You guys know how much I love a tablescape, and given the time of year — this was a no brainer. I found a lovely lobster print table cloth by Kate Spade at my local Homesense, and the rest just came together. My Pastel Summer Seafood Tablescape is easy enough to make yourself, and is sure to bring all your preppy pastel dreams to life.
Check out these other pastel Summer ideas: DIY Flamingo Bag & Citrus & Graphic Summer Tablescape & summer cocktail napkins
Grab my easy & tasty Lobster Roll Recipe
I used a shade from the summer 2018 Tiffany Pratt Collection x Krylon, and used one from the spring collection as well. I love me some spray paint, and this just proves why. I was able to quickly and easily give a bunch of plastic crabs & lobsters a new colour.
*Krylon sponsored this post, but all thoughts are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make PMQ for two possible.
Creating Pastel Seafood Decor
There’s a small DIY involved in this colourful pastel seafood tablescape. It’s as simple as spray painting plastic crabs, lobsters and seashells, using colours that complement your palette.
Check out my other spray paint projects
I’ve got reds and blues present in a good seafood tablescape, so I used pinks to create depth in the colour range. I used Krylon’s Watermelon & Ballet Slipper to cover-up the really bad paint job on these budget friendly crustaceans.
As with all spray paint projects: spray from a distance, use broad strokes, apply over multiple coats (you won’t get it in one go).
Styling a Pastel Summer Seafood Tablescape
When it came to styling this lovely summer scene, I relied on a strong print with the tablecloth & used our every day blue ink blot china. I then added in a bunch of seafood related items like my giant green clamshell as a cooler for the bubbly, and of course my pastel plastic seafood.
While the spray painted pastel lobsters don’t actually add anything in terms of utility, they do sure add a load of whimsy. I love how fun and unexpected they are, especially on a summer seafood tablescape! You’d surely expect to see the real thing, but maybe not a pink or watermelon version.
For this meal, we’re having actual lobsters, so I’ve included some buns (for all the butter), as well as a little bowl with lemon water to help clean your fingers in between courses. What else would you add to a tablescape like this?
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Let’s not forget that this amazing black & gold cutlery + those pink champagne coupes are from Sugar & Cloth’s shop. They are amazing for this kind of event, and you can find some for yourself here : black & gold cutlery & Pink Champagne Coupes.
The gingham napkins are from Homesense, as are the Kate Spade placemats & tabelcloth. Since I can’t link to those though, I’ve got a link for the lobster print placemats & the lobster print tablecloth.
Check out my tutorial for these painted patio tiles
I’m definitely convinced that using my green clamshell as a cooler on the pastel seafood tablescape, was a stroke of genius. Well done, me! And because I spray painted the crabs, I was easily able to add it to the mix without worrying that the paint would run.
At this point, you know my stance on champagne and tablescapes, so it was only a matter of time before you spotted the bottle in the mix.
Mary says
Bravo! I love the whimsy and creativity of your seafood tablescape…watermelon and pink crabs don’t seem near as menacing 🙂 I adore your Kate spade tablecloth and clam shell beverage chiller. I’ll join you for a glass of bubbly in celebration before I go. Your canine supervisor is pretty adorable too!
Bonnie morgan says
Ariel, your whimsical tablescape full of color and pattern is so creative! Love that tablecloth! I can’t understand why my Caps are not working!
You have the gift of pattern and color. Those plates, napkins and placemats really pop.
Very cute table.
Ann krucek says
There is So much fun and color here, I’m not sure what to look at first! I had to go back over each photo and each time I saw something new and different. You have a special knack for mixing so many patterns and colors to bring together such an adorable table. Who wouldn’t love a spray painted lobster with sunglasses on!! It has to make you smile!
Wendy W Robbins says
So bright and cheerful! YOu really do have a way with arranging such happy vignettes. So lovely!
Jenna says
Such fun Ariel!! I love your bright mix of crabs, lobsters {love the sunglasses!} Pails and all things beachy and summer! Did you paint the bottle too! Just adorable!! Very creative and unique!!
Kari Rogers-Miller says
Ariel your tablescape is so adorable. And your fur baby is checking it all our for you. Love it! I use Krylon paint for tons of stuff and thank you for your inspiration to do more.
Maureen Reynolds says
absolutely love your colorful alfresco table! I have been following your stories have to say, I just love bruce! Your spray painted crustaceans add fun colour to the mix! I can just imagine what a fun time would be had around this summer table!
Chloe Crabtree says
Just brilliant! I love it all! The colors certainly are your trademark and carry through your theme perfectly! Now…I need to know where you found your plastic lobsters! I didn’t find that in your post, although I may have missed it while I was drooling over all of your pictures! Thank you for sharing your creative styling talents with us in another blog hop!
Carol@BlueskyatHome says
Ariel, I knew your tablescape would be packed with bright colors. The tablecloth is a fabulous backdrop and painting the plastic sea creatures was a great idea. Ballet Slipper is one of my favorite Krylon colors, too. I’ll have to try watermelon. I have to know: what champagne is that? the bottle is gorgeous. It was great to visit with you at Haven.
Pam richardson says
Ariel, what a fun and festive Tablescape. I love your use of color and pattern. The tablecloth is too cute and the painted lobsters and crabs are so whimsical. It is always a pleasure to blog hop,with you!
Cindy@countyroad407 says
So stinkin cute! And you even have finger bowls?! who does that? YOU! Wish I lived close so I could be invited to your ever-so-adorable parties/tablescapes!
Rita C at Panoply says
Ariel, this is super cute, colorful and totally FUN! I am loving the hot pink crabs and lobster (with shades, of course!). The photo bomber dog is the very best. Made me laugh out loud. And you’re right – that pop of green was a stroke of genius. Well done, you!
Jemma says
Happy afternoon to you and this fabulous colorful seafood tablescape! I feel as though I just stepped into the Caribbean sea complete with happy colors,and good food! Love your puppy too:) Such a savvy use of spray paint too!!
Great blog hopping with you!
Debbee says
Ariel, OMG we not only have the same lobster tablecloth, I used it in my alfresco table too! I fell instantly in love with it. Love your entire tablescape, but especially the diy whimsy of your table friends.
Maria says
I am in love with your dog and this beautiful tablescape! your doggie seems so comfy in front of a camera. What a cutie!
Donna Bianca says
Gorgeous! Love your arrangement, And this kate spade tablecloth is simply perfect! So bright and colorful!
Linda says
Such a cute and creative table. Painting the sea creatures is a great idea. The pops of color is so fun! Your fur baby looks like he is smiling. A pleasure to join you on this fun Alfresco tablescape blog hop.
Shannon@belle Bleu interiors says
Ariel, I love your alfresco table! You have perfectly mixed color, texture, and pattern! I adore color, and you have created a most beautiful table!!!
Michelle James says
Once again I am so inspired by your colorful and fun tablescape Ariel! and i love how happy bruce looks in the photos. how can he not be with a setting like that!? so fun hopping with you!
at home with Ashley says
You brought so much fun to the table, literally! I love the spray-painted crabs. Sometimes the simplest things make the biggest difference on a table setting. This is so perfect for a seafood dinner with all the bright colors. I hope you had fun eating the lobster and drinking the champagne!
Ariel says
Thank you for such a lovely compliment! I really do think sometimes the simplest things make the difference – these crabs are it!
I would eat Lobster all summer if I could!
Katarina - Sukhirugs.com says
Wow, the pop of color on your tablescape is breathtaking! I love the coastal vibe and cheerful and colorful details. The spray-painted crabs are my favorite. Such a fun and inviting project! I could look at your tablescapes every day, so please do more of them.