Around this time of the year, I always struggle with my home decor. The Fourth of July is over so I don’t want anymore red, white, and blue out. And it’s technically too early to pull out my fall decor (I say technically because I think it’s never too early for fall since it’s my favorite. But I know I would be judged if I did pull out the pumpkins this early lol). So I was trying to come up with some ideas on how I could style an easy summer tablescape.
I wanted something that I could leave up until early September, because let’s be honest- that’s about as long as possible that I can wait before decking out everything in pumpkin spice! But I also didn’t want to spend a bunch of money because it really isn’t that much time until then.
I decided to do a lemon theme because I already had a few pieces and I thought I could be able to add a few more pieces for my summer tablescape easily without breaking the bank.
Materials Needed for Easy Summer Tablescape:
- Place Mats
- Chargers
- Dishes
- Napkins
- Table Runner
- Decorative Lemons
- Other Decorative Lemon Decor (Such as lemon trees, lemon garland, etc. See below for some cute lemon decor ideas!)
As you can see from the list above, the materials needed for this easy summer tablescape are all very basic and pieces you probably already have on hand. For the most part, I had everything on hand too, expect for the lemon pieces that I picked up from Target.
If you notice from my previous tablescapes (such as my Fall Tablescape from last year or my Valentine’s Day Tablescape from earlier this year), I tend to keep all my place settings the same and I just rotate the centerpieces and other simple touches out every season.
I find that doing this gives me the change I crave, but it doesn’t cost me a fortune because I am reusing all the pieces that I can.
I use the same wicker place mat and galvanized charger every tablescape that I set up, and then I change out the dishes and napkins as well when I feel like it.
I kept my vintage ironstone dishes and tea cups out for this tablescape because I think they just look so cute with the lemons!
Setting Up The Tablescape
I try to keep my tablescapes nice and simple and stick to just a basic layout as I mentioned above. I use my burlap table runner most of the year (which is actually leftover wedding decor!) and then I stick a centerpiece right in the middle.
I usually use my big dough bowl, but since I got my new entryway table, I moved it there instead. So for now I just have a magnolia home galvanized metal tray as my centerpiece instead.
I filled up the tray with garlands that I already had on hand and then I placed a few lemons here and there inside it.
Ultimately, I would love to find another dough bowl that way I could have one on my dining room table and one on my entryway table as well.
But, they are pretty pricey so I may just have to wait before diving into that!
Since the tray isn’t as long as the dough bowl was on my table, I decided to add a cute little lemon tree on each side of the tray to fill up the space.
I found the trees at the Target dollar spot and they also had the same ones but with oranges instead too. I think oranges or lemons or basically anything citrusy would work perfect for an easy summer tablescape!
The base of the lemon trees are a nice light blue color, which matches my dinner napkins perfectly too! I also placed a faux lemon on every place setting on my tablescape as well.
So, that’s really all you need to create a super easy and simple summer tablescape that will last you all the way into fall. And I can’t wait for that!
What do y’all use for the transition between summer and fall as decor?! I would love to know below. I had also thought about doing sunflowers too, which I think would be very pretty, but I already had more lemon decor on hand.
And like I stated above, I did not want to spend a lot of money on this refresh! I hope I have given you all a few ideas on how to style an easy summer tablescape. If you’re looking for more summer decor options, check out my post on how to decorate your home for summer as well.
Absolutely beautiful!! You have great taste!!
Awe thank you. You are too sweet my friend!
I love the word ‘tablescape’ since that is just what this is. The plain plates and napkins give the lemons a subtle place, and I love the centerpiece. A few well chosen items and viola!
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it!
It looks great! Lemons make the perfect, simple summer decor!
Thank you. I think they do too!
This is such a lovely layout. That awkward time between seasons at the end of Summer can be challenging to decorate and I think this was a beautiful solution.
Yes it can be so awkward. Glad you liked this idea! I appreciate it!
This is such a cute set up! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely LOVE that tablescape – definitely something you’d see on Pinterest! It’s gorgeous!
Tash – A Girl with a View
Awe thank you so much! That just made my day! I appreciate it!
Those are some really really aesthetic pictures. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much. Glad you liked them!
I love the lemon theme, the yellow and white looks great. I’d love my table set up like this.
I love the lemon theme, the yellow and white go great together. I’d love to have my table set up like this 😊
Thank you so much! I am loving the lemon theme too!
This is really beautiful, I love the lemon theme you used.
Thank you so much! I am too!
Oooh! I love the tablescape for summer! So cute!! I like the more natural colors – nothing too flashy with red or blue. I like that the tablescape doesn’t need to cost a ton either. You can still go by with a few simple items :). I am learning a lot from these tablescape tutorials. Thanks for sharing!
Nancy ✨ exquisitely.me
Awe good! I am glad you are getting something out of this. That makes me feel good to hear that!
This looks absolutely beautiful. Perfect setup for summer. And I totally agree with you about the autumnal tones being the best. I’d love to have those colours all year x
Sophie
Thank you! I would too! Those colors are just so cozy!
I’m with you lady, fall is my favorite and it’s never too early for pumpkins! Lol. I love what you have set up now though
Thank you so much! Glad you wouldn’t think I was crazy then if I decided to pull out the pumpkins early!
Oh hun this is so chic and pretty! I love how you always make a feature of your dining table – you’re always so creative with your decor 🙂.
