11 Ways to Make a Tablecloth Part of Your Everyday Routine

Updated on March 23, 2015 at 9:05 AM

Who said tablecloths should be used only on special occasions? Nowadays, a cloth can bring personality to a table at breakfast, lunch, or dinner, inside or outside. They're the workhorse of table styling!

We're obsessed with tablecloths, whether a cherished hand-me-down or a new purchase. You'd be shocked at what a little creativity and hard work can do when it comes to personalizing your meals. Here are 11 ways to elevate your tablecloth game. Source: Domino

Customize With Colored Tape

Colored tape can be used to update a simple cloth quickly and inexpensively.

Tie a Bow

Embellish the head of the table by securing the cloth with a chic bow. Photo by CJK Visuals via Style Me Pretty

Create a Playhouse

Your kids won't be asking to sit at the grown-up table when they're busy playing underneath.

Don't Worry About Size

Big table, small tablecloth? No problem! Play with proportions. Photo by Ryan Ray Photography via Style Me Pretty

Mix Prints

What works in fashion can also work in home decor! Try mixing stripes, polka dots, or other patterns for maximum effect.

Try Texture

A tablecloth with texture will bring a sense of fun to your meal. Photo by Krista A. Jones via Style Me Pretty

Paint a Pattern

If you're handy with a brush, you can create the custom tablecloth of your dreams with paint.

Let Your Accessories Do the Talking

Keep the tablecloth simple, and accessorize with artful accents.

Get Comfortable With Color

On occasions when the other decor is minimal, a bright or embellished tablecloth can be the center of attention. Photo by Erich McVey Photography via Style Me Pretty

Embrace Lace

A lace tablecloth will bring a bohemian vibe to your table. Photo by Jill Thomas Photography via Style Me Pretty

Use Unexpected Fabrics

Pick up a few yards of muslin or linen to add a rustic vibe to even the most elegant of table settings.