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How to Turn Your Tablescape Into the Alice-in-W...

Apr 13, 2018• party decoration • table decoration

When it comes to sit-down events, the table is always a focal point – no matter whether it is a wedding or a Sunday brunch. But how to make a tablescape go perfectly well with the party theme? For those at a loss, we’ve come up with a simple yet elegant spring-inspired table setup. Pastels & a pinch of silver Since pastels and spring are an unbeatable combo, our color scheme is a mixture of whites, pinks, blues, greens, and a bit of reds with corals to boot. However, to pull everything together, we made blue the “first feedle” of our color scheme. Thus, our rosette tablecloth, curtains, some centerpiece elements, and a couple wall accents are blue. In addition, to harmonize the pastels, we opted for the silver beechwood chairs. Textures, textures! Rich textures are extremely popular this year. Our collection of lovely rosette tablecloths is a perfect way to jump on this trend without being tacky. As blue is our “core” hue, we picked a blue tablecloth, turning the whole arrangement into a flowerbed full of whimsical blue roses. Dinnerware To balance rich texture of the tablecloth and to harmonize the bold hues with some neutral tones, add white disposable dinnerware and plastic utensils with the fine silver finish. Regarding the forms, go for classic round plates – a great addition to the spring theme. On top of that, simple paper napkins will add a final touch to this mini-composition. Centerpiece Racking brains over a table focal point can be challenging. Luckily, spring is all about simplicity, so why not bail on any centerpiece like we did? For example, giant paper peonies and carnations of different colors will liven up the entire scene. The varying heights (make sure your guests will not sit up in order to see each other) will add some dimension and depth to your tablescape. To bring some airy feel and to accentuate the pastels, combine these glass pillars with wine glasses and champagne flutes. Accentuate walls Bare walls sometimes remind about a hospital, right? If you adorn them with giant paper flowers, you’ll kill two (or so) birds with one stone – you’ll add a final touch to the floral theme and create an elegant backdrop. Pair carnations with peonies, mix sizes, experiment with colors – and your guests won’t be able to take their eyes off the walls (think how to distract them away). “Favor” up If you need to add some colors and fill “gaps” in your setup, don’t go big. Incorporate party favors into the composition. Put them into our pastel satin bags and tiny boxes and they will play along this gorgeous floral orchestra (read: they will distract your guests from the wall accents). Love the setup? Use these links to do the same one or whatever you want.  

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Pinteresting Party Boards From Plum to Pumpkins!

Oct 25, 2012• party decoration

What ideas have floored us from Pinterest this month? So many fantabulous ideas from across pinterest, from table arrangements, to knew napkin folding tricks to throwing all the standards out the window. Check out our top October Pinterest Picks! Who’s Expecting? There’s a bundle of joy on the way! When you have themes like ‘She’s About to Pop!’  to ‘Little Pumpkin’ parties,  there’s no need for typical blue and pink color themes, or “Guess the Sex!” in a general neutral color. Check out the pin board: http://pinterest.com/tcfactory/baby-shower-ideas/ A ‘Green’ 50th Anniversary. Go green with joy for a fresh celebration of an old love. We love this very green, elegant assortment of ideas including green organza table runners, Fiji mum arrangements, and lamp centerpieces. Check out the pin board: http://pinterest.com/leestreby/50th-anniversary/ Forget the White – Plum purple shoes are more than popular, they’re an eye popping wedding detail. (Also, glam for any night out, business lunch or professional dinner – just think of the color coordination possibilities!) Still too typical? Why not make those bridal photos even more crazy by wearing bridal plum? If you let the bridesmaids wear white, you definitely know they’ll be able to reuse those dresses too. (And you can reuse yours!) Check out the pin board: http://pinterest.com/tcfactory/plum-blue-gray-wedding-colors/

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Easy Recipes to Impress at an Intimate Gathering

Oct 18, 2012• party decoration

Black and white dress code? Easy enough to dig out of the closet. But a fashionable desert you can easily craft on top of everything else on your plate? Your menu should be as simple as setting the table and arranging the tablecloth. From salad to desert, we’ve got a complete menu ready to impress any guests, be it your new in-laws, prospective clients or favorite gal pals. Salad:  The colors and different ingredients really sell this simple salad. With technically only four steps and 22 minutes to completion you can spend time on what really matters. Get this Asparagus Artichoke Salad recipe at SimplyRecipes.com. Appetizer: Preheat, prep, puff pastry and poof! A super elegant appearing appetizer is completed! Get this Baked Brie recipe at SimplyRecipes.com as well. Simple Dinner: One skillet, one baking pan, and just three steps to a really impressive dinner pizza that’s far from ordering out. Get this people pleasing pizza recipe from Taste of Home. Fancy Dinner: Pick the fun looking pasta, a leafy green like broccoli rabe (already sounding impressive though Kale, chard, mustard greens or spinach will work in a pinch!)  A one  pot recipe what you can easily add shrimp to make a whole meal. Get this pasta with garlicky broccoli rabe recipe from Smitten Kitchen. Side: Steamed bag vegetables. Trust us. Five minutes in the microwave after everything else is done and let cool while you start to bring food out to the table. Nothing simpler. Desert: When in doubt, pudding served in a fancy dishes, champagne glasses, or tumblers will be presentation perfect, either from a box or from this two minute Tiramisu recipe from Kraft.   

