I just love to style my table for different holidays and seasons. It’s always so much fun to me to switch things up and incorporate more of a seasonal touch. My tip is to keep it simple and just add a few touches here and there to keep it cost friendly and effective. I didn’t want to go too crazy on my valentines tablescape since it is such a short holiday, but I did want to add a few pieces to give it a romantic feel. I wanted to create a vintage valentines tablescape.
Keep on reading to see just how I styled it and what pieces I used for it as well!
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Ironstone Dishes
So I recently became obsessed with collecting ironstone dishes. I just love the look of simplicity they have and they really give off that vintage farmhouse vibe, which is what I am going for.
In reality, I am actually trying to downsize my Rae Dunn collection and focus more on building up my ironstone collection instead.
I never thought I would see the day! It is so funny how your style can change from year to year. A year ago, I would have been standing out in the cold waiting for TJ Maxx to open just so I could hopefully get my hands on some kind of Rae Dunn piece.
But now, I could care less. Give me all the vintage, chippy dishes! I just love how much character they have.
Anyway, I recently stumbled across a complete set of ironstone teacups and saucers at one of our local antique shops (It’s called The Garage and I shared all about it in one of my previous posts. Click here if you want to read more about the store!).
And I was just giddy with excitement. The set was in great shape and I got them for an amazing price. Each piece ended up being only $2.67 so you definitely couldn’t beat that deal! And I couldn’t believe I found a whole set that matched.
I immediately thought they would be perfect for a tablescape. The teacups are just so dainty and feminine and I was drawn to create a romantic valentines day themed tablescape with them. So this is where my inspiration began!
Hearth and Hand Napkins
Another thing that inspired me for my vintage valentines tablescape were those beautiful blush colored napkins you see above.
You can find them at Target and they are a part of the Hearth and Hand collection. I was immediately drawn to them when I saw them in the store. The color is perfect and just what I was looking for.
I didn’t want anything obnoxious like hot pink or anything like that. I wanted something that I could also transition into spring decor as well. So I think this was the perfect option.
They also have a beautiful table runner to match although I did not get that because I didn’t want to spend too much money.
Plus, I think my burlap table runner looks just fine with them and even gives it even more texture.
Hearth and Hand Garland
I was a sucker in the Hearth and Hand section when I went to Target and I was also drawn into buying this beautiful garland below. I loved how it had the soft blush touch to it too.
It matched the napkins perfectly and that made my OCD decor self very happy! I thought it would look perfect in my dough bowl.
If you saw my post about creating a winter tablescape a few weeks back, then you probably remember how I styled the dough bowl for that.
I kept it very similar, only switching up the garland and taking out all the orange slices I had in there. I kept my brass candlesticks in there because I wanted to continue with that romantic, cozy vibe as well.
Since I had an extra eucalyptus garland laying around and I decided to place that in the bottom of the dough bowl and put the new Hearth and Hand garland on top of that one to give it a more fuller appearance.
This garland can also easily transition into spring decor too so I plan on leaving out in my dough bowl for awhile.
Paper Hearts
You may remember from my most recent posts that I have also became obsessed with staining book pages and making crafts out of them.
I made a cute vintage valentines banner to go across my hutch in the dining room and I wanted to continue that look on my tablescape as well.
So when I was cutting out the paper hearts for that banner, I cut out a few extra to sprinkle across my tablescape too.
I mainly put them around my dough bowl on my table runner and I love the neutral valentines look it gives off. I also placed a single heart on each place setting to make it extra special.
Well, those were all the little touches I changed up to my table to create a vintage valentines tablescape. What do you guys think?!
I personally love how it turned out and it may be one of my most favorite tablescapes to date! I have never done a Valentine’s Day themed one before so this was definitely fun to create and style.
Thank you for stopping by today and I wish you all the best my friends!
I wish I could set my table up like that, but I have small children. Just beautiful!
Awe thank you! Yeah I don’t have any kids, but I do have a cat and he does like to mess some of my decor up from time to time!
I love decorating in small, subtle ways – this is perfect! I love it!
Thank you so much Lisa. I do too!
Great decorating the desk and it makes a lovely place. I think picking the colors for such an occasion is necessary and this has nice touch.
Yes I do too. Picking a color scheme is very important!
Such a lovely post! I love your blog design by the way. x
Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
This is such a lovely blog post and I love all of the details you’ve added in here, they are all so cute and adds a lovely touch!
Ayse x
Thank you! I am happy with how all the details turned out with it too!
God I wish I was as thoughtful as this! It looks lovely 😊
Thank you! You are too sweet Meaghan!
I never even think to do this. Your table is so beautiful, and I can definitely see a romantic dinner taking place there. Beautiful pictures.
Awe thank you! Yes, I think we will have a romantic dinner at home on Valentine’s Day and enjoy this tablescape!
This is such a beautiful and lovely set up! I love the thought and attention to detail that went into it. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Savannah. I am so happy with how it turned out as well!
What a beautiful and creative tablescape! I love that it’s not the cheesy red and pink theme that we see in store displays. This is simply elegant and cozy. Awesome job!
Thank you! Yes, I didn’t want anything that was hot pink or red. I wanted something more neutral for sure!
These are beautiful! Thank you for sharing!
Of course! Always happy to share! Thanks for stopping by!
I love this! It looks beautiful and I wish it would fit with my own home. Sadly, or not depending, my house is more modern and very minimal. But my mothers is quite like yours and I love it!
