Buy Tablecloths for Your Wedding
Of all the decorations you'll use at your wedding, you might be surprised at how much impact a tablecloth can have. The way you choose to display your reception tables can have a tremendous impact on how your guests view the overall wedding reception's theme. Since your guests will spend a great deal of time sitting at tables during any sit-down reception, it's a good idea to make the table look its very best.
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Steps
Knowing the amount, size and color of the tablecloths
- Set the theme first. Table adornments and accessories should be chosen after you know what theme the wedding reception will have. This includes color and texture––have a clear picture in your mind as to what you want reflected for both.
- Decide which tables need tablecloths. Not only does this determine the amount of tablecloths but it also impacts the size of the tablecloths. If you have varying sizes of tables, you'll need to take the measurements and bring those along when shopping.
- Don't neglect any ceremony tables. If the place officiating your wedding isn't taking care of this for you, you may need a tablecloth for the signing table, at least.
- The gift table is another table that is often improved by using tablecloths. It doesn't necessarily need to be the same as the tables but it should complement the color theme at least.
- Select the color of the tablecloths. This is determined by the wedding color theme. However, you will need to consider shades and complementary colors that might work too; just how much color do you want the table as a whole to invoke? The more color you want, the more likely it will be that you'll choose a strongly colored tablecloth like magenta, royal blue or dark green, while for a simpler, more natural wedding, you might prefer white, cream or beige tones.
Considerations when purchasing tablecloths
- Select the texture of the tablecloths. Color is important but so is texture.
- Natural: Cotton, linen, lace, etc.
- Glamorous: Satin, velvet, organza, tulle, etc.
- Country: Gingham, rough textures, muslin, burlap, etc.
- Layered: Pretty layered tablecloths can create a fairytale, glamor or sweet feel to the decorating
- Metallic: Shiny tablecloths in silver, gold or metallic colors might work for some themes but be careful as they can be overwhelming.
- Use tablecloths to enhance your decoration, not overwhelm it. When choosing the color, texture and size, keep in mind that the tablecloth is a supporting act, not the star. Keep contrasts simple, so as to make decorating easier.
- Avoid stark, strong or bold patterns. These rarely work well with the other decorative features and threaten to upstage even the bride.
- Dramatic, vibrant colors may seem dazzling in the store but can be too dramatic or vibrant when placed on the wedding tables.
- Beware clashing colors or styles. Even keep your dress in mind when selecting the fabric types, especially if the tablecloths will serve as a backdrop while dancing or giving speeches.
- Consider whether you want to buy a matching overlay or table runner of similar or better fabric to your tablecloth to add a more finesse touch. These small additions don't add that much to costs while definitely adds to the classiness of the reception tables
Finding inexpensive wedding tablecloths
- Stick with a budget. Finances play a big role in every wedding, so it's natural that you want to spend as little as possible on your wedding décor, especially if it can't really serve a useful purpose again. Check out some of the suggestion options for finding tablecloths that don't break the budget:
- At an internet tablecloth store, you can find exciting collections of top-of-the-line tablecloths at rock-bottom prices to help you save money.
- Don't forget to subscribe to the internet store's newsletters or Facebook page to look for a discount or possibly a better fabric on sale.
- On the internet you can find luxurious, thick tablecloths in a rainbow of colors, made of both Dacron and cotton.
Tips
- Use an image search engine with the words "wedding tablecloths". You'll be inspired endlessly!
- Don't be afraid to experiment with repurposing cloth you might already have or cheap finds in the sales bins, such as curtains; small tablecloths stitched together and hidden with doilies/lace, etc.; sheets; large reams of fabric. In some cases these alternatives might be a better size, color, texture or style to match what you're really looking for.
Warnings
- Beware of online merchants who don't allow phone calls, or that do not have a real brick and mortar store. It is hard to return goods to them if you don't like what they've sent you.
