How to Create a Kid's Tablescape With Plastic Dishes
We eat with our eyes first, and this is true of kids as well as adults. At your child's next birthday party or get-together with friends, wow them with a colorful kid tablescape. You can create a kid's tablescape with plastic dishes purchased at the local discount store or party supply store. Plastic dishes are durable, versatile and come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Does this Spark an idea?
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Select a bold color pattern, such as hot pink, orange and bright green or turquoise, yellow and green.
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Purchase inexpensive plastic dishes at a discount store or party supply store. Don't be afraid to mix and match colors. For example, buy hot pink and orange plates with green cups and flatware.
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Cover the table with a plastic tablecloth in one of your selected colors. Layer contrasting colored vinyl or plastic place mats on top.
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Pick up some paper napkins that match your dishes. Fold one under the flatware at each place setting.
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For a colorful centerpiece, line a row of colorful plastic cups along the center of the table. Place one Gerbera daisy or other large blossom in each cup.
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Add more color and texture to your kid's tablescape with foam stickers. They come in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors and themes. With easy peel-off backings, you can stick foam accents directly on the plastic tablecloth or onto place mats.
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