of time or money decorating your dining room table. It’s easy to stick to your budget when you use any of these great dining room table decorating ideas, and the result will be a stylish and unique table for your home.
Author Resource:
Verra Ricci writes for http://ArlingtonHomeDesign.com and is currently remodeling her downtown loft. To learn more about home improvement and interior design in general you can visit her blog at http://arlingtonhomedesign.com/
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