Our team at Sun Cookery has thoughtfully curated our Foundations Box to be a collection of essential tabletop elements that make it simple to transform your table for a low-key gathering or for an elegant affair. Below are pictures and descriptions of 10 ways to style your table with the foundations box. The foundational pieces in this box were curated with a neutral palette so you can mix and match linens, flatware, dish ware, florals and more in an array of colors and textures. The inspiration when you are hosting is what YOU want it to be!
Stop scrolling for ideas and inspiration and look no further than your Foundations Box for 10 ways to style your table. We hope these ideas inspire you to infuse your personality into hosting, making each gathering an opportunity to share a little piece of you with your guests for an unforgettable experience.
1. The Basics with a Colorful Runner & Florals
- Start with the basics: placemats, neutral-colored napkins, textured napkin rings, and a set of vessels.
- Then incorporate a colorful runner and flowers.
Adding one colorful element such as the table runner or an array of flowers is an effortlessly way to infusing your table with charm and warmth.
Photo: courtesy of a Foundations Box enthusiast: Tracey. Thank you Tracey–we love the colorful addition of your table runner and those hydrangeas!
2. Get Creative with Linens for Round Tables
If you are hosting and have a round dinner table or living room ottoman–do not fret if you don’t have a round tablecloth.
- Fold your square or rectangular tablecloth in half and place it across the center of your round table.
- Then use placemats or chargers to serve as the individual setting for each guest.
Photo: courtesy of a Foundations Box enthusiast: Maddie. Thank you Maddie. We love how you used the napkin rings to secure the chopsticks and the vessels for individual soy sauce.
3. Layers, Shapes, and Vessels Creates Casual Conversations
Embrace simplicity by foregoing the tablecloth altogether, especially when you have a beautiful table.
- Mix both round and rectangular placemats to create focal points for each place setting, and centerpieces staggered at each end of the table.
- Shop your home for a fun mix of vessels scattered along the table.
The variety of elements creates an effortlessly casual look that creates a relaxed vibe for all your guests.
Photo: courtesy of a Foundations Box enthusiast: Sarah. Thank you Sarah–we love the spring time mountain-esque vibe!
4. The Tropical Vibe
Escape to the tropics by incorporating dark greens with hints of blue on your tabletop.
- Scouring your backyard for some oversized tropical leaves or maybe a friend who has some tropical inspired placemats.
- Or pick up green filler bundles from your florist or grocery store.
- Once you’ve found some green elements, incorporate shades of ocean blues & teals in the form of a runner, dish ware or a simple blue vessel.
Photo: courtesy of a Foundations Box enthusiast located in Florida of course: Stacy. Thank you Stacy–you created a tabletop that inspires us to go somewhere warm!
5. Winter Elegance
We are halfway through sharing 10 ways to style your table! Who says winter can’t be warm? By utilizing the neutral colors found in the Foundations box with a few items, you can transform your dinner table into warm and inviting space.
- Bring in touches of golds and black for easy elegance.
- Add in some hard-scape pieces such as the shiny tear-drop shaped accent dishes and the marble chess game board.
- A subtle touch of a floral is all that is needed to soften up the entire setting.
6. Latin Flair and Finesse
Infuse vibrant Latin energy into your next fiesta while keeping it simple and clean. If you have mix and match pieces from your travels or solid colored bowls and dishes, now is the time to bust those out and alternate them at your table setting.
- The vessels from the Foundations Box serve as the perfect glass for sipping tequila or any 4 ounce cocktail.
- Fresh-cut palm leaves from a house plant add the finishing touch while serving as an unexpected table runner.
- And finally, the seagrass napkin rings complete the latin vibe without overpowering the different textures and patterns.
7. Contemporary Chic in 5 Minutes
For those who prefer a contemporary look to their dinner gatherings, cool neutral colors are the single easiest way to pull together a chic setting in mere minutes.
- A basic folded napkin with napkin ring adorned with a small branch of berries tucked in and visually tied to the small centerpiece.
- White, unscented and dripless candles create a cozy atmosphere and an understated clean look when you welcome your guests.
8. A Sunrise Table Showcase
Pineapples on the Patio items: tropical dinner napkins.
Begin the day with a breakfast or morning gathering inspired by the colors of a peaceful summer sunrise.
- Neatly fold the beige linen tablecloth from our Foundations Hosting Box into a runner.
- Here we integrated the brightly colored and patterned napkins from the Pineapples on the Patio box to bring in a little sunshine.
- Yellow-orange roses intertwined with greenery in the vessels lined down the center of the tablecloth runner is a great way to greet someone for a breakfast or brunch!
9. Fun and Funky Layers
At Sun Cookery–we love a little over the top styling with lots of layered placemats and funky patterned napkins. Let your creativity run wild as you mix and match textures and colors, creating a visually exciting and eclectic dining setting.
10. Beachy Candlelit Escape
Create a serene beachy ambiance with seagrass placemats with pops of turquoise, delicate yellow floral centerpieces, and an abundance of candles. Imagine eating dinner on the patio under the warm glow of candlelight, watching the sun set over the ocean.
With the Foundations Box, your dinner table becomes a canvas for expression. These 10 styling options showcase the versatility of our carefully chosen elements, inviting you to blend simplicity with sophistication, and tradition with contemporary flair. Simple, foundational, and always welcoming—let the Sun Cookery Foundations Box unleash your creativity and make each dining experience a reflection of your unique style and warmth.