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Color Coordinate Your Homecoming Décor

Sep 27, 2012• Home Decor • party decoration

Fall is here, and it’s time for homecoming dances and other fall formals. Instead of relying on dependable white and basic black again this year, inject some color into the linens at your next school dance. The tablecloths, chair covers and sashes and other assorted linens at Tablecloths Factory come in a rainbow’s worth of colors – from chocolate to fuchsia.  Represent your school colors with your linens. Use your primary school color as a tablecloth, and accent it with the secondary color on a table skirt! No table skirts? Just add a table runner for a school-spirited look! Or add a splash of bold color to a white chair cover with a sash in your school colors – or color coordinate your napkins!  Even if your linens are more understated, you can still make good use of your school colors by alternating the colors of your tablecloths. No matter what your fall event’s color scheme is, you can find the perfect linens at Tablecloths Factory! We’ve been providing quality table linens for over 20 years, so we know how to create an elegant table for your homecoming or fall formal event.  Be sure to share your event photos afterwards for a chance to win our Photo Contest!

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Olympics Themed Party Ideas

Aug 10, 2012• party decoration

After four long years of waiting, we are excited for the 2012 Olympics to finally be here. We have enjoyed watching the US in many different events from gymnastics, basketball, track, swimming and many more. It’s so much fun to gather around the big screen and route for team USA. It’s so much fun that we thought it’d be a great opportunity to invite a few friends, or more, over for an Olympics themed party. We have a number of ideas that are great for both kids and adults. To keep the kids occupied you can create Olympics inspired games in the back yard such as hurdles, long jump, track races, and more. Don’t forget to have metals for the winners and a podium for great pictures. When it’s time to eat, why not try some different foods from around the world. Choose a few countries to have food from. Have some pasta from Italy, a burger from the US, some hibachi from Japan, or anywhere else you would like to try their local cuisine. For dessert, life savers or m&ms look great on iced cupcakes as the Olympic rings, or you can make sugar cookies to look like the Olympic rings. Don’t forget the decor, we’re talking red, white and blue tablecloth overlays, gold and silver pintuck napkins, and much more. You can stick with red, white and blue or make a colorful party with all the colors from the Olympic rings. Whichever color scheme you choose, shop TableclothsFactory.com for affordable tablecloths and table overlays that you can use again and again. How would you decorate your Olympics themed party?

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Perfect Uses for Tablecloths at Your Graduation...

Apr 26, 2012• party decoration • Table Linens

There are so many great reasons to use tablecloths at your graduation affair this year. You may think they are just a waste, but we are here to prove they are much more than a decoration. Of course they do add some spark and color to your party but they can be used for much more. Reuse, Recycle, and Save! If this is your first of a few graduation parties you will be hosting in years to come there is no reason why you can’t wipe down and save the tablecloths for your next party. This will save you some worry and money for the next bash you throw – and it’s a way to recycle! In fact, collect a few boxes to make it easy to save and store tablecloths, balloon weights and decorations for the next party. When another party or graduation comes around you will be happy you saved these items! Signature Brag Table. Another great use for a tablecloth at your graduation is to lay one on the “brag table.” This table is placed near the door where guests will arrive. Displayed on the table are pictures of the graduate from birth to the present, the diploma, awards, etc. Place a pen on the table and allow guests to write messages and inspiring quotes on the tablecloth for the graduate to keep as a remembrance of the party. So now that you see the necessity of a tablecloth at your graduation party, check out all of our great tablecloths at TableclothsFactory.com!   

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Planning a Spring Solstice Party? 3 Things to R...

Mar 16, 2012• party decoration • Spring decor

The Spring Solstice is nearly here! March 20th is when we know to put the socks in the drawers, and pull out your shorts and skirts! It’s also a beautiful time to relax with a spring solstice party. Keep these three facts in mind when planning your spring solstice inspired party! Spring is all about fresh starts, so why have a party just like every other time of the year when you can try something new. Instead of getting a typical DJ, get a dance instructor to come out and teach you all a new country step. Or for bachelorette parties, have a belly dancer or yoga instructor come teach a few tricks. On this day you’re getting exactly 12 hours of darkness and 12 hours of sunlight. After this point say goodbye to early dusks, and hello to brighter mornings. While you still can, hold a candlelit party, with candle ring centerpieces topping spring colored tablecloths, planned for 7:15 right before dusk will begin! Traditionally a spring solstice had meant for a lot of crazy happenings, and while your party may not be ready for a wild and crazy feast, you can hold a huge pot luck to stuff everyone’s bellies. Instead of a giant fire, break out the grills or make a campfire to roast and toast over. No time between planning other parties to have your own summer solstice party? Find out if there are any flower festivals, garden tours or summer solstice parties being held to go to.

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