3 stylish ideas for your alfresco table

With our backyard going through major renovations lately, I’ve really missed the fun of setting a pretty outdoor table.

The minute I saw these concrete taper holders I knew this was my next DIY project. I think they look so chic mixed in with layers of fresh eucalyptus, don’t you think?

Combined with a gray and black themed table too. It’s pure garden elegance.

Anthropologie sold a version that’s no longer available but I found plenty of DIY cement pillars to choose from. Here’s one tutorial that offers lots of possibilities. As soon as I get done with some of our bigger projects, I want to make these.

Another idea on my to-do list is this one. Last weekend I stopped by the Urban Gardener in Newport Beach and when I saw their lighting display I instantly filed this idea away.

I can’t wait to get my new lights up so I can do this.

Adding little strips of fabric to your outdoor light strands is so simple and you can get creative with your color and patterns.

I’d like to use muslin and cotton strips in shades of white and cream. Especially with a few lace remnants added. Wouldn’t that be so pretty at night?

The other detail I noticed in their garden were these green apples (real ones) sitting in topiaries. It reminded me of how wonderful it looks when you mix real fruit into your centerpieces.

I’ve seen small inexpensive crates like this sold at craft stores like Michael’s. And these crates could be stained or distressed before putting your topiary inside.

Adding a French metal number similar to THESE ones sold on Etsy would dress it up too.

Have you been enjoying your outdoor space this summer?

I hope so.

Right now I’m trying to recover from an awful cough and cold that took me by surprise. Got my meds yesterday though so I hope to be back posting soon.

xo

Leslie