Filling up the table

louisianablue

I've asked this before, but since I can't bump up any threads I'm asking again.

For those of you having a cocktail/buffet style reception, what are you doing to make your table look less empty?  Since there won't be a place setting at each seat, I find the tables look kind of barren even with a dramatic floral arrangement.

I was thinking about making a runner like this one: http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/226351/round-table-runner-how

or maybe running ribbon across the tables to create a frame.

Any other ideas?

TIA

kbsmom1

how about a mirror with candles?????

raven541

I am doing flower arrangements in the middle with rose petals all around. Then I am putting favors where the plates would normally go.

I would have used the candles and mirrors but I have a day wedding so it doesnt work.

Hope that helps!

nadiaferrus

I'm having a buffet also, but I"m planning on using chargers as the place setting with the favor or just the napkin folded nicely with the favor. Otherwise it does look too empty.

egammo3

I am using a runner with candle/vase centerpieces in the middle of the table. I am also going to put the favor boxes on the table (chocolate & ivory) alternating between the two colors at each seat. To make it seem a little more elegant, I am purchasing menu cards on vistaprint and will place them at every other seat so that guests will know what is being served at the buffet stations before they go.

mnols

I was going to use chargers, but having some trouble finding them at a decent price.

Sarahgetmarried

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[QUOTE]I've asked this before, but since I can't bump up any threads I'm asking again. For those of you having a cocktail/buffet style reception, what are you doing to make your table look less empty?  Since there won't be a place setting at each seat, I find the tables look kind of barren even with a dramatic floral arrangement. I was thinking about making a runner like this one: <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/226351/round-table-runner-how" rel="nofollow">http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/226351/round-table-runner-how</a> or maybe running ribbon across the tables to create a frame. Any other ideas? TIA
Posted by louisianablue[/QUOTE]<div>
</div><div>Are you having candles? Different size candles will make it look fuller and maybe rose petals. Nikki gave me a list of possible ways to dress your tables. PM if you want it.

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louisianablue

That would be a huge help. I am planning to use votives but am probably not spending the money on pillar candles at this point