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How to create a festive table setting

Are you excited about finding new ways to be creative with your table settings? Laying the table is so much more than just plates, glasses, and silverware – it’s all about those little details that make the occasion feel special. Let’s get the party started!

A festive table setting with white plates, POKAL glasses and decorative oranges and lemons on plates on a BERGSHYTTAN table.

How you succeed with a candle-lit dinner party

When you throw a party, it’s all about making everyone feel relaxed and comfortable, whether you’re meeting new friends or catching up with old ones. To create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, there are three things to think about when setting up your table: textiles, color, and light.

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People are playing cards at a festive dinner table with candle sticks, wine glasses and plates with cheese and crackers.
People are gathered around a dinner table for a meal of cheese and fresh fruit, all in a cosy, atmosphere with candles.
People are gathered around a dinner table for a meal of cheese and fresh fruit, all in a cosy, atmosphere with candles.

An effortless table setting for family festivities

To make a get-together feel extra special, start by picking a color scheme and let it guide you. It doesn’t have to be monochrome but don’t go too wild if you want to achieve this style – this table offers a pleasant combination of blues and beiges and other soft pastels.

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A bright dining room has a ROSENTORP extendable table that has been pulled out to accommodate five chairs and one highchair.
A ROSENTORP extendable table has been set for a festive meal with soup served in bowls and dumplings on a serving plate.
A dotted/light beige DAGGASTER plate and bowl has a soup made of mushrooms, tofu and noodles, next to a bowl of avocados.
A dotted/light beige DAGGASTER bowl is placed on a plate, with two chopsticks on top of the bowl and cutlery on the side.

Surprise someone special with a creative birthday party

When hosting a birthday party, you want to set a stunning table. Everything should work together to set the mood and make both the person at the center of attention and all the guests feel special. This is how you do it without having to dig too deep into your wallet.

There’s no need for fancy dinnerware – the surprise is in the details! This table setting has paper napkins folded into fun shapes and delicious fruit as decoration (they may or may not be part of the dessert).

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A BERGSHYTTAN table has a table setting with white plates and POKAL glasses and decorative oranges and lemons on plates.
A birthday table setting has white plates with yellow paper napkins, POKAL glasses and plates with oranges and lemons.
A yellow NATTBAD Bluetooth speaker is placed on a table that’s been decorated in yellow and orange for a festive party.

A minimalistic table setting – with hygge

Put simply, the Danish expression “hygge” is about slowing down and stepping away from the busy pace of everyday life to enjoy calm, cozy moments. With that mindset, a brunch is more than a combination of breakfast and lunch – it’s an experience.

You’ll want a delicious menu, great company, and plenty of time to chat over coffee and croissants (or whatever your favorite treats are) – all served up in a setting that feels as good as it looks.

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An eagle-eye’s view of an ÅLHULT extendable table in black/brown has a bench and chairs around it and is set for a brunch.
A dining area featuring an ÅLHULT extendable table surrounded by four chairs and accented by a BACKSTÖRN LED pendant lamp.
A bowl with yoghurt, muesli and blueberries are placed next to a lilac-coloured GLADELIG mug and a champagne flute.