Ideas to put on a Table

[smurfchops]

Apart from the usual large bowl of pot pourri or a plant, any ideas on what I can put on a table, so it doesn't look so 'empty' (apart from my dinner of course). It is a table in the lounge, not used much but in the centre of the room.

[patacake]

Ever tried re-arranging the furniture so that the table is not the focal point. You could put a nice big bowl of fruit on it, or a narrow cloth down the middle with candlesticks.

[chijiki]

How about a silver (or stainless steel) salver with sherry and port decanters and crystal glasses?

[Octavius]

Drill some holes in the corners and cover it in green baise, et voila!

Or.. you can get some very nice trendy candle arrangements from most stores. Have a look at store catalogue dining furniture for more ideas, such as...

http://order.next.co.uk/page.asp?b=X37&p=864&o=1

[jas1002]

I like pebbles, Shiny tumbled pebbles. In a plain crystal vase.

[Plocket]

Is your room modern looking, or more traditional? For a modern room, a simple wooden platter with glass balls that tone with the room - not christmas tree decorations they are too gaudy! For a more traditional looking room, candlesticks - either lots of different ones (wooden, metal, glass - whatever you can find) or a really smart pair.

[smurfchops]

Sorry I didn't mention it is a coffee size table, not a dining table, I like the idea of baubles in a bowl, I am trying to modernise the room, cream leather sofas, wood floors, etc. so not too conservative please. :)

[parkesquay]

There are some very nice 'tealight' holders but keep them in proportion to the table. If you get into the habit of lighting the little tealights they become a feature but not obtrusive and still allow the use of the coffee table.