How to Style a Blue and White Spring Tablescape
Here we are in the first week of March. Are you thinking about a spring tablescape for the season? Good, because it’s spring tablescape time. If you love blue, you’ll love how to style a blue and white spring tablescape.
Do you think of March as the beginning of spring? Or is it just a transition month? Everywhere people are looking forward to spring, thinking about spring, and decorating for spring. I wanted a blue and white spring tablescape.
Are you ready to set an early spring tablescape? For this spring tablescape, I wanted a bright, crisp and fresh look. And, of course, I had an inspiration piece.
Back in January (Was that only two months ago?), I chose blue and white as one of my color schemes for the year. I designed our winter bedroom in blue and white. We still absolutely love it. To continue this love affair with blue and white, I chose to create a pretty blue and white spring tablescape.
Easter color schemes can be pastels ~ pinks, soft blues, soft greens, yellows ~ which I love so much. And you know what? I love it too.
How to Style a Blue and White Spring Tablescape
Even if you don’t plan to host an event or seasonal party anytime soon, save this spring tablescape to Pinterest. You never know when you will want to revisit that tablescape.
I always have an inspiration piece that starts my creative hamster wheel turning. Sometimes even more than one.
Blue and White Tablespace Inspiration
A few weeks ago I shared this beautiful blue vase that I found at AtHome and used in our winter bedroom. I stuffed it full of faux peonies.
I loved it so much I went back and bought another one ~ from a different store that was 40 minutes away and waited for the right moment to use it again.
I have also used them as part of my blue and white spring entry.
They were also part of our winter bedroom last year.
Styling the Blue and White Tablescape
The site for my blue and white spring tablescape would be our breakfast room, which can be very bright on even a slightly cloudy day.
First, I needed a tablecloth. I found two pieces of remnant fabric in my blue fabric box. Which one do you think looks better? The solid denim shade or the dark shade of buffalo check?
If you chose the buffalo check, you were right. The colors went better with the vase and I loved the contrast in pattern ~ casual and elegant ~ between the check and the design of the vase.
The next step was to make the rectangle piece of fabric into a round tablecloth ~ I’ll share the how~to in a later post.
In case you were wondering, I didn’t take the time right now to hem it, but I will before I pack it away.
I have had these blue mesh placemats for years. The blue shades were working very well together.
For dinner plates, I used a white square shape with rounded corners that I bought at Dollar Tree several weeks ago. I wanted to give the plates a touch of blue so I stenciled a leaf motif at each corner. I’ll share that how~to in a future post also.
To layer on top of the square plates, I couldn’t wait to use these cute white salad plates with the raised dots. I bought 6 for $6.00. I think they are so sweet.
For silverware, I brought out these mother~of~pearl ones that belonged to my mother~in~law. I did polish them first with silver polish to brighten them up.
For glassware, these cobalt blue~stemmed martini glasses were a perfect fit. They were favors at a fundraiser for my younger daughter’s high school. Each couple received two, but another couple didn’t want theirs so they gave them to us. We use them all the time for margaritas.
The final element to the place setting was the napkins tied with a strip of the buffalo check fabric that I cut using pinking shears. A small blue faux flower left from last fall’s dining room decor added a touch of spring.
The Final Touches to the Blue and White Tablescape
Now for the centerpiece. I filled the blue chinoiserie vase with real hydrangeas from Trader Joe’s. I think they have the best ones for the price. Nine stems gave a very full look.
I love how the blues from the different elements blend together so well.
What blue and white spring tablescape would be complete without a little sweet treat? Blueberry muffins!!
These muffins from our neighborhood Central Market are so moist and packed with sweet fruit. Sweet Shark couldn’t wait until I finished taking photos so he could have one.
I wasn’t done yet. Every cupcake and muffin needs a little garnish, don’t you think? I think this adds a cute finishing touch to the muffins. I set each one with a paper doily. (How~to coming later.)
Finally, my blue and white spring tablescape is complete. It’s a very simple tablescape to put together. What do you think?
It’s amazing how nicely a 2-color scheme can be, but you could easily add a pop of pink, green or yellow if you like. What do you think of just a blue and white spring tablescape theme?
P.S. The blueberry muffins were delicious!!
