Pears, apples, decorative pumpkins, straw, autumn leaves, bay leaves and of course fresh flowers create an elegant, puristic autumn table decoration with a natural look - we present you with 20 festive tables made from natural materials that are guaranteed to cause a sensation with your guests. Not only do they impress with their simple but very stylish look, they can also be arranged very quickly. Let the suggestions inspire you!
No table overcrowded with nuts, fruits, pumpkins, etc. - less is definitely more when decorating. On the one hand, because the decoration is shown off better this way, and on the other hand, because there is enough space on the table for plates, bowls, etc. remains. So if you are planning a celebration in the fall, orfor ThanksgivingIf you have invited friends over for dinner, these tips can help you decorate:
Leave enoughfree space on the table– At least two glasses should be in front of each guest and around 40% of the table surface should be free. If the table is too small, you can opt for tall floral arrangements. The vase saves space and sets accents on the round table. Pictured above – autumn leaves in tall vase. In addition, pine cones on the plates welcome guests. Here's to moreDecoration with natural materialswas deliberately avoided; instead, several tea lights create a cozy atmosphere at the table.
Select the color scheme
Choose a suitable oneautumnal color scheme- combine two, maximum three colors with a glitter nuance in gold, bronze or silver. For example, the table pictured above has a modern look with decorative pumpkins in sky blue, magenta, sand, orange and gold. Plates and cutlery are of course color-coordinated with the pumpkins. For the craft project you only need decorative pumpkins in different sizes and the selected shades of blue. Choose matt colors, paint the pumpkins with them and let them dry. Arrange bay leaves or small pine branches in the plates and welcome your guests with style and sophistication!
Pumpkins are real all-rounders
Pumpkins are all-round talentsalso on the purist table. When a family celebration is coming up, especiallyto the food, the gifts etc. thought. In the end, there is hardly any time to think about an effective autumn table decoration with a natural look. A quick table decoration that can be conjured up in no time is shown in the photo above: combine two large pumpkins of the Blue Kuri variety (they have blue skins and are heavily ribbed) with several Hokaido pumpkins, which add a splash of color to the puristic arrangement. Continue decorating with the medium-sized pear-shaped butternut pumpkins, which will quickly become the centerpiece of any table. Complete the ensemble with pine branches and rose hips. Hollow out Jack be Little pumpkins and use them as candle holders. A simple table runner made of linen fabric in a neutral color forms the perfect background for the charming table.
Green bay leaves as an eye-catcher
Green leaves for a natural look: Although yellow-orange-brown autumn leaves are traditionally present on the autumn table, the purist table can also be decorated with evergreen branches and arrangements. Bay leaves are perfect for this purpose. For optimal effect you canwith candles in honey yellowbe combined. Regarding candles, professionals advise against arranging scented candles on the dining table. You should also avoid strongly scented flowers or herbs.
When the food becomes part of the decoration
Chic, elegant and delicious at the same time - if thatEating asPart of the table settingo is presented, the decoration makes a particularly strong impression. Arrange nuts, cheese, ham, and fruit among pumpkins and corn on the cob. Experiment with other plants - for example cacti, succulents and palm leaves bring an exotic touch from distant lands.
Stalks of wheat and pumpkins just go together
For Thanksgiving, the decorations can be thematically coordinated with the celebration - wheat stalks and Hokaido pumpkins are usually enough to create a homely ambience and a cozy atmosphere. The wooden candle holders fit harmoniously into the festive table. Simple tablecloth and napkins, lovingly labeled place cards and silver cutlery complete the overall picture.
When the cutlery plays the main role
Perhaps the biggest advantage of puristic table decoration is that it shows off the cutlery and plates better. So it's no wonder that in the arrangement pictured above, the gold-plated cutlery plays the main role, leaving the white candles, bay leaves and porcelain tableware in the background.
Combine fruits and flowers effectively
Do fruits and flowers really go together? Yes, if they are color coordinated. Pink hydrangeas, field flowers, cotton and white Baby Boo pumpkins create a cheerful atmosphere.
Our tip:Arrange the flowers in a vaseand the fruits directly on the table - so you can replace individual fruits/flowers with fresh ones over time and can look forward to the ensemble for a long time. Also take a look at other suggestions for effective table decorations:
