Spring Pastel Tablesetting

photography by Trisha Zemp
Yesterday I showed how to make the paper tulip centerpiece and I thought I'd provide an idea on how to display it in a beautiful setting for your spring celebration, whether it be your outdoor Easter dinner or Mother's Day brunch. Wouldn't pastels be so lovely? I used to cringe at pastels but now I find them so beautiful, especially when combined with some deeper tones like the colors in the flowers and the ombre candle holders I decorated. I'll show a few of the DIYs later in the day, but for now, here are some ways to celebrate the spring.TIP: I picked up all of the tableware from Ikea. They have the loveliest colors right now. Mint plates and bowls, pink and white candle holders, a beautiful white pitcher. AND, they are so so cheap! I have a thing for plates so I kind of think you can never have too many!TIP: For place settings, I bought these little wooden eggs and put each person's monogram on it. I'll be doing a DIY on it later today.
TIP: Melissa Esplin of I Still Love You created a beautiful "Happy Easter" sign that works perfectly in a basket. OR, you can make it mini and stick it in some Easter eggs (like she did here). OR print it off really huge and use it as a decoration. I love her work. Download the free template here.

TIP: I'll be providing a DIY later today on these candle votives, which I LOVE! I think they'd also be perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, and birthdays, doncha think?
Stay tuned for the DIYs on how to make this happen AND stay tuned for one more full Easter spread idea. Because I'm last minute like that!