Set the Mood: 3 Fresh Looks for Spring & Summer Tables
Breathe new life into your table with vibrant color, rich texture, and joyful style.
As someone who designs with intention and lives for a beautifully set table, spring and summer are my favorite seasons to entertain. There’s a certain energy in the air—everything feels lighter, greener, more alive. And that’s exactly the feeling I like to bring into my home. At Von Gern Home, we create pieces that let you tell a story with your table—through color, texture, and thoughtful detail.
Whether you’re hosting friends for a lazy Sunday lunch or planning an elegant summer evening under the stars, these three table settings are some of my favorites for the season. They’re fresh, joyful, and incredibly versatile—because setting the table should always feel like a celebration.
A Fresh Twist
There’s something quietly striking about our Knot Placemats in green—a design that feels sculptural, refined, and completely in tune with nature. These hand-beaded placemats have a dimensional knot pattern that adds movement and texture to the table without overwhelming it.
I love styling them over a geometric green-and-white tablecloth—it creates a beautiful echo of the pattern and makes the green feel even more lush and vibrant. Whether paired with coral-rimmed china or crisp white dinnerware, these placemats bring a grounded elegance to the table. We finish the setting with gold flatware, glass candlesticks, and white-and-green floral arrangements—tulips, hydrangeas, ranunculus. It’s a look that’s fresh, timeless, and perfect for everything from a garden party to a formal spring dinner.
Hello, Sunshine!
Yellow is one of those magical colors that instantly lifts the mood—and that’s exactly what inspired our Amalfi Placemats in yellow. They’re bright, warm, and beautifully beaded with a golden glow that captures the spirit of summer.
I use these placemats when I want to create a setting that feels joyful but elevated. They’re stunning with clean white plates and equally charming with bold, colorful china. A few vibrant floral arrangements—peonies, poppies, or anything in the orange-pink family—bring the whole table to life. Indoors or out, these placemats make every meal feel like it’s happening somewhere along the Mediterranean coast. Sunlight not included, but highly encouraged.
Fringe Benefits
Summer entertaining should be easy, fun, and a little bit playful—that’s the spirit behind our Woven Fringe Placemats. These are my go-to for casual lunches, beach days, or cocktails on the terrace. Handwoven from recycled plastic twine, they’re incredibly durable and easy to clean, but still full of character.
The fringe adds a lighthearted detail I love, and the stripes come in so many vibrant colorways that there’s always a new combination to try. Pair them with patterned plates, bright napkins, and your favorite mixed drinks, and you’re instantly in vacation mode. Whether you’re setting up on a boat or in your backyard, these placemats bring the fun—and they hold up beautifully wherever you take them.
Spring and summer are an invitation to be creative with your table—to play with color, layer in texture, and create something beautiful that brings people together. At Von Gern Home, every piece we design is meant to inspire those moments. Whether your style leans classic, modern, or somewhere in between, I hope these looks help you set the mood for your most joyful season yet.
With love,
Kira Faiman
Founder & Creative Director
Von Gern Home