DIY wedding table decoration

The main accent of any wedding hall is always the table for the newlyweds. He catches the eyes of the guests, the lenses of cameras and cameras, it was he who was allocated a central place and the main decorations at the wedding party. The choice of decoration for the festive table for the bride and groom is the most important element in the decor of the entire room.

However, there are certain rules for decorating a bridal wedding table, breaking which you can turn the decoration of the banquet hall into something lurid and tasteless. Therefore, many couples try to invite professional designers for interior decoration or give the reins of government in this matter to the employees of the institution where the celebration is planned.

But if you are confident in your own sense of proportion, rely on your own taste or certainly want to try yourself as a decorator, then it is quite possible to decorate a wedding table with your own hands. We bring to your attention the main nuances that will help build a further plan for the decor of the wedding table and arouse imagination.

Table decoration at any event should fit into the overall concept of the celebration. Therefore, the table for the newlyweds without fail will be in harmony with the style direction of the entire interior.

The interior is selected according to the theme of the wedding, taking into account the tastes and wishes of the bride and groom, and can be both classic and extravagant. In the same style, a central place for young people is made out.

The standard decorations for the festive table are:

• flowers - fresh bouquets or artificial compositions;
• fabrics - tablecloths, draperies, ribbons, bows;
• decor items - balloons, candles, decorative napkins;
• Lighting suitable for a wedding celebration.

The wedding table should be the central point of view of the entire room. However, the word "central" in this case is conditional, since in the literal sense, a table in the center of the hall will not look beneficial. Newlyweds will be uncomfortable accepting congratulations, and guests - looking at the backs of the newlyweds.

If the wedding is planned in the style of a fun party, there will be enough a buffet table for guests, however, for the bride and groom, you still need to make a small separate table and highlight it with special decorations.

For a modest wedding at home, designed for a small number of guests, one common table is suitable, at which a place for the bride and groom will be in the end part. It needs to be highlighted especially, albeit simply, but beautifully. The main thing here is not to overload the table with unnecessary items that will only disturb everyone.

The decor of the main table should be in harmony with the colors and stylistics of the other tables, but stand out among them with brighter or lush decorations. Decorative decorations can be present not only on the countertop, but also next to the table, on the front side and sides.

Wedding flowers are a special decoration that symbolizes beauty, youth, flowering life. For table decor, small buds on short cropped stems would be the best option. Matched to the tone and composed in the composition, they will fill the atmosphere with holiday and grace.

In the background, against the wall or from the front of the table on the floor, you can place large flowerpots with ready-made compositions of large and tall flowers or put flowers presented by guests when the bride and groom arrive at the banquet hall.

Garlands and paths of flowers look no less festive along the outer edge of the table and the falling tablecloth. To do this, a porous sponge moistened with water is fixed on the surface, in which holes are made. Flowers are inserted into these holes according to a previously thought out pattern.

With a similar decor, you can create a background behind the newlyweds. In this case, the sponge is attached to a durable wire or any bendable material. The blank is mounted on the wall in the form of an arch, wedding rings, hearts or any other beautiful symbol. According to the same pattern, short-cut flower stems are inserted into the holes of the sponge.

Wicker baskets with flowers look exquisite at the table, but there should not be too many of them. It is desirable that the baskets are arranged symmetrically and have the same size and shape.

So that the wedding table does not become an absurd spot in an alien environment, it is necessary to take into account the general design of the interior. So, for the main place of the bride and groom, the same tones and decorations are chosen as for the other tables, tablecloths, curtains. The only difference is that the table of the newlyweds will be more magnificent and brighter.

Traditionally, a wedding celebration is made out in two styles - classical and Provence.

• Classic. The strictness of the style will give the event an especially solemn touch, emphasizing the sophistication of the bride’s outfit and the respectability of the groom’s costume. A table in this style can be decorated with deep noble tones in an obligatory combination with an abundance of white. The snow-white tablecloth on the protruding lower purple or dark blue, burgundy or chocolate fabric will look gorgeous. Complex drapery and heavy fabrics for lower tablecloths are welcome. Crystal, candelabra, cutlery and chairs must match a luxurious setting. Floral decorations are matched to the color scheme of the tablecloth. But with the other decorations you need to be careful - the royal table in the classical style will not tolerate vulgar excesses.

