Do you have that space in your home that you see many times a day and it just doesn’t look just right? It’s either too cluttered, too sparse or just off in some way. This space in my house is my coffee table. Yes, I know it doesn’t seem like a big deal but it can be such an eye sore. It is right smack dab in the center of our main living space. So I’ve decided to “shop my stash” and decorate!
My first plan of action was to consult… Pinterest. I came up with the following elements needed for a well staged table.
Tips to Decorate a Coffee Table
1. Incorporate a tray as a way to collect or gather items
2. Add some sort of organic element, plant, wooden item, rocks, stones , shells etc…
3. Add height. Be aware that it doesn’t obstruct viewing At our house that would mean viewing of the TV, not an actual person
4. Books are essential. Keep in mind the color of their jacket It’s all for staging purposes.
5. Add a candle, it gives it a homey feeling.
Cleared coffee table
To get started, I cleared off our coffee table As you can see, it is a well used piece of furniture in our home Many years ago when the boys were small, I wanted new furniture but I new it was not the time in life for that. So being the thrifty gal I am, I painted it and it’s been just fine. It’s a great quality piece I’m glad I kept it.
The next step in this staging process is to shop your stash. Remember, this is no cost decorating. My technique is quite unique. Keeping in mind the needed elements for staging, I grabbed a laundry basket and shopped my stash.
Decorated coffee table
Once you have your collection, you might have to play around with the placement of the items on the table until it “feels” just right. If your home is anything like mine , there will be surely opinions shared. This is a communal space after all. Keep it simple and not too cluttered and then just sit back and enjoy, because truly that is what this space is for.
Just sit back and relax
If you would like to see other spaces decorated by shopping my stash, you can see them here, here and here Happy decorating!
Crafty Staci says
May 19, 2015 at 11:09 amGreat tips, and I love your big coffee table – I’m looking for something like that myself! Thanks for linking up at Talented Tuesday!
thriftytonifty says
May 19, 2015 at 9:16 pmThe size is perfect for games, eating and as a stage lol
Zan says
May 18, 2015 at 3:21 pmWow…First of all I love the idea of this shopping your stash decorating. My coffee table gathers many items, too so thank you for the great tips. So very well put together, Mary!
Second of all, you new blog look caught me off guard – love the new look! Blogelina does an amazing job!
thriftytonifty says
May 18, 2015 at 3:51 pmOh Zan thanks for noticing!! I thought it was time to change it out. Well my table is back to being cluttered…. sigh:(
Amanda Evans | Odds & Evans says
May 16, 2015 at 1:41 pmSome day I will have no toddlers and look forward to a beautiful table like this haha! Thanks for linking up at MeetUp Monday, and hope to see you again next week!
thriftytonifty says
May 18, 2015 at 3:52 pmThanks for commenting, Amamda. the table get’s cluttered with any age 😉
Kathleen says
May 16, 2015 at 5:49 amHi, lovely to meet you. I hope you have enjoyed Fridays Blog Booster Party. We are excited that you are here, our aim here is to help boost each others blogs. You did a great job of decorating your nice big coffee table. I love that your feet are allowed on it, nice and relaxed. Just the way home should be.
We would love to see you again next Friday,
Kathleen
thriftytonifty says
May 16, 2015 at 4:27 pmThanks for hosting and I’ll stop back again
Jamie says
May 15, 2015 at 6:21 pmSimple things can make such a difference. I love the end result – looks welcoming and comfortable!! 🙂
thriftytonifty says
May 15, 2015 at 6:28 pmThanks< Jamie, Now just to keep it that way lol
Lori @ TheHealthMinded.com says
May 15, 2015 at 7:30 amBig coffee tables are are the best to fit everything and to rest your feet. Nice job!
thriftytonifty says
May 15, 2015 at 7:41 amlol that is so true thanks for taking a look
Trish says
May 14, 2015 at 6:19 pmAwesome tips! And I just love the outcome of yours. Thank you for sharing at the Creative Inspiration Link Party. Join us again next week! Monday 8p CST – Wednesday 8p CST
thriftytonifty says
May 15, 2015 at 3:47 amThanks Trish, I hope it stays that way. I will stop back next week. Thanks for the party
Beverly says
May 12, 2015 at 8:16 pmYour styling looks great. I love shopping my stash, too and I change things up fairly often. No cost decor is the best!
thriftytonifty says
May 12, 2015 at 9:19 pmYes Beverly, it’s fun to change things up!
India says
May 11, 2015 at 10:27 pmGreat ideas. I need to find a nice bowl for my coffee table. Thanks for sharing these ideas over at #homemattersparty. India
thriftytonifty says
May 12, 2015 at 9:18 pmAnything helps to gather all the items. Thanks for taking a look
Brandi @ penguinsinpink.com says
May 11, 2015 at 7:29 pmGreat tips! I love how your table turned out. Thanks for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party. I have pinned to the Bloggers Brags Broad.
thriftytonifty says
May 11, 2015 at 8:55 pmThanks Brandi and thanks for the party
Ashley says
May 11, 2015 at 6:16 pmGreat ideas! I need to find a tray for my coffee table. Thanks for sharing with us at Merry Monday. Hope to see you again next week!
thriftytonifty says
May 11, 2015 at 8:54 pmThanks for hosting
Erlene says
May 11, 2015 at 1:06 pmGreat tips for any kind of table. Something to corral things is a must with all the gadgets for the electronics. We no longer have a coffee table as the kids decided they like to have an open space to sprawl out on 🙂
thriftytonifty says
May 11, 2015 at 3:28 pmOur table gets pushed to the side often so they can lounge too
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
May 11, 2015 at 12:44 pmI think I need to work on mine a bit LOL All it has is a dish with some decorative balls in it. Thanks for the tips!
thriftytonifty says
May 11, 2015 at 3:27 pmLol Ours always gets a collection….
Lecy | Simple Life, Happy Wife says
May 11, 2015 at 9:00 amI love using seasonal decorations on a coffee table to add just enough character without making it look cluttered. Thanks for sharing!
thriftytonifty says
May 11, 2015 at 9:55 amThanks Lecy for taking a look. I want to plan to change it out more often but it seems to get overlooked ☺️
Alli says
May 11, 2015 at 5:51 amI’m in love with trays, so of course I have one on my coffee table. There’s also a pretty flower arrangement (faux but looks real), books and magazines. The grandkids rearrange it every time they stop by, but it’s an easy fix after they leave. Love your little rabbit and your coffee table decor!
thriftytonifty says
May 11, 2015 at 8:20 amYou are are such an awesome grandma. They are lucky to have you, Alli.