Here is my latest, brand new blue tablescape. This one is full of bunnies and is so cute.
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Happy Spring, Carol! Your blue and white table made me smile. This is one of my favorite color combinations and buffalo plaid is so timeless and classic. Hydrangeas are my favorite flower. I love visiting Trader Joe’s for their beautiful blooms. It is always so wonderful to be hopping with you. xo Pinned!
Thank you Lynne, I love hydrangeas too. The white ones look fabulous in a blue container. Happy hopping with you too.
I adore Trader Joe’s flowers in general and hydrangeas in particular…and delicious looking muffins too! I love the layered plates and how you painted the blue design on the squarish ones!
Blue and white will always be one of my favorite color combinations. You really hit this one out of the park, Carol! I love the mix of patterns and textures. The buffalo check tablecloth seems to make that lovely vase stand out. My favorite part of your tablescapes are always the way you personalize things with your craftiness. Those stenciled Dollar Store plates look so high end! I’d love to take a seat and try one of those muffins. It’s been fun hopping with you again. Happy Spring!
Carol, I am finally getting around to visiting the rest of you on this hop! Crazy busy times happen that jump in the way of our everyday life. I am happy to be sitting in my condo in Ohio today ready to truly enjoy the rest of the table and yours has me wishing I was back in my “blue” interior in Florida! You are so crafty adding the blue accents to the white dollar store plates! I love that blue and white vase you bought, too. I get a little tired of the chinoiserie patterns my husband loves, but this one is not so asian in pattern. Thank you dear friend for continuing to join in our hops! I look forward to seeing you at Haven this summer!
March is definitely a transition month for us up here in the North! In fact, it is snowing as I am reading your post! I love that you have chosen the crisp combination of blue and white! I wanted to reach through my screen to grab one of those yummy muffins! What really caught my eye was how you used round plates on top of square, but the curved pattern on the square plate is the perfect frame for the round one! Your centerpiece is perfection! The combination of that beautiful vase and the white hydrangeas had me swooning!
Oh, so sorry that you’re still in winter. It’s been really pretty here with daffodils and tulips coming up and nice cool to warm temps. Unlike holes, you can fit a round plate on a square plate. Thanks for your sweet comments.
What a fresh and bright spring tablescape, Carol! I love your attention to detail. You scored a big win on those pretty vases as well as the Dollar Tree plates you so expertly stenciled. The dotted plates were also such a bargain! I need to go shopping with you! I’m envious you have both a Trader Joe’s and a Central Market so close by. I’m always seeing such gorgeous flowers from TJ’s. You picked the perfect simple bouquet of hydrangeas for your table.
Thank you, sweet Crissy. This was definitely a fun tablescape to design. 18 months ago Central Market opened as our neighborhood grocery store less than 5 minutes away. We are very fortunate. Trader Joe’s is less than 10 minutes away. I’m probably spoiled living where we do in Dallas. Everything is so convenient except for IKEA which is 25 minutes away. Come to Dallas sometime and I’ll take you on a tour.
Carol!! Love this table!! It really caught my eye! There is something calming about blue to me, yet your table is so full of color. It looks so fresh and full of life. Love, love lov those martini glasses!! 💙 it is always a pleasure to hop with you!! Have a wonderful spring 🍀
Thank you Ann. Since the martini glasses were free, I love even more.
This table is absolutely gorgeous! Blue and white is a combo I will forever love and you did an absolutely wonderful job with those two colors in this table setting! Wishing you a very happy spring!
Can’t beat blue and white, Kristin.
Blue and white is such a classic color palette, and I really love your blue stemware! Happy Spring! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
Thank you Cecilia. The glasses are great and they were free!!
Carol, I am a big fan of blue and white. Your tablescape has all the feels for me and is perfect to welcome spring. As a matter of fact, I think blue and white is perfect to welcome any season! It is always a pleasure to sit at one of your tables. Happy Spring!
Pam, great to be on another hop with you. It’s a blue and white world this year.
Carol, why. Lovely table with blue and white, a true classic. How creative to stencil your square dollar tree plates. The dot plates are a real bargain. Love the ginger jar and that gorgeous flowers. The blue, martini glasses are so fun. A fun table to welcome spring.
Thank you Linda. The world starts at Dollar Tree!! Adding the stencil design was so easy. I’ll probably remove it and add an Easter Design.
