Floating Candle Summer Tablescape

Happy August, friends!! Are you getting excited for fall or are you still in a summer State of Mind? Today I’m sharing this Whimsical magical tablescape that I created in our backyard patio area. I found the most ingenious over the table Rod system which is perfect for creating all sorts of summer tablescapes as well as parties in the summer and also throughout the entire year!

Floating Candles are So Romantic

I love dining Alfresco in the spring and summer time. And of course it’s even better when you include candlelight. So when I saw this hanging rod system I thought it would be perfect to hang little tea lights. There’s just something so special about Candlelight.

Over the Table Rod Stand

This over the table Rod system is a game changer for celebrations. I used to create this romantic candlelight dinner. But you can use it inside or outside and throughout the year. One of my favorite things about it is that it is adjustable.

How to Assemble the Rod System

The two main rods have clamps on the bottom that attach to your table top. The clamps have a screw system and you turn a lever under the clamp to tighten it up so it is secure on your table top. The clamps can be widened to accommodate whatever surface you’re using. So you can attach the clamps to a table but also you can use them on a countertop or a kitchen island or whatever surface you want them to attach to. Once you attach the clamps to your table, you attach two rods to each side of the clamp rods. The clamp rods have at at the top and you slide the adjoining rods into the “T” and then there is another Rod that slides inside those two adjoining rods which connect all of the rods together for me in a “U” shape. Then can adjust the height of the rod system, and then you tighten everything up!

Store Parts in Carrying Case

And once you are done using the rod system, it comes with a handy carrying case. You just unscrew all of the rods and put them in the carrying case and you can store them very easily in a closet in your home until you need it again!

Creating a Floating Candle Tablescape

Here is how I created this floating candle tablescape

I put the over the table Rod system together on my patio table. Then I added for a phone Magnolia Garland by wrapping it around the rods. Once the Garland was in place I hung these gorgeous clear hanging vessels to the top rod. I ordered a set of 12 clear hanging vessels and they came with pre-cut twine. I hung each vessel at different lengths and space them out evenly across the top rod.

Add Tea Lights

Then I inserted battery operated tea lights into each of the clear vessels. The tea lights that I ordered have two different settings. One setting is a continuous light that doesn’t change and the other setting is a flickering setting which is really beautiful and creates a really realistic looking candle. I’ve attached the links that I used for the Garland, Rod system, clear vessel kits and the tea lights that I use below!

• Over the Table Hanging Rod System
• Magnolia Leaf Garland
• Set of 12 Clear Vessels with Twine
• Set of 12 Battery-Operated Tea Lights (with 2 light options – continuous light and flickering light)

Rattan Placemats

I found these return place mats and I think they are perfect for summer. The Rattan look is so on Trend and I love the pattern which is intricate and beautiful.

Rattan Vase

I found this beautiful Growers bunch of flowers at my local Trader Joe’s and it was so easy to cut and use as a centerpiece. They were tan vase is beautiful and matches the Rattan placemats. The base comes with a rattan outer part and a glass of vessel which fits inside of the rattan. It’s nice that the base comes out because you can pop it into your dishwasher and it’s so easy to keep it clean!

Scallop Plates

Scallop plates add a touch of whimsy. I bought them a few years ago and I don’t think they are made anymore so I have linked a similar set in case you want to grab some. I love that each plate has a different color rim and I think the scalloped edges are so pretty for summer and look amazing on top of the Rattan placemats.

Other Ways Your Can Style The Over-the-Table Rod System

I am so excited about this Rod system! It was so fun to use it to create this floating candle tablescape but I can think of literally dozens of different ways and occasions that you can use this system!

• Floating Candle Tablescape (this is the one I shared here today)
• Back to School – hang a floral garland with a Back to School pennant.
• Fall – fall floral garland. Hang mini pumpkins and string lights from the rods.
• Halloween – Black leaf garland. Hang small ghosts or skeletons from the rod.
• Thanksgiving – hang a pumpkin garland and use the same clear vessels with candles inside.
• Christmas – Hang an evergreen garland. Hang ornaments and lights from the rod.
• Hanukkah – Blue and gold garland with mini dreidels.
• Winter – White pom pom garland. Hang paper snowflakes from the rod.
• Valentine’s Day – Red pom pom garland. Hang mini hearts, clear vessels with pink tea lights inside.
• St. Patrick’s Day – green garland and little shamrocks hanging down.
• Easter – Spring flower garland and mini eggs hanging down.
• Summer – Summer flower garland and clear vessels hanging with mini votives.
• 4th of July – red white and blue garland with stars hanging down.

