All of us are eating at home more so I thought it'd be fun to share with you something I enjoy and that's tablescapes. Usually the meal is the star of the show, but I like to put a little extra thought into my tablescape to make my guests feel special. Today we're celebrating Hayden and Christian's first wedding anniversary and we're having them over for dinner and I thought it'd be fun to set up a tablescape out on my front porch. We don't always have to sit at our kitchen table, it's fun to mix it up!

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A few tips and tricks I have when setting the perfect tablescape:

1) Think of your guests and the meal you're having.

2) Start with layers: tablecloths, runners, placemats, chargers. (We love Michael's or Dollar Store for discounted prices - look for decor post holidays)

3) Add your plates. You can mix and match plates or keep them all the same.

4) Add height variations - I love this antique cheese block from Loot Vintage & Supply in Waupaca, WI.

5) Add in extras. I added these sweet Ink blotters and an antique cowboy boot to play am-age to Texas where Hayden and Christian were married. Think of adding fun pieces to talk about.

6) Add your glassware. These are a mix of 30 year old crystal wedding glasses and dollar store glasses - who knew! It can be fun to mix and match.

7) Add silverware - I wrap my silverware in napkin. I added a burlap knot and a tucked a faux green leaf for another accent piece.

8) Fresh flowers. I picked these cranberry blossoms from our cranberry marsh and added a few fern stems from the woods near the house. These were both great because they cost nothing. You can also buy a bundle of flowers at the grocery store and cut them to whichever lengths you choose to mix and match in different bottles and vases.

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I hope this inspired you to try new ideas with your family and friends at home!

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