Quinn x
Awe thank you Quinn! I try to be! It’s fun for me to decorate!
This is such a beautiful way to dress up your table. I was looking at table runners the other day and thought it would look nice on our table. Great job!
Thank you so much! Yes I love table runners vs. tablecloths because you can still see some of your actual table underneath a runner!
Very nice style. I love The use of lemons and their natural colours. Thanks for the ideas,
Thank you! I appreciate that! I am loving the lemons here too!
Love this look – the teal w/lemons is so nice together! Like that it is easy & not too much – perfect for summer & pretty enough for Having guests. 💕
Thank you so much! I totally agree! I love the lemons and teal together too and I didn’t want it to appear too overwhelming!
Gorgeous table, it looks so effortless. I’d love to have so much more creativity to do this, it really brings a table / occasion together.
Thank you! I love styling tablescapes for different occasions. It is so much fun for me to do!
This looks super stunning! Thanks for sharing
xoxo Olivia | https://www.oliviaandbeauty.com
Thank you so much Olivia. I am glad you think so!
Love the lemon accents, definitely feels like summer! Simple but very striking. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much! I totally feel the same way about the lemons!
Great post! I love this! The decor is so nice and the design is so simplistic but lovely!
Thank you so much! I was trying to keep it simple and easy for sure!
When I have my own place, I’d love to decorate my table like this! This is such a lovely design and love the lemon theme.
Thank you so much Jenny! I am loving the lemon theme too!
This looks fabulous! I love mixing greenery with wood tones and the lemons mixed in provide just a fresh pop of color. I’m loving styling with lemons lately!
Thank you so much! I am loving styling with lemons as well here lately too!
I love how you decorated your table! It looks so gorgeous! x
Thank you Chrissy. I really appreciate that!
Thanks for sharing, this looks lovely, fresh and summery 🙂
Thank you! So glad you thought so!
I absolutely love the stripes, they remind me of summer so much, especially beach towels!
Love, Amie ❤
The Curvaceous Vegan
Oh yes! I didn’t even think about that, but they really do!
Oh wow, this is gorgeous, Charity! So summery and pretty. I’ve never thought about doing a tablescape before, we normally just have a vase of flowers from the garden. But this is much better, it lasts longer and citrus smells go better with food 🙂 Lisa x
Thank you so much! I love doing tablescapes! But we also don’t sit at the table very often so that’s probably why. It’s a lot of work to move things over to eat sometimes lol
Absolutely beautiful! I wish I could move to a bigger flat and buy proper furniture and a table like that. The one I have now isn’t really made for gatherings with setting it up nicely. But one day!
Teresa Maria | Outlandish Blog
Awe thank you! And yes I hope you can one day too!
I’ve never even heard of tablescaping before but this is beautiful and so creative. I love the lemons I think it makes it look so bright and cheery! Not going to lie, my table usually stays exactly the same all year round (apart from the mess that seems to get piled on top of it) wish I had the commitment to do this though! Thanks for the ideas x
Thank you so much! I love changing up my table and I try to do it every season! It makes it fun and interesting for me!
What a cute idea! I love how simple the design is yet still so pretty. Great job, it’s perfect for the summer!
Anika | chaptersofmay.com
Thank you so much! I think so too!
This is so beautiful! I’d love to have the creativity you have to make such gorgeous tablescapes. I can’t wait for when my family can come over next as I will be recreating this! Thank you for always inspiring me!
Em | http://www.loveemblog.com
This is such a lovely design and fits in so well in your home. You’re so talented to know what works and make it fit effortlessly into the tablescape!
Awe thank you so much Katie! I love styling tablescapes based on the different seasons!
I completely redecorate my house from colors to decor! Even my candle scents change!
Yes me too my friend! I have it all varied based on what season we are currently in!
This is my favorite one yet. I love the simple look of the greenery and the lemons. So summery and pretty.
Awe thanks so much Brooke! Glad you think so!
Your setup and these pictures are amazing! I love your aesthetic and I can’t wait to see more from you. I am gonna go over to twitter now and follow you, I am obsessed!
Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate that! You are too sweet!
Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate that. You are too sweet!
I just bought myself a lemon tree (more of a lemon bush….!) so this is a fun coincidence! Love the subtle colors. Thanks for the inspiration.
–Sue
http://www.susanberkkoch.com/blog
Oh yay! That is a very fun coincidence!
Love the theme. Lemons defintely give off the summer vibes. I love muted colours of it as well!
My table would look beautiful for all of 2 seconds before chaos erupted and it was all over the place 😂
Thanks for sharing!
Aimsy xoxo
Lol well thank you! We don’t have any kids, so thats why my table can stay this way! Although my cat does like to knock the lemons down occasionally!
I literally love how Pinterest Perfect this whole thing looks! You honestly are so creative an I love all the lemons! It has such summery, beach-view vibes!
Awe thank you! You are too sweet. I am loving the summer theme here too!
Love this setting theme so much! Do you have a link to your dishes by chance? I’ve been shopping for a simple white set since they’re so versatile 🙂
Awe thank you so much! I unfortunately don’t. These are vintage ironstone dishes. I found them at a local thrift shop and they were only like $1.50 a piece! So be sure to check some thrift shops that are local to you out if want to find a set like this!