Those are just a few ideas! Plus, you have birthdays, weddings, graduations and other holidays and events you can use to decorate using this handy table idea!

Summer Hanging Candle Tablescape Video

I made a little video on my Instagram handle where I shared putting this tablescape together as well as how to assemble the over the table rod system if you want to check it out! Follow along with me on Instagram at @tatertotsandjello to see how I will style this over the table rod system throughout the year!

More Summer Entertaining Ideas

Here are more Summer ideas for inspo!

Summer DIY Beehives

DIY Beehives and Beehive Backyard Inspo! Create cute and inexpensive beehives, add beehive pillows and create a hanging basket garden for a beautiful summer patio!

Summer Beehive Tablescape

Summer Honey-Themed Outdoor Dining. Celebrate warm weather and summer with a honey-themed dinner, handmade beehives, honey dipper gift and bee-themed dessert board!

Leaf-Themed Tablescape

Dollar Store Stamped Leaf Napkins. Dress up your Autumn table by creating DIY stamped napkins with leaves from your neighborhood or a special place!

What kind of table would you use this over the table rod system to create?

Let me know in the comments!

xoxo

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12 Beautiful Easter Tablescape Ideas!

One of my favorite things about Easter is setting a beautiful table! So many different colors,styles, textures and ways you can create a gorgeous Easter tablescape. And they aren’t hard! Check out these 12 Beautiful Easter Tablescape Ideas!! 

Easy Easter Tablescape @ Rosemary & Thyme

I adore the pink and white gingham plates and pretty pops of gold on the Easter napkins. Plus making nests in dessert cups is such a cute idea!

Green and White Easter Table Setting @ Home With Holiday

If you love rustic, you will love this Easter table. The moss runner in the center is so pretty with flowers and bunnies. Plus the natural theme is carried over in the wicker chargers.

Soft and Lovely Easter Tablescape @ A Wonderful Thought

Make an egg centerpiece for a beautiful Easter table. I also love the pie wrapped up on each plate.

Easter Bunny Napkin Fold and Table Setting Idea @ Sand & Sisal

Kim’s coastal Easter table is so pretty. I love the shades of green and blue plus the way she wrapped the napkin in a bunny shape!

Easter Tablescape @ Pink Peonies

I love pink so of course I had to share this beautiful table with subtle shades of pink!

Tips to Set an Easter Tablescape @ Pizzazzerie

Make a little floral easter basket for your guests like this table. Moss bunnies are so pretty and compliment the gorgeous pink and white plates.

Pink and Green Easter Table Setting @ Romancing The Home

Set a romantic table with fresh blooms, stately rabbits and add sparkle with elevated glassware and silverware.

Sunny & Fresh Easter Tablescape @ Rosemary & Thyme

Another beautiful tablescape from Rosemary & Thyme. It’s so happy with the cheerful yellow gingham and sweet bunny plates.

Botanical Easter Brunch Table @ Lia Griffith

Botanical tables are perfect for spring! Lia Griffith made paper nests with pretty eggs at each place setting and I love the addition of wood chargers.

Simple Navy, Blue, and White Easter Tablescape @ Life on Virginia Street

I love nautical for spring and this table is perfect with the crisp navy and white runner nad plates. The wood accents pair perfectly.

Spring and Easter Tablescape @ Start at Home

A beautiful Easter table doesn’t need to be complicated. Create a pretty arrangement for the center of your table like this one. Fresh flowers, greens and a sweet birdhouse look so pretty and can be displayed all spring!

Simple Daffodil Easter Tablescape @ Bless’er House

Another example of a simple tablescape that is so fresh and pretty with the addition of gorgeous daffodils.

And here’s a couple Easter Table ideas that I have made: 

How to Make an Egg Carton Spring Centerpiece

This was one of my favorite projects. I upcycled egg containers into a wreath shape and added some natural elements.