Oh, Carol, this is divine!! Your thrifty elements (I am in love with your stencil on the DT plates!) and you steps taken to create this are fabulous. I have never used blue in my decor until this downsize, and I am loving adding just a few color pops of it now. This is just so fresh, so pretty! I really love how you consistently use fabric for the tablecloth you desire for your looks you’re going for. So smart!
Rita, I always love you feedback. I love multiples of color, but a two~color scheme works great too.
Carol, your blue and white vase sets the stage for a very lovely and elegant Spring table. The complementing dinnerware and stemware is perfect to show off the classic centerpiece vase and contrasts well with the blue and white buffalo check tablecloth. A beautiful way to bring in the Spring season.
Marsha, isn’t it great when your vision comes together? It did for this tablescape and I’m so glad that you liked it.
Carol, your blue and white tablescape is absolutely beautiful! The buffalo check tablecloth is so pretty! Love what you have stencilled on your dishes — so different and so pretty! Your silverware is lovely. The vase with your flowers is so nice, too — just everything you have done!
I’m a blue and white gal, too. It has always been my favorite.
Thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas with us! I always look forward to your posts! Blessings!
Mary~Ann, as always, thank you for visiting Bluesky at Home and sharing your thoughts. I so appreciate it. Blue and white brings the world together.
Those hydrangeas are so wonderfully fluffy! I love how they look in the vase and and I love all the blue and white! One can never have enough! Beautiful table, Carol – and great tips!
Shelley
Carole, you know I adore blue and white! This setting is so pretty and perfect for spring. I’m swooning over the beautiful blue and white ginger jar. Happy March!!!
I love your blue and white tablescape. I never tire of blue and white. Pinned to my blue and white board and tablescape board.
Your vase is very elegant and add white hydrangeas and it is stunning. Love your choice of linens and dishes.
Happy Spring.
Had you not mentioned it I would have thought the leaf motif was already on the plates I love the mix of textures and patterns and I never tire of buffalo checks. The vase is gorgeous and I see why you drove 40 miles to get another one. What’s not to love about Blueberry Muffins and now I want one; maybe two. It’s a pleasure to join you again on another blog hop.
Carol, your crisp blue and white table was a breath of fresh air! Love the glasses and mother of pearl handle flatware in particular. And, what could be more perfect than serving blueberry muffins? Except now, I’m really craving one to eat with my afternoon cup of tea!
I loved your blue and white scheme. Fresh and crisp. I love making tablecloths, especially from thrifted material. Several weeks ago, I had a craving for blueberry muffins–one of my favorites. Well, I knew if I was going to get around to making them, I better assemble the dry ingridients the night before and took blueberries out to thaw in the fridge.. So last week I finally made them–just enough batter to hold the blueberries together! With cinnamon and sugar sprinkled on top! And warm out of the oven they stuck to the cupcake papers so badly. Once cold, they were fine.
Love your choice of blue and white for your table. The plaid tablecloth is a real keeper and I know you’ll find lots of uses for it. Those are great dishes and the stemware is perfect with them! Gosh I wish I had a Trader Joe’s nearby- those a beautiful hydrangeas! The icing on the cake so to say are your blueberry muffins! They look absolutely delicious!
Lovely table Carol. I have never used a table cloth and not sure why. Love the idea of it. Maybe that will be my next purchase. Happy Spring!
Carol, how sweet to add the blueberry muffin to your blue tablescape. I love the idea. Can’t wait to catch up in Waco, Sweet Friend!
Your tablescape is so pretty, Carol. Blue and white is one of my favourite color combinations, too – and you put it together so nicely. I also love your step by step guide to table setting and how you chose your items. So nice!
hi Carol, I love how fresh and pretty the blue and white is! It is simply striking, elegant in it’s simplicity! The blueberry muffins add the perfect welcoming touch. LOVE it!!
How fresh and clean in blue and white, love those wine stems!! And your blue vase is gorgeous. Always a pleasure to see your lovely tablescapes.
Beautiful colors and I love your inspiration piece. How cool that you stenciled the square plates! Your table evokes such a Spring feeling for me. I love the blue and white. You make it seem so effortless to set a pretty table. Happy Spring!