11 Dining Table Decor Everyday Ideas

Dining table decor everyday ideas can be as simple as a pretty runner with candles and a bowl of fruit or as elaborate as an over the top centerpiece that costs more than your china.

The key is to keep it simple and easy to remove for the times when you need the space to serve your family and guests.

The dining room is generally the most formal room in your house. It’s where you have special family dinners, elegant dinner parties with friends, and fun holiday dinners.

It’s also the space where you can have a little fun with your home decor. Your dining table is like a blank canvas that can be filled with personality and style. The best part is that you can change it as often as you like.

1. A serving tray

This is my #1 go-to when it comes to dining table decor! It’s a great way to corral items together and make your table look neat and tidy. Plus, you can easily move it off the table when it’s time to eat.

I like to start with a tray and then add in a few decorative items like a vase, candlesticks, or a bowl.

2. A table runner

Table runners are a great way to add color and pattern to your dining table. You can find table runners in all sorts of colors and patterns, and they are a great way to set the tone for your dining table decor.

I love the look of a table runner with a simple centerpiece, but you can also use a runner as a base for your centerpiece if you want to add even more to your table.

3. A table centerpiece

I’ve already shared with you how I love to use a centerpiece to fill in the middle of the table, but it’s worth mentioning again.

This is a great way to add a pop of color and also to add some height to your table.

I used a cake stand to elevate the flowers and then added in a few other vases to fill in the rest of the table.

4. A set of matching dishes

I know, I know, this one is a bit obvious. But I had to include it because I’m a firm believer in having a set of matching dishes.

It doesn’t have to be a fancy set, but having a matching set of plates and bowls makes setting the table so much easier.

You can also add a set of salad plates to your collection, which is a simple way to elevate your table setting. And if you’re feeling really fancy, you can add some coordinating serving pieces to your collection.

I love my white dishes, but you can choose any color or pattern that speaks to you. Just make sure you have enough place settings for your family and a few extras for guests.

5. A collection of vases

I love to collect vases and have them on hand to use as a centerpiece on my dining room table.

It’s so easy to fill them with fresh flowers and greenery. I used a collection of milk glass vases here and filled them with roses and eucalyimal branches.

I also love to use a collection of bud vases with a few stems of flowers in each. You can mix and match your vases or use a set of matching vases. It’s such an easy way to make a big statement with flowers and greenery.

6. A set of candleholders

Candleholders are a great way to add a little something to your table without going overboard. These are a set of three that I love to use. I also have a set of five and a set of seven that I mix and match.

I also like to use flameless candles for everyday decor because they are safe and you don’t have to worry about blowing them out at the end of the night. I linked the ones I use in the supplies section below.

7. A set of placemats

Placemats are a great way to add texture and color to your table. Plus they help to protect your table linens from spills and stains.

I love layering my placemats with a charger and a napkin. It adds so much dimension and interest to the table.

Here, I layered a wicker placemat with a wooden charger. I love the combination of the two textures. The napkin is a simple white linen napkin, but the frayed edge adds a little something extra to the look.

8. A tablecloth

Tablecloths are one of the best ways to add softness and texture to your dining table decor.

They can be as casual or as fancy as you want, and they come in so many different colors and patterns.

I love to use a tablecloth as a base layer for my table decor and then add a runner or placemats on top.

9. A set of napkins

You can never have too many sets of napkins. They are a great way to add color, texture, and pattern to your table.

You can also mix and match napkins to create a fun and unique look. This is a great way to use up any extra napkins you may have collected over the years.

I love the look of blue and white, so I used two different patterns of napkins to create a layered look. I also used a simple napkin ring to add a little extra detail to the place setting.

10. A set of napkin rings

I use napkin rings every single day. It’s a small touch, but it adds a little something extra to a table setting. I have a few sets of napkin rings that I rotate.

I love these simple gold napkin rings, and these silver ones are great too. These marble napkin rings are so beautiful, and I love the colors.

I also love these acrylic napkin rings. I use a lot of acrylic in my home, and I love the way these napkin rings look. I also love this set of napkin rings. I love the mix of marble and gold.

11. A set of tablecloths

I love a good tablecloth, but sometimes they can be a bit fussy. To make it easy, I keep a set of tablecloths on hand that are machine washable. I have a few sets of white tablecloths and a few sets of tablecloths with color.

These are a great way to add some personality to your table without having to worry about stains. I also like to keep a set of table runners on hand for the same reason!

Conclusion

Remember, the best dining room table centerpieces are ones that are simple and don’t interfere with your dining experience.

Make sure that your table decor doesn’t take up too much room and that it doesn’t hide your dinner guests from one another.