Blue and Yellow Easter Table

I added the flowers to the top of a tiered tray for an elevated and useful centerpiece. I love the blue and yellow colors for spring!

Colorful Cottage Easter Tablescape

I combined some colorful patterned plates and made a centerpiece on a long cutting board with moss accents and pops of pink!

Have a creative day!

xoxo

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Colorful Spring Cottage Table Setting

I love the simple cottage look, but the creator in me also loves COLOR! Cottage-style spring table uses bright patterned plates and a whimsical moss bunny and branches centerpiece. I love the way it turned out and the COLOR it brings to our new home!

22 Spring Table Setting Ideas

I am sharing my COLORFUL Spring table and I am joining 21 other creative friends who are also sharing beautiful table setting ideas. Be sure to scroll down to the bottom to see all of the amazing ideas!!

Anchor a Spring Table with a Centerpiece

This Spring centerpiece is anchored with a moss bunny. I echoed the moss in the bunny with moss in the round spheres. I used two different sizes of spheres – 2 large spheres and 3 small spheres. Color is brought to the centerpiece through bright faux flowers sprinkled throughout and fresh lemons.

Bring Texture to the Table

I brought texture to the tablescape with raffia placemats and a textured natural and white patterned runner. The natural colors and textures blend in with the natural-looking moss and wood centerpiece.

Colorful Patterned Plates

Colorful patterned plates bring a whimsical element and bring so much color to the table. The plates are great for several different styles — farmhouse, cottage, modern and bohemian.

Layer Plates

Layering the colorful plates over simpler ruffled plates makes the table more interesting. The plates underneath are simple which makes the patterned plates POP and the edges of the plates have a colored rim which ties the plain plates to the colorful plates on top.

Coordinating Pillows

Adding pillows to the chairs or bench in a spring table makes the table seem cozier. It also echoes the color in the tablescape and pulls it all together.

Small Vases on Each Plate

Adding small vases on top of each plate setting adds the final beautiful touch. You can also add a place card to each bottle and use them as place settings if you want!

22 Beautiful Spring Table Settings

22 Beautiful Spring Tables


Colored Glass Spring Table - My 100 Year Old Home // Spring Table Setting Decorating Ideas - Hallstrom Home // Colorful Spring Cottage Table - Tatertots & Jello // Spring Table Setting Decorating Ideas - The Handmade Home



How to Arrange Simple Table Decor - Happy Happy Nester // Simple Spring Tablescape Decor Ideas - Twelve On Main // Spring Tablescape - Craftberry Bush // Simple Spring & Easter Table Decor - The Happy Housie // Simple Spring Tablescape with Colorful Blooms - Inspiration For Moms 



Romantic Spring Table - Modern Glam // Easter Basket Centerpiece Two Ways - Sincerely Marie Designs // Budget Friendly Sustainable Tablescape - Cassie Bustamante // A Lovely Spring Table - Finding Lovely



Vintage Inspired Warm Pink & Yellow Spring Table - The DIY Mommy // Blue and White Spring Table - A Blue Nest // Minimalisitic Spring Table - Taryn Whiteaker Designs // Simple And Lovely Spring Tablescape - She Gave It A Go // Colorful Spring Table Settings - Jennifer Maune 



Spring Table Decorating Ideas - My Sweet Savannah // Spring Table Setting Decorating Ideas - Art Of Everyday Living // A Spring Tablescape - Zevy Joy // Fresh And Natural Spring Table - Life Is Better AT Home

Have a Beautiful Day!

xoxo

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Thank you TT&J for allowing me to share one of my creative inspirations!

Brittney — your table is GORGEOUS!!

I love Brittney’s style. Here are a few of my favorite projects she has made:

Check out Brittney’s Kitchen Redo!! And get her tips and tricks on painting cabinets!!

And aren’t her Stenciled Kitchen Towels so pretty?

I have a HUGE crush on Brittney’s DIY Kitchen Island makeover. Beautiful!!

You will love following along with Brittney in her DIY and Creative adventures.

And be sure to stop by My Suite Bliss today for her fantastic giveaway!!

 

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