The wonderfully distracting art of tablescaping has been growing in popularity for some time but there’s one particular ingredient of this art that’s causing a bit of a stir. It may not exactly be a ‘tablecloth revolution’ but the way we approach setting the table is changing. Is the humble tablecloth ‘back’ (it’s only been around since 100 AD!) and be the micro trend that has the potential to become something bigger in 2025? What is certain is that it offers delightful styling opportunities as well as a civilised way of setting the world to rights.

Gather round

Having friends and family round our table is something I always enjoy and missed greatly in lockdowns. It is of course extra work, but it is made all the more fun by dressing the table with table linen, flowers, pattern and colour.

A friend does this kind of hosting so stylishly well and I also enjoy Paula Sutton’s @Hillhousevintage Instagram tablescapes she creates in her Norfolk home. There is something so soothing about how a fabric tablecloth makes you feel. They somehow bring a sense of order and social cohesion in an unpredictable world.

Tablecloth style 2025

Whether you dig out your grandmother’s linen from the airing cupboard or decide to dye and blockprint an old linen sheet, you can also rely on fabric designers this year to cover your table with style.

Look out for colourful Indian block-printed tablecloths in stripes, gingham checks and florals. Straight-edged or with a gathered ruffle edge, midi or maxi to the floor.

I require no persuasion to join ‘team tablecloth’ – even with all the ironing involved. They look particularly romantic both inside and out covering a multitude of sins, when it comes to the table you use.

Rather like a set of full-length curtains, a voluminous fabric tablecloth can add a touch of elegant haute couture to a table, particularly if it is tailored with inverted or box pleating. What I suppose I am talking about here though, are the tablecloths that effortlessly bring people together with style but without excessive amounts of ironing.

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Cream with a hint of green paint has given new life to this early 20th-century barley twist design candlestick pair. Lovely for those appreciating lighter interior details or for those looking for a contrast. They are 28.5 cm high x 13.5 cm diameter bases. They take standard dinner size candles. Available now with more information and photos at £45 plus £5 shipping in my store at Etsy Perfect for tablescaping.

Thank you

Thank you so much for reading, Spring 2025 seems to be bringing with it new and irresistible stories here at Blog HQ. I would love to hear your thoughts on the great tablecloth debate! So please do leave a comment.

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Charis x