Create a simple, neutral spring centerpiece for your dining table. DIY terra cotta pots are the star of this tablescape.
Trees are budding.
Flowers are blooming.
Birds are chirping.
The weather is warming up and it’s the perfect time to refresh your home for spring.
Are you ready for spring?
I’ve added gentle touches of spring throughout my home—a few plants, faux floral stems, and the occasional bunny for whimsy.
On the dining room table I enjoy styling seasonal décor.
Because this table isn’t used every day, I can create larger, more elaborate centerpieces for each season and holiday.
We also host a virtual dinner party every month, so I get plenty of practice creating tablescapes.
Recently I shared a natural tablescape for Easter brunch, where the focal point was a garden-inspired spring centerpiece.
What Supplies Do You Need To Create a Spring Centerpiece
- Moss bunnies
- Moss eggs
- Terra cotta pots in varied sizes
- Vintage brick mold (used as a riser)
- Mini wood baskets
- Spanish moss or preserved moss
These were the main items I used, but feel free to substitute neutral pieces you already own. The goal is a simple, natural look that feels fresh for spring.
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How to Style a Spring Centerpiece
I often use a skinny washed linen table runner as the foundation for centerpieces. Its texture and neutral tone create a soft backdrop whether you lay it flat or gently scrunch it between décor elements.
Begin with an anchor in the center of the table. An anchor can be a single larger item or a grouped arrangement placed midtable to draw the eye.
For a garden-inspired table I placed a vintage brick mold upside down as a riser. That extra height gives the center more presence.
On the riser I placed a large DIY-aged terra cotta pot filled with faux boxwood. I also distressed inexpensive clay pots in varying sizes to create cohesive, weathered texture across the display.
A moss bunny and a moss-covered egg in a small basket complete the center grouping and add a playful, natural touch.
How Large Should a Centerpiece Be?
Centerpiece size depends on your table dimensions and how you use the space. Consider:
- Table length and width
- Whether serving dishes need to sit in the middle
- How much room each place setting requires
I typically create a long composition that runs down the center of my dining table, spacing decorative elements so place settings remain comfortable. If you need the middle clear for serving, keep the centerpiece lower and more compact.
How to Create Interest in an Easter Tablescape
For visual interest, mix heights, textures, and groupings. I used stacked aged terra cotta pots alongside upright and tipped pots, tucking moss-covered eggs and small baskets between them.
Keep pieces staggered and close together. Move items until the overall balance feels right—stack some pots, lay others on their side, and sprinkle in small accents.
Combine textures: smooth clay, rough preserved moss, woven baskets, and soft faux greenery create contrast and depth. The moss bunnies and eggs add tactile interest against the pots.
Mini wood baskets filled with Spanish moss and topped with green moss eggs are simple, textural accents that feel charming and seasonal.
Varying heights is key. Use risers or pedestals to elevate smaller elements so each item has presence within the overall design.
Mini pedestals lift baskets and small accents, creating a layered look that reads nicely from both sides of the table.
If you’d like to recreate this garden-themed centerpiece, use a mix of terra cotta pots, faux greenery, moss bunnies or eggs, small baskets, and a low runner to tie everything together.
Click on any image to view items used in this post.
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