• Provence. The common name for all weddings in pastel colors. The main color of the style is lilac shades of lavender, however, they can be successfully replaced with blue, pink, lime colors. On the table there are draperies of airy fabrics, an abundance of small bouquets of delicate flowers, bows, ruffles. The background is decorated with a flower arch, balls, large bows and light ribbons of organza or nylon. Porcelain of light nacreous colors reigns in serving. Decor in pastel shades is especially suitable for very young marriage or convinced romantics.

Any festive table begins with a tablecloth. A place to eat should first of all create an aesthetic atmosphere. For decor, special techniques are used to emphasize the belonging of the place to the newlyweds.

An exquisite version - two tablecloths, different in texture and color.

• The lower tablecloth is made of dense fabric of deep or intense shades. It can be made of heavy satin, velvet, silk.
• Upper, not completely covering the bottom - from organza or lace.

In creating a spectacular drapery, it is worth using fantasy, and the rest is a matter of technology. A sturdy thick thread is sewn along the edges of the tablecloth to the center and pulled together in any convenient way. Folds are formed and fixed at the right level.

Beautifully look lush bows on the front edge of the table. For a special accent, they should be attached to a snow-white upper tablecloth, and the fabric for bows should be selected in tone with the lower tablecloth.

Voluminous flounces created using drapery can elegantly fall to the floor, like the hem of a wedding dress. Such a wave of fabric serves as a decoration in itself. But it is possible to determine a place on it for floral arrangements or decor elements - figurines, symbolic gift boxes, decorative fountains.

In the design of the wedding table, every detail of the decor should be in its place, in harmony with the general theme of the wedding, and serving with cutlery is no exception.

The general rules for dishes on the festive table are as follows:

• cutlery should be exceptionally clean and polished to a shine;
• stand plate is placed at a distance of 2 cm from the edge of the table;
• the fork should lie with the teeth up to the left of the plate, and the knife should be on the right, with a pointed edge to the plate;
• the spoon is located next to the knife, slightly to the right;
• glasses are placed slightly to the right of the plate, their number depends on the intended drinks, but the standard number is 3 - for champagne, wine and soft drinks;
• glasses for strong drinks are displayed next to the glasses.

The base plate is an important serving tool. Firstly, it serves to complete the decoration. Secondly, it keeps clean the space on the tablecloth, and is also a stand for deep plates with hot dishes. Before the start of the meal, the base plates can be nicely decorated with napkins with additional decorative elements: twigs, bows, rings.

For champagne, there are two types of glasses - narrow on a thin leg and wide in the form of a bowl. At a wedding celebration, tall narrow glasses are desirable for guests, but newlyweds can have any. And it’s even better if they were originally decorated. For example, ribbons or cases.

A salt shaker, a pepper shaker and a bread basket are exposed at equal intervals of the guest table, next to freshly sliced ​​vegetables. If a separate rectangular table is supposed for the bride and groom, then the salt shaker, basket with bread and vegetable slices are put in a double copy on both sides of the table. For a round wedding table, one copy is enough.

The tea set is brought closer to the end of the celebration, when 2/3 of the program of the event has already passed and it is time to make a wedding cake. The service must be the same, even if there are more guests than the items in the set. As a rule, in restaurants such a problem does not exist, but for a home wedding it is better to take care in advance of buying the same sets.

The stated rules and recommendations, of course, are not a panacea, and force majeure can happen at every wedding. You should not be very upset because of this, but you can still avoid many mistakes.

• Do not allow tall items on the table, be it bottles, vases or flowers. Newlyweds should be in all their glory in public.
• For round tables, it is better to limit yourself to one decoration, while rectangular ones require symmetrical decorations along the edges.
• Table napkins, which will initially serve as a decoration for the table and the base plate, it is advisable to choose fabric, large size. When the newlyweds and guests sit down at the tables, napkins can be put on their knees so that they do not inadvertently stain the festive attire.
• Strongly smelling flowers and scented candles should be avoided - in a hall with a large crowd of people from strong odors, your head may hurt. Let the holiday smell of good wines, delicious food and a little perfume of the bride.

To decorate a wedding table with your own hands it is not at all necessary to resort to the help of expensive designers. Interesting ideas can be found in the catalogs of wedding agencies, on specialized sites, and it will also be useful to take part in a master class on this topic.

We offer several examples that will help to spur imagination and, perhaps, will lead to your own original idea.

• Round table for newlyweds in tender tones of Provence. The main emphasis is on flower garlands and tablecloths.

• Elegant burgundy white classic. Ideal for a respectable adult couple.

• Amazing blue. Marine theme for a wedding in a cafe or restaurant on the waterfront.

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