setting the mood for a Valentine’s day table scape

A Valentine’s day celebration does not necessarily have to involve a romantic setting. It can be shared with any loved ones, including a sweetheart, or family, or friend or anyone you fancy. You can set the mood accordingly with your Valentine’s day table scape design.

As one of our favorite movies, Love Actually, proclaims, “love is all around us”. Love comes in all shapes and colors and sizes, for all different reasons. Here’s a variety of table styles to set the mood for various Valentine’s day tables.

We are of the camp of staying in and enjoying a romantic or fun dinner at home. We don’t enjoy the over crowded restaurants and the prefixed menus with hiked up prices just for the holiday. So…. we indulge at home.

sweetheart valentine’s day table designs

Valentine’s Day always evokes images of loving couples with big bubble hearts over their heads. Flowers, candies, hearts are things that always come to mind.

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Formal setting

Sometimes I like to pull out the big guns and make it all fancy and pretty.

Setting the table with silver, and crystal, and beautiful flowers elevates the experience.

Also sitting by a roaring fire and having flickering candles sets the mood for a romantic and intimate setting.

Casual setting

Sometimes it can be even more intimate and romantic when you. create a cozy atmosphere.

The cozy space is relaxing and enjoyable, but remains romantic.

Some things remain constant like the fresh roses, a roaring fire, twinkling candles & lanterns and bubbly, although the vibe is very different.

Outdoor setting

If you’re lucky enough to live in an area where you can set the table outside, by all means do so.

I love dining al fresco. It immediately gives me resort and vacay vibes.

Some years we could pull this off in Northern California, but this winter is wet, windy and gloomy. I am glad since we drastically need the rain. I am perfectly fine setting the table inside this year.

friend valentine’s day table designs

Many times we enjoy the Valentine’s day holiday with friends as well. It can be other couples or girlfriends or anyone really you want to spend time and celebrate the day of love.

Couples design

A little bit of fancy and a little bit of rustic to share with friends.

Valentine’s day lands on a Tuesday this year, so chances are we will be celebrating solo, but you never know. Friends are always welcome.

Galentine’s design

Sometimes celebrating with just the girls is good for the soul.

Friendships should be nurtured and celebrated.

It’s fun to set a girly table that will be fully appreciated by all the guests.

family valentine’s day table designs

It’s also a good time to set a fun Valentine’s day table for your tribe at home. Truth be told, these are the souls you love the most. Show them with a pretty table.

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Mature design

My kiddos helped with this table so they could devour the chocolates when I was done setting it. Lol

I loved making the vintage sheet music runner down the center of the table.

You can always find old sheet music at thrift stores, and it’s a super easy project..

Whimsical design

This table design was a favorite around here when my kids were littles.

These wooden slabs from any craft store were easily converted with some chalkboard paint.

Chalkboard art is always fun.

a valentine’s day table

All these tables I shared today are from previous years. I have new table stylings coming your way soon.

“If you look for it, I’ve got a funny feeling you’ll find that love, actually, is all around.”

Love Actually

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sharing @ between naps on the porch