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Home » How to Create a Brown & Tan Poolside Tablescape For Two

in Outdoor Entertaining· Tablescapes

How to Create a Brown & Tan Poolside Tablescape For Two

I wanted to create a romantic lovely tablescape for two poolside using these brown and tan striped napkins. This tablescape created years ago when we lived in Texas. It was a dream come true to have a pool in the backyard and I miss having one. Even if you don’t have a pool in your backyard you can still create a romantic table for two using my tips and tricks.

How to Create a Brown & Tan Poolside Tablescape For Two

Setting the Stage

First things first, let’s set the scene. Find yourself a sturdy table or surface that can hold two place settings. Make sure to set it up so you can soak in the serenity of the poolside oasis or garden. I used a wicker footstool for my little romantic dinner for two. We just sat on the patio no chairs needed.

The Foundation For Poolside Tablescape for Two

Now, let’s talk layers. First I laid down earthy brown placemats that ground the entire setting in rustic elegance. They’re the perfect canvas for what’s to come.

How to Create a Brown & Tan Poolside Tablescape For Two

Plate Pretty

For our plates, we’re keeping it classic with crisp white dinner plates, topped with tan salad plates. It’s a subtle contrast that’s simply delightful.

How to Create a Brown & Tan Poolside Tablescape For Two

When I first was putting this tablescape together I didn’t have any salad plates that would work with this color combination so I went to the thrift store and what to my wondering eyes should appear but 4 four brand new taupe/tan colored salad plates!! $3.99 for 4!

Brown and Tan Striped Napkins

Ah, the napkins! Picture perfect in brown and tan stripes, adding just the right amount of pattern and texture. I bought these napkins at Crate and Barrel outlet in Texas years ago. Here is a similar striped napkin from Pottery Barn.

Folding the napkin into thirds and then in half created a rectangle shape. Cinching them in the middle by sliding a cute white pip berry napkin ring to the middle creates a pretty look.

Glassware Glamour

Raise a glass to simplicity with clear glass goblets that let your beverages shine. Their transparency adds an air of elegance to the table, don’t you think?

Candlelit Charm

As the sun dips below the horizon, let the magic of candlelight take center stage. Dot the table with a couple of black metal votive candle holders, each one casting a soft, flickering glow that dances on the water’s surface.

Create brown and tan tablescape for four

Using the same theme of white dishes, brown and tan striped napkins and brown woven placemats I set the outdoor table for four!

How to Create a Brown & Tan Poolside Tablescape For Two

For the centerpiece I placed a white metal lantern and filled the bottom with sea shells. Plus I added a few more black metal votive candle holders. Easy and elegant!

In Conclusion

With a little creativity and a lot of love, you can create a poolside or garden affair to remember. So gather your nearest and dearest, pour a glass of something sparkling, and let the good times roll. Here’s to summer soirées and making memories that last a lifetime!

How to Create a Brown & Tan Poolside Tablescape For Two

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  1. Candice @ Fashionably Organized says

    August 25, 2010 at 10:30 pm

    beautiful napkin rings they would look great on my dining room table

    Reply
  2. Kathryn says

    April 16, 2010 at 11:43 pm

    I tweeted!!
    @my3adorablekids

    Reply
  3. Kathryn says

    April 16, 2010 at 11:42 pm

    Those are so cute!! I'm entering!
    my3adorablekids@yahoo.com

    Reply
  4. Ridgely (Grandma J @ Dear Angelene) says

    April 16, 2010 at 9:38 pm

    So soothing .. the muted taupes and browns with the bright white. Very lovely. I also like the flowers of the napkin rings against the graphic stripes — very appealing contrast. Great tablescape!

    Reply
  5. Lia at Petite Little Bee says

    April 16, 2010 at 1:27 pm

    Such a very beautiful table. Very elegant and soft!!

    Reply
  6. Johanna says

    April 16, 2010 at 12:20 pm

    This napking rings are very unique. I like the whole setting.
    Greetings, Johanna

    Reply
  7. Barbara says

    April 16, 2010 at 11:02 am

    Love the color…I am always looking for great ideas for my lake house, which is my beach house since I moved to central Texas. I have four tables to set there and like to do each one different. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  8. Blondie's Journal says

    April 15, 2010 at 10:47 pm

    This is a really pretty tablescape. Love the taupe dishes and napkins (perfect match!). They look cute tied in a bow shape!

    Nicely done. So glad I stopped by!

    xoxo
    Jane

    Reply
  9. Atticmag says

    April 15, 2010 at 10:45 pm

    Your taupe scheme is very sophisticated. I like the look. — Jane F.

