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June 4, 2016

Nautical Outdoor Table Setting

I feel like I need to state for the record that I set this nautical themed table in less than 10 minutes. In fact, I think it was actually in about 8.5 minutes. Why am I telling you this? Well because, in my opinion, summer is synonymous with simplicity. But simplicity doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice style. (Is it just me or were there a lot of ‘s’ words in those last two sentences?)

Nautical themed summer outdoor tablescape

I don’t know about you but for us, summer is the season of spur-of-the-moment get togethers and everything is just more casual. Flip flops and the smell of skin covered in sunscreen, kids running around while grown-ups linger a little bit longer over a glass of wine or a cocktail.

The very essence of this time of the year is relaxed which is why you should never have to spend too much time setting a table.

Simple nautical summer table setting

But, by keeping a few things on hand, I think that you can have the best of both worlds. A pretty table AND plenty of time left over for relaxing. I have a plastic bin filled with all of my beachy decor items and that made it so simple to pull this easy breezy look together.

Nautical inspired tablescape

Rope napkin rings picked up in the $1 section at Michael’s craft store are the perfect nod to the sea.

rope napkin ring

Seashells and a rope-y, nautical-y, beach-y looking thing I picked up a few years ago (seriously I have NO Idea what it is unless maybe it’s a doorstop. I just liked how it looked and it was only $5!) are the perfect addition to the tabletop.

Beachy tabletop decor

A wooden sailboat that I incorporate each year into my summer decor and a few more seashells complete this nautical inspired look.

Beachy summer table setting

 

And that is truly all it takes to create a simple summer nautical tablescape.

That is truly all it SHOULD take if you ask me. Because there are so many better ways to be spending your precious summer moments. And now, I plan on heading outside and spending them the right way. Making memories with my favorite people in the world.

Now, would you like to see some more simple summer ideas? I’m joining a few of my favorite blogging friends to bring you plenty of summer inspiration that will help you to make the most of these days that seem to go by way too quickly.

summer simplified graphic

 

Day 4

Debbiedoo’s

Craftberry Bush

At The Picket Fence

On Sutton Place

Day 3

In My Own Style

The Wood Grain Cottage

Maison de Pax

Love of Home

Setting For Four

My Soulful Home

Day 2

StoneGable

Duke Manor Farm

Savvy Southern Style

Southern Hospitality

Shabbyfufu

Day 1

Driven By Decor

Garden Therapy

Empress of Dirt

Cedar Hill Farmhouse

 And as always, thank you so much for meeting me at the Fence today,

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14 Comments Filed Under: Decorating, Good Ideas, Outdoors, Summer Tagged With: outdoor table, summer, summer decorating, tablescapes, tablesetting ideas

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  1. Kim says

    June 4, 2016 at 5:56 AM

    Super cute, Vanessa!

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  2. laura janning says

    June 4, 2016 at 6:00 AM

    there absolutely is. love your nod to nautical. happy summer

    Reply
  3. Jeana says

    June 4, 2016 at 8:11 AM

    Love it all! Where is your patio furniture from?

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      June 4, 2016 at 1:28 PM

      Thank you Jeana! We purchased the furniture last year at Home Depot. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kelly Wilkniss says

    June 4, 2016 at 11:41 AM

    Love the “knots”, the boat, the shells & the succulents! Well done & so very fast!!

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  5. Debbie Manno says

    June 4, 2016 at 12:33 PM

    I will take some crab legs please! Perfect setting Vanessa. Looks so pretty.

    Reply
  6. Jane says

    June 5, 2016 at 5:50 AM

    Absolutely love this table setting! Could you please tell me where you purchased the place mats? I have been looking for some exactly like these.

    Reply
    • At The Picket Fence says

      June 5, 2016 at 6:49 AM

      Hi Jane! The placemats are from Tuesday Morning. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Ann says

    June 9, 2016 at 2:48 PM

    Quick and beautiful are my two favorite things…and your table is both! I hope you get to spend many happy hours enjoying this space with your family over the summer!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      June 9, 2016 at 5:35 PM

      Thank you so much friend! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Heather Luckhurst says

    June 11, 2016 at 2:45 PM

    Gorgeous tablescape Vanessa! I love how quick it is to put together! I’ll have to look for those napkin rings at Michael’s! Pinning!

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  9. Morgan says

    June 21, 2016 at 1:52 PM

    Ah, I absolutely love this idea and all of this decor! It looks great and would be perfect for a summer get together! Very nice! Thanks for putting this out there!

    Reply

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