Modern Blues

The winter blues are starting to set in. You’re tired, possibly under the weather, or just sick of being cold. So, now is the time to lift spirits and chase away the dreary days with a gathering of friends. Liven up your table with inviting blues, bold patterns, and delicious food.

A galvanized charger plate, basic white dinner plate, and light blue salad plate lend a subdued backdrop to this bold navy and white geometric bowl I found at Home Goods the other day.  The bowl is accented with a navy cloth napkin and understated DIY greenery napkin ring.  The napkin ring is made simply by wrapping a six inch piece of a wired green paper like garland around the napkin.  It turned out to be exactly what this place setting needed.  The place settings are then brought together with a classic navy and white stripe table runner, etched wine glasses, basic silverware, and a simple centerpiece.  Below you will see to different centerpiece ideas.

This centerpiece consists of a faux potted plant atop a weathered white candle holder and a bold navy and white pitcher.
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An alternative centerpiece would be to change out the pitcher with the matching smaller candle holder and top it with a geometric sphere instead of a candle to create a unique centerpiece to inspire creative conversation.