Summer Farm Table Decorating Ideas
Simple Summer tablescape decorating ideas, with a relaxed coastal feel. I decorated my reclaimed wood farm table with natural elements, like starfish, vintage fishing floats and woven place-mats for a fresh Summertime vibe in our casual dining area.
Summertime… and the livin’ is easy…
But not at the cottage. This girl has been busy, and that means this girl is behind! So please squint your eyes and pretend you aren’t seeing the old door color. Yeah. I did this one a bit ago, and hadn’t had a spare minute to blog it, until now. I loved it so much, I couldn’t bare to skip over it and not share.
Coastal Cottage Farmhouse Decorating Ideas
The minute I got the new farm table, a tablescaper was born. Not a fancy one by any means. But a passionate one. Something about this table, just makes me want to style it and decorate it! I’ll always lean casual, and I love easy, effortless décor the very most!
A few new goodies were added to my table decorating stash after a trip to HomeGoods, and I could not wait to play with them! I’m so happy to take a few minutes to share this one with you. I did it right before my mom came, and she loved it. Because the table sits in the middle of the kitchen, living room and sun room… it set the tone for the whole house. She was so cute, she didn’t want to dismantle it for our everyday meals.
I started the table with the round woven place mats, and used my white dinner plates and the aqua salad plates. The recycled glasses were a prior purchase from HomeGoods and the bowls are new!
And because HomeGoods is pretty much a day trip for me… and I liked the tiny floral pattern so much, I picked up the napkins, table runner, placemats and a tablecloth. I didn’t want to regret leaving anything behind.
I don’t like to wake up in the middle of the night, in a cold sweat, over table linens!
Well, fast forward to getting home and trying my new things out… and I liked the napkins best. Ha. Just goes to show, sometimes simple is best.
I think covering up my table isn’t going to happen often either. I seem to prefer getting to see that beautiful wood.
I did however, use both the lanterns I picked up! I know… I am so drawn to them though, and these were so airy and lightweight, made from Balsa wood I think? Battery operated and perfect for outdoors too. So Summery!
I already had the glass fishing floats, and adding them provided extra interest and a little sparkle to the table.
The only thing I forgot, was to add silverware! Minor detail right?
And I didn’t even notice until after I took all the pictures.
Don’t fire me okay?
A few of my favorite vintage mason jars, gathered in an old freezer basket found their way onto the apothecary cabinet, and those French canisters never did make it down to The Little Cottage…
Maybe later. They are much enjoyed here, where I can see them every day.
Along with fresh Stock, that smells like sweet & spicy Carnations.
To indulge my table decorating desires, I’ve cut back on buying pillow.
Yes, it’s still me. I promise!
Interesting fact. This stuff takes up way less room. hahaha
As much as I like new goodies… I still have to have a few old crusty things thrown in the mix!
Like perfectly patina’ed pots, and vintage fans.
Do you remember standing in front of a fan when you were a kid and talking into it, and making noises?
We sure knew how to entertain ourselves.
Thanks for stopping by our humble home, and indulging my new found table decorating attempts!!
We can try new things and learn together.
And y’all can remind me to put silverware on the table next time.
Because no one wants to eat a meal with a starfish.
I’ve included convenient clickable shopping links below for you. Some may be affiliate links. Click here for full disclosure.
SHOPPING SOURCES & INFO:
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Better Homes & Gardens: Metal X Back Dining Chairs [click here]
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HomeGoods: Drapes/Curtains, Blue Glass Lamp, White Ruffled Throw, White Pillow, Sequin Pillow, SEA, Baskets, Sailboat, Mirror, Lanterns, Linens, Bowls, Glasses.
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Blinds.Com: White Faux Wood Plantation Shutters [click here]
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Chunky Jute Rug, in Bleached (living room) [click here]
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Braided Rug (under farm table) [click here]
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Door Color: Click Here For Details or Here for the new color.
Kathy says
Where can we purchase some of these beautiful things?
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Hi Kathy, at the end of the post, I share an area marked SOURCES and I list most things there. If I missed something particular, let me know and I’ll do my best to tell you where I got it 🙂
Fabiana says
Shannon, you have that magic touch! Your home looks amazing and the photography is superb! I always look forward to your latest posts.
xoxo
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
I’m telling you girl, it’s that farm table. I love that big hunk-O-wood 🙂
Mary P says
Very pretty. All my colors.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks Mary 🙂
Darlene says
Shannon, I just love your style and the blue colours! They just grab me like no other. I am a blue, any colour through and through girl. Keep up the good work. Love the mix of old and new.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
What is it about blue? It’s so happy and calming all at the same time!
Happy Summertime.
Terri Hughes says
Beautiful…….I love it. You did a great job!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank Terri!!! xo
Nancy Trotta says
Shannon, Your sense of humor is so refreshing. I love that you aren’t overly concerned with perfection. I mean that in a good way–MS would have reshot the photos and she has a huge staff running her blog. You do it all by yourself. I can relate to you and your followers and I love you. I too have a table all set, all the time for my own enjoyment. I don’t entertain anymore but I still love to see the beautiful things I’ve collected over 45 years. My kids probably think I’m strange but it’s my idea of fun. No one should discourage their mom by telling them to downsize because they are getting on in life. There’s a difference between hoarding and collecting. I’d love to hear your take on this.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
There was really no going back by the time I noticed. I had taken the previous set off because they didn’t match (they were coppery) and simply forgot to got grab my silver set! Whoops 😉 Yes, that is correct. It’s just me. I dot he shopping, styling, photography, editing and writing. No help, no assistants. I so enjoy it was well. Especially since it’s so visible. I’m glad you enjoy your things, and seeing them out. That is wonderful. If they bring you joy, that is lovely. I also like to be surrounded my pretty trinkets and things that make me smile. I think if it’s not dusty in storage, and you use and enjoy it, you should keep it. We told our son he can have a heck of an estate sale when we pass, not to feel bad about getting rid of things, and to have fun with the money!
Rachel says
Very pretty! Where did you buy that double mason jar vase please?
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks so much! I think I recall my mom getting that at a vintage show many years ago. We traded some decor and she let me borrow this one.
Since I use it all the time, she lets me keep it 🙂