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  10. Red Couch Recipes says

    April 15, 2010 at 9:50 pm

    Don't you just love Tai Pan Trading. I love both of your tablescapes you have posted. Your table napkins you sewed…the fabric is so cute! I like your bold style of tablescaping. Joni

    Reply
  11. Kathy says

    April 15, 2010 at 9:43 pm

    I love the lantern on the table! Your table would be so inviting on a warm summer night. __I hope I win the napkin rings 🙂

    Reply
  12. Mimi says

    April 15, 2010 at 9:22 pm

    Beautiful table.

    Reply
  13. Rachel says

    April 15, 2010 at 7:29 pm

    Beautiful napkin rings!

    I'd love to be entered in your give-away. I'm blessed that I found your blog.

    Blessings to you!

    Reply
  14. Tricia says

    April 15, 2010 at 4:50 pm

    What a lovely, serene color scheme! The bow-tie napkins look wonderful atop your salad plates — so elegant!

    Reply
  15. Lady Katherine says

    April 15, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    Love the beach feel of your table setting! The napkin rings look great with it! I love to have them too.

    Reply
  16. xinex says

    April 15, 2010 at 1:28 pm

    What a lovely giveaway! The table is really lovely too, I love those black candle holders and your dishes and napkins look so good with this tablescape. I need to check our dollar store for the candle holders!….Christien

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  17. Anita @ Far Above Rubies says

    April 15, 2010 at 1:00 pm

    I LOVE taupe! Love those plates too. Love how you did the napkins and the napkin rings are fabulous!

    Reply
  18. Brandi says

    April 15, 2010 at 6:27 am

    Those are so cute, perfect for spring.

    Reply
  19. Jen Sue Wild says

    April 15, 2010 at 5:47 am

    These napkin rings are awsome. They reminde me of spring you know real spring not the snowey spring I am haveing.

    Reply
  20. Sharon says

    April 15, 2010 at 4:56 am

    SO BEAUTIFUL! Love how crafty, thrifty and talented you are! Hopefully I can win one of your beautiful napkin rings! 🙂

    Reply
  21. Maya @ Completely Coastal says

    April 15, 2010 at 4:51 am

    Love your lantern!! I have two but they are much smaller. Yes, please enter me for the lovely napkin rings!!!!

    Reply
  22. Katie@LeBeauPaonVictorien says

    April 15, 2010 at 4:40 am

    A very lovely "beachy" tablescape! I love it!
    The taupe colors and the brown remind me of a sandy beach and striped umbrellas and really make the white pop!
    I have those same black candle holders…from the Dollar Tree! LOL!

    Reply
  23. Marianne says

    April 15, 2010 at 3:44 am

    Your table is really looking like summer time! I love all the seashells (and of course the napkin rings) and would love to win some napkin rings.

    Reply
  24. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    April 15, 2010 at 3:16 am

    Luv those napkin rings…I should…I have some just like them! PRETTY tablescape:)

    Blessings,
    Linda
    I’m having a GIVEAWAY…come by and enter…I think you will like it!

    Reply
  25. Cricket And Scott says

    April 15, 2010 at 2:59 am

    Ok I left you a message, I put something on my recipe blog about it with pictures. http://www.cricketscafe.blogspot.com/
    and I put it on my facebook profile….I really want those napkin rings and I really want everyone to know about you!!
    Cricketheffron@yahoo.com

    Reply
  26. Sharon Haynie says

    April 15, 2010 at 2:57 am

    Beautiful table! Next time I'm in SLC I'm heading to Tai Pan!!!

    Reply
  27. Rachel says

    April 15, 2010 at 2:39 am

    Wahoo! Another give away of your cute napkin rings. Pick me!

    Reply
  28. Cricket And Scott says

    April 15, 2010 at 2:36 am

    I am from Florida living in Utah the past 17 years. Your tablescape made me so happy. I could feel the breeze and smell the ocean…thanks for the great memories!!

    Cricketheffron@yahoo.com

    Reply
  29. Joanne Kennedy says

    April 15, 2010 at 2:04 am

    How pretty! I love those colors too. Your napkin fold was lovely and I'm going to try it sometime soon.

    Oh I just KNOW someday I'm going to finally be the winner of your great napkin rings.

    Though being number one I doubt if it will be this time.

    Hugs,
    Joanne

    Reply
  30. Elizabeth (blue clear sky) says

    April 15, 2010 at 2:03 am

    Your tablescape is very pretty! I love the colors and the beach theme is perfect for outdoors too. The napkin rings are so pretty.

    Reply

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