Awe thank you so much! I am very happy with how it turned out for sure!
Wow! Your Valentines table is beautiful I love the hearth and heart garland it is so cute!
Thank you! I do too! I am a sucker for anything that is Hearth and Hand!
This is so pretty ! You really have an eye for detail! Maybe I’ll have to come up with something for Valentine’s Day.
Thank you Jen. I appreciate that compliment! I would love to see what you come up with for Valentine’s Day too!
It’s so beautiful, I wish I was sitting there! lol. Lovely styling, I’m a fan of vintage and antiques. Oh my word, those teacups are gorgeous! The burlap you had went well and love the candles displayed and garlands!
Awe thank you so much. The burlap runner is actually leftover from our wedding decor! And the teacups are a vintage ironstone set I scored at a secondhand store a few weeks ago! I love them!
Oh wow that tablescape looks beautiful and can surely set a lovely mood.
Thank you! It really does put me in a great mood seeing it!
This is absolutely gorgeous. Honestly I don’t feel like i have the eye for decorating. I need to tap into my creative juices because this is fab!
Jenna
xoxo
Awe thank you so much! I didn’t really realize that I loved decorating until a few years ago either. Now, it is definitely a passion of mine!
omg – how freakin’ cute is this? Can you imagine having a home-cooked romantic meal at this table? wow i love this! I wish it was acceptable to have it decoration like this all year round (cos I would) your pictures are stunning – such a good post babe! x
Thank you Katelyn! I really appreciate it! I plan on leaving it up through the spring- without the hearts of course! I love it too and I don’t want to put it away too soon!
This is so incredibly lovely! I can’t wait to recreate this Valentines tablescape myself. x
Awe thank you! I would love to see it when you re-create it too! I’m sure it would look beautiful!
This is just beautiful. My children prohibit me from setting a table like this but one day, I too will have something so beautiful! Well done. I love the idea!
Thank you! And I totally understand that. I don’t have children so I am not worried about my dishes tumbling over and breaking!
This look is rustic and pretty at the same time! I love that it doesn’t have the cliché Valentine’s theme look.
Thank you! I do too! I was trying to stay away from the hot pinks and reds as much as I could this year!
This whole blog post is beautiful , I absolutely love going all out for the season holidays and your table was just incredible! I also love the fact I spotted lots of Rae Dunn accessories I have recently discovered and fallen in love with the brand!! I am now going to have to follow your blog just because it’s is incredible 💕💕💕💕
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Awe thank you so much Emma! I really appreciate all your sweet words. And yes, I love going all out for the seasons and holidays too! And I love Rae Dunn as well!!
Gorgeous plates! Love the big platter in the centre as well. Great taste.
Thank you so much! I was so happy to find those plates too. I love them!
Your table looks incredible! I always enjoy your interiors posts, you have beautiful taste. I love the little paper hearts here too, such a nice touch x
Sophie
Thank you. I really appreciate that compliment! I love the little hearts too! it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day!
The ironstone cups are so pretty! I had no idea the style and material was called ironstone, but I LOVE it, and can see how it can become a quick obsession. I may be addicted already . . .
I know right?! I am so addicted to finding a few more pieces of it too!!
The ironstone cups are so pretty! I love the style of them so much, the whole post is beautiful. I really like the idea of decorating for holidays, just so simple but effective with how cute the aesthetic is. Will definitely consider doing this when I get my own place.
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Awe thank you Julia. I appreciate it! I love simple decor for holidays too so I try to share as much of it as I can!
I am in love with this, wish i had a table that could be styled like that.
Awe thank you so much! I definitely love styling our table, but we don’t have any kids either so it makes it easier. I wouldn’t leave all those breakable dishes out if we did!
This is so cute – love the ironstone dishes!
Sophie // SophieMLoves
Thank you! I do too! I want to find more now!
This is such a gorgeous table set up! I love love love the cups and saucers!
Soph – https://sophhearts.com x
Thanks girl! I do too! I was so excited when I found them!
Just beautiful! Love the book page hearts!
Thank you so much Christine! I do too!
That table setting is just classy and rustic at the same time. So beautiful!
Awe thank you so much! I appreciate it! I love the classy and rustic feel to it too!
What a lovely set up! I hope you have a lovely valetines day xo
Makeup Muddle
Thank you! I hope you do as well!
I love Ironstone. I actually sell a lot of it in my shop https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/bumblebee166
(mostly blue and white) set the table at christmas with some blue and white Ironstone platters 🙂
Oh thank you for letting me know that! My favorite are the all white pieces!
Wonderful inspirations<3 <3
Thank you. I am happy to be able to inspire!
Decorating your table for different holidays sounds like such a fun thing to do! I love your Valentine’s Day design x
Awe thank you Jenny. I really appreciate it!
Gorgeous! I love when a simplicity makes a huge impact.
Thank you! I do too!
I love that this is simple and yet elegant! Total farmhouse decor vibes!
Thank you! Modern Farmhouse decor is what I strive towards!
I have never thought to decorate my table for Valentine’s dat….this is such a lovely idea.
Thank you! I can’t believe I didn’t think of it before either!
I love how little things make the table seem so much more special and appropriate yet easier to change up for other moods, events, and holidays. I love the idea of paper cut-outs on the table as well. They can be appropriate for the event and easy to store!
Thank you! Yes, it will be super easy to store and switch into spring decor!
This is so cute!! I hope you have a lovely Valentines Day 😊
Thank you my friend! I hope you do as well!