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Spotlight on Dish & Decor’s Employee, Kelly

Blogger, Wordsmith, Writer… Interviewing the owner of EK Cakery at Providence Vineyard for the photo session and blog. I am not the face of Dish & Decor, but I am nearly all of the words.  I should start at the beginning. (Please read to the end to find out my favs.) In September of 2021, I was throwing a party for 70 people in our barn. I had spent all spring and summer at thrift stores collecting dinner plates with a wheat pattern…all mismatched. I also ordered dark gray […]

Five Perfect Mother’s Day Tablescapes

Mother’s Day Should Be Every Day Rent Your Last Minute Table Settings Celebrate with style!  Mom deserves it! By renting from our collections, you can turn this special celebration into something Mom would not be expecting. Nothing says thoughtful like sitting down at a beautiful well-designed table. You can express your love and appreciation by taking her day up a notch. It’s not too late. By adding her favorite color(s) through glassware, patterned plates, high quality table linens and […]

How to Add Details to Your Table with Charger Plates

Chargers Elevate Your Event Be sure to read to the end, for an economical tip! Gold rimmed hammered glass charger, Glorious Gold dinnerware, Brushed Gold flatware, Dynasty stemware, colorful linens. Mayfield Flowers. Gold rimmed hammered glass charger adds an extra layer to each of our dinnerware collections. No matter the color scheme of the celebration, chargers always elevate an event. And gold works with everything. ​ Gold rimmed hammered glass charger is the […]

Using Color to Enhance the Wedding Reception Tables

Let’s talk Color Theory! Your reception tables will definitely not be a carbon copy of anyone else’s. ​ Color theory is nothing new, right? We know that color sends a message and can create a mood. Some hues may relax you, while others may energize you. Maybe you’ve done the color analysis for what to wear. We use the colors we love in our home to create the style and the mood we desire. Color is so personal and relays what is important to you, which is why color plays s […]

“Something Blue” Wedding Reception

Think Spring or Summer Weddings I don’t know about you, but when I see these pastel colors, I always think spring and summer weddings. As we head into spring, the flowers in my garden will speak to me. You know that the Earth laughs in flowers.  And I believe that. This is such a cheerful and happy time of year, especially as I look out the window and see snow. After the holiday engagements, we look forward to helping our couples style their spring or summer reception tables.&n […]

Gender Reveal Party with a Twist

The Place Settings and Tables Are the Reveal Here’s what we suggest.  No more spraying colors into the air.  No catching things on fire. No cutting into a cake. No balloon popping. Let’s do this instead… It’s a Girl! Water Lily charger and dinnerware, vintage flatware, Bubble Gum pink mismatched glasses, pink striped napkins on light green tablecloth It’s a Boy! Water Lily dinnerware and charger, vintage flatware, Light Blue mismatched glasses, blue striped napkin […]

How to Stand Out on Your Wedding Day

One Place Setting at a Time The Ladies Who Dish say… Glorious Gold dinnerware, Brushed Gold flatware, Light Blue mismatched glasses, vintage etched champagne coupes We are the “Ladies Who Dish”, and do we have the scoop on wedding tablescapes. Our goal is to always have your tablescapes reflect YOU. You will be the star when your reception compliments you. Dish & Decor doesn’t stand on rules or protocol.  We do the extraordinary one place setting at a time. Customize and […]

Micro Weddings are Big on Details

Sharing Your Day with Those Closest to YOU! What we love about smaller weddings is the fact that couples don’t need to skimp on details.  We bring the details! The table styling speaks volumes about the couple by giving them the chance to express themselves to the fullest.This tablescape for approximately 70 guests was in an outdoor tented wedding venue at Maxwell Mansion in Lake Geneva.  Look at all of these details.  Our Elegant Floral dinnerware, blush goblets, clear etched wi […]

Six Creative Ways to Use Vintage Cake Stands

These are not just for cakes Vintage cake stands in all shapes, sizes and colors are my weakness. With 214 cake stands in my collection, we are busy helping clients design their wedding cake displays. The creativity for your wedding day or any celebration is limitless.  Read the blogs embedded here to learn more about Chicago area bakeries, sweet display options, and unexpected food service using our cake stands. Let them eat cake…or pie Toni Patiserrie […]

Vintage Rose Toile Sweetheart Table and Dessert Display

Vintage Rose Toile Wedding Linen Coupe dinner plate and bread plate, Rose Toile salad and dessert plate, brushed stainless flatware, Pure wine and water stemware with the sage mini checked napkin. Providence Vineyard, Hebron, IL Luxurious and Elegant Sweetheart Table is set with our Vintage Rose Toile plates, Linen Coupe plates, flatware and Pure wine and water stemware. Sweet Display is set with our gold mirrored trays, clear cut glass vintage cake stands and the desser […]