Easy Easter Table Decor

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

Scroll For More Photos

1 / 13

Natural Style

Dress your Easter table with fresh plants and blossoms. Create a unique look by mixing styles but maintain the natural aspect to keep it all tied together.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

2 / 13

Gathering the materials

You will need: for each place setting, 1 rounded glass / 1 mini nest (found at most craft stores) / 1 eggshell / 1 small terrarium plant / washi tape / self-adhesive monogram letter. For the tablescape: plates / glasses / silverware/ burlap / muslin / a basket and low vases / natural branches such as forsythia or redbud / moss balls.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

3 / 13

Empty the Eggshell

Break the top of the eggshell with the side of a spoon. Continue tapping around the top of the egg, creating a hole about 1" wide. Remove the top and empty out the egg. Note: you may need to poke the yolk to help it release more easily. Consider reserving the eggs for cooking.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

4 / 13

Preparing the eggshell

Use your thumb and forefinger to break away small pieces of eggshell all the way around the top of the egg making a hole that is just large enough to fit your terrarium plant (about 1 3/4" diameter).

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

5 / 13

Add the Plant

Remove the plant from its container and remove some of the excess soil. Gently poke the plant into the eggshell.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

6 / 13

Decorate the Eggshell

Use gold washi tape to wrap around the center of the egg. Place a self-adhesive monogram letter over the center of the tape.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

7 / 13

Finish the Terrarium Decor

Place a tiny nest in the bottom of the glass. Add the decorated egg with the terrarium plant.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

8 / 13

Set the Table

By combining natural elements, refined pieces and rough hewn materials you can create a look that is uniquely you for your Easter table.

Photo: Sam Henderson

9 / 13

A splendid setting

This simple but elegant place setting will welcome your guests to the table in style.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

10 / 13

Choosing the flowers

Pick local, seasonal blossoms that are recognizable to your guests and signify the start of spring.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

11 / 13

Filling the basket

Fill the basket with a couple of low vases. Add water and branches to the vases at varying heights. When you are satisfied with the arrangement, add strips of burlap to fill any spaces and cover the tops of the vases.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

12 / 13

Rustic meets elegant

The antique plates with gold lily of the valley sit atop simple burlap placemats with cutlery wrapped in napkins made of muslin. Make the placemats by cutting 13"x18" rectangles. Remove a few of the strands from each side to create the fringe. Press the fabric with a liberal amount of starch. Make the muslin napkins by tearing the fabric into 18"x18" squares. Press and wrap around cutlery. Tie with a 6" piece of twine.

Photo: photo by Sam Henderson

13 / 13

Natural charm

The tiny nest and eggshell make this place setting whimsical and elegant at once. As an added benefit your guests can take their place setting home and start their own mini terrarium.

Design a Beautiful Easter Tablescape

Natural Style

Gathering the materials

Empty the Eggshell

Preparing the eggshell

Add the Plant

Decorate the Eggshell

Finish the Terrarium Decor

Set the Table

A splendid setting

Choosing the flowers

Filling the basket

Rustic meets elegant

Natural charm

Related Pages