On Jul 31, 4:29 pm, "elaine" <
[email protected]> wrote:
> I've been looking for over a year for a tablecloth that might match the
> colours in my kitchen. Today I found placemats.
>
> I could set the table except no-one is coming for supper so it seems silly
> to pretend with silverware, wine glasses;
>
> I would love any suggestions to make this look cheerier.
>
> http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=5xgluz4
Thanks for the picture.... I can barely see your print, but I think
you have taken your inspiration from that! The FIRST THING you need
to do is find a table cloth to go underneath those placemats.
If I was to go purely by your table/chairs - I would have suggested a
blue & white motif, but you've chosen to go with more vibrant colors.
So, use contemporary prints for your napkins and seat cushions. Of
course, everyone has suggested flowers - which is a no brainer (I see
poppies, in your print which would also be dynamite on the table too),
and find some vibrant colors for your vases. If you're into
collecting or not, look for Fiesta Ware pottery (like a water pitcher,
tea pot or a jumbo cup & saucer).... they sell modern versions of it
for less at restaurant supply stores. I'd also do a chair rail on
the wall and paint broad stripes (probably in a subtile two tone
green) under it for added distinction.
BTW: silk flowers aren't what they used to be. I have silk orchids
that you have to touch to know they aren't real.
sf