Playful Tabletops

This crayon theme is for kids of all ages. A piece of craft paper laid over a velvet cloth provides the backdrop for designs and names written right above each plate. Real china and glassware keeps it from feeling like a children's birthday party, and even the centerpiece of juice glasses covered in crayons (held in place with a rubber band disguised by ribbon) is fun.

Create a round floral centerpiece by securing carnation heads to a Styrofoam ball (bend floral wire into a hairpin shape after inserting one into each head). Make it a couple days ahead of your event and keep it fresh in the refrigerator.