Looking for fresh ideas on how to style an end table? Last weekend while spring cleaning, I had fun playing around with three different looks on the end table next to the sofa. Plus this gave me an excellent excuse to use some pretty flowers I picked up the grocery store.
How To Style An End Table
All three looks arrange neatly on a wicker tray for a pretty springtime or summer display. I’m also sharing a new look with the blue and white ceramic lamp in here. For a similar look from the same source see this lamp.
Before adding a tray to a table top think about how much surface area you want to cover. I want to have enough room to be able to set down a cocktail or a mug of coffee. The side table is 24″ square so there’s plenty of room for a tray with space left over.
Using a light colored tray brightens up the dark table top while providing loads of interesting texture. Books in the bottom of the tray create a platform or flat surface for the lamp and accessories.
When styling an end table I select objects of differing heights and stick with groupings of three or five. This is the easiest way I know how to style an end table but it works.
#1 End Table
Starting with the most simple arrangement is a small bouquet of yellow roses in a clear glass, a small round bowl and a ceramic table lamp. I can easily change the look by substituting a plant or faux flower arrangement for the small bouquet.
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Other found objects I like to use include vintage crocks, and metal items such as the horse figurine and a large skeleton key. It’s alway fun to shop my home and experiment with new combinations.
Dried lavender works well for a natural touch instead of fresh flowers.
#3 End Table
My favorite look right now is the flower bouquet and cloche arrangement sitting on top of a bird book. Inside the cloche are vintage field glasses with a leather case, an Audubon bird print and a French stoneware bottle.
I love to watch birds coming into the feeders in our back yard and while out walking my dog. Rainy days are slowing my walks lately but this seems like a good way to bring the outdoors in.
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Love the end table. Very fresh and spring light. The differences in the height and the colors blending well together gave the look a very high end quality. Very high end. Thank you, once again for your wonderful posts!
Thank you so much for your sweet comments. Enjoy your weekend!
So many good tips, Michelle! Love the flower arrangement and how the yellow plays off the blue lamp. Hope you’re doing well! Happy Spring!
Thank you Tiffany, there’s nothing easier than shopping your own home for a little refresh!
Great tips, Michelle. The yellow flowers and blue in the vase really play off each other beautifully. Is the lamp new, or did I just miss it all along??
Keep safe,
Hi Rachelle, I bought the lamp last year but I don’t think I have included it in any photos. It’s a much better size than the one I had here before and adds a bit of needed color too.
I like the different examples and how to switch things up. Love it!
Thank you so much Cindy for stopping by!
Michelle, I love styling anything that doesn’t move and you’ve shown some great ways to arrange pretty things on a side table. Absolutely love your pretty lamp. The blue design is beautiful.
Thank you Carol! This space needed additional color and I think I finally found the right lamp for this table.
I love your idea of adding a few interesting items inside the cloche ~ it looks great!
Thanks Allyson, ordinary items can take on a special significance when placed under a cloche. 😉
Such great tips! I always love your styling!!
Thank you Kristin!