So you've been given the task of setting the wedding party table at the reception. What can you do to make it memorable? One of the latest trends is to use vintage China, dinnerware and glass. Not sure where this idea originated, but I love it. No doubt it was a awesome wedding planner, and who ever it was, I solute you!
Depending on the bride and her tastes they are buying up every thing from miss matched china pieces to full matching sets of vintage china, stoneware, and glass. Many of these items are being found in thrift stores every where. The brides are not forgetting to pick up serving sets as well, such as butter dishes, salt and pepper sets, gravy boats, platters, serving bowls and candle stick holders. When the party is over, the china is taken, cleaned up and presented to the bride and groom as a wedding present.
Johann Haviland Bavarian China
Corelle Dinner Ware, Snowflake Design
No matter how you set it, the tables are gourous, and it gives the wedding a special personal feel. If you don't have time to shop, you can always check with vintage shops in your area to see if they rent sets out. Many do, and its quite affordable.
If you can't find matching service pieces for the china you are using, don't be afraid to miss-match from another brand, type or pattern of china/dinner ware. As long as you are in the same color hues, it will work. And you can never go wrong with Milk or Clear Glass items. They go with everything. The Following would make great accents to the above Johann Haviland China or Corelle Dinnerware.
E.O. Brody Milk Glass Fruit Bowl
Depending on the bride and her tastes they are buying up every thing from miss matched china pieces to full matching sets of vintage china, stoneware, and glass. Many of these items are being found in thrift stores every where. The brides are not forgetting to pick up serving sets as well, such as butter dishes, salt and pepper sets, gravy boats, platters, serving bowls and candle stick holders. When the party is over, the china is taken, cleaned up and presented to the bride and groom as a wedding present.
Johann Haviland Bavarian China
For the more laid back or rustic simplified wedding try using Corelle for the setting.
Corelle Dinner Ware, Snowflake DesignNo matter how you set it, the tables are gourous, and it gives the wedding a special personal feel. If you don't have time to shop, you can always check with vintage shops in your area to see if they rent sets out. Many do, and its quite affordable.
If you can't find matching service pieces for the china you are using, don't be afraid to miss-match from another brand, type or pattern of china/dinner ware. As long as you are in the same color hues, it will work. And you can never go wrong with Milk or Clear Glass items. They go with everything. The Following would make great accents to the above Johann Haviland China or Corelle Dinnerware.
Homer Laughlin Skytone Creamer & Sugar
Milk Glass Bubble Design Creamer & Sugar
Indiana Glass Cubist Creamer & Sugar Set
E.O. Brody Milk Glass Fruit Bowl
Fire King Relish Trays
Oh, and don't forget to add vintage table cloths, napkins, and dollies!. They will only add to the mood you are going for!
So be bold, and step out on a limb! Go thrifting to set a memorable table for your bride.She will thank you for giving her the table of her dreams that will live on for years to come. Every time she looks at or uses her China/Dinnerware she will remember her wedding day!
You can find all the items (and more) in this blog in my Etsy Shop at 3 Hearts Vintage
Blessings to all,
Jan & Liv
3 Hearts Vintage
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