Table setting isn’t about everything matching perfectly. The most beautiful tables are those where items have been collected over time—different cups, a few bowls from here, a pitcher from there. The key is to maintain a common thread in colors or materials and let the rest be a bit random.
Start with the basics
A good table setting starts with plates and cups. You don’t need a complete set from the same series—feel free to mix two different patterns or colors, as long as they complement each other. Italian ceramics from Caja Company are hand-painted and have a warm, rustic character that blends well with simpler white porcelain.
The pitcher as the centerpiece
A beautiful pitcher in the center of the table brings the whole table setting together. Use it for water, juice, or simply as a decoration with a bouquet. Our pitchers range from lemon-shaped Italian pitchers to animal-shaped stoneware pitchers from Quail.
Platters and bowls for sharing
Serving platters and bowls in the center of the table invite you to share the food. Colorful platters and bowls serve as the table’s jewelry—they look great even when empty. Seafood platters are popular for summer lunch tables, while lemon motifs create an Italian vibe.
The small details
It’s often the little things you remember:
- Salt and pepper: A salt and pepper set shaped like animals or mushrooms is a small detail that makes the table more fun.
- Butter dish: A ceramic butter dish keeps the butter soft and looks far better than the packaging from the refrigerated section.
- Egg cups: At breakfast, fun egg cups make an ordinary Sunday a little more festive.
Mix new and old
The finest table is one that tells a story. Mix heirlooms with new finds. An old faience plate next to a hand-painted bowl from Italy adds depth and character. The most important thing is that it feels like yours.
Explore the entire kitchen collection at dims studio and find the next pieces for your table.
