Have you ever styled a table around one super cute object and it turned into something fun and exciting? That’s what happened to me this weekend. Our Lifestyle of Love theme this month is wagons or wheelbarrows. I’ve gone miles and stopped at every antique store around only to have zero luck in finding either. The next step was Amazon. I found what I think is a wagon/wheelbarrow. I realize they are two different things but the description on Amazon says both. So, that’s how an easy winter wonderland dessert tablescape began.
An Easy Winter Wonderland Dessert Tablescape
Essentially, I’d prefer to share an antique piece or at least a vintage cutie. But sometimes you just gotta be creative.
Because it’s a little wheelbarrow (going with that since it only has wheels on the front) it’s not like I’m going to push around a bunch of logs or yard debris. Instead, its miniature stature makes it perfect for tabletop usage. Which, by the way, sounds much better than outdoor work.
My winter wonderland tablescape came together when I decided to portray an outdoor winter scene. When I picture a winter scene, it’s woodsy and everything is covered with snow. Like a Montana postcard.
To get started, I first used our white table for the snow. If you don’t have one, a white tablecloth works just as well. Then I decided to serve white desserts and set it all up as a centerpiece for a grab-it-yourself type tablescape.
I cannot have a dessert party for friends without cake. This particular store-bought cake had colorful fruit on top. That was more patriotic looking than winter wonderland so I scraped off the fruit and added blanched almonds to the top and side for more texture. My golly it was so easy and took about 5 minutes to transform!
To hold the white yogurt pecans, peanut clusters, pretzels and coconut chewie’s, I pulled out some of my handmade pottery. Make sure the serving bowls are different sizes to help with varying heights. That’s what makes a table interesting – different heights. And remember, don’t add anything too tall that blocks the view of your guests unless it’s maybe your mother-in-law. 😉
Because I like a little something salty after eating something sweet, I added a 2-tiered tray with white sharp cheddar cheese and pretzel sticks. You can never go wrong with cheese. 😉 Especially if you offer a little white wine, right? I’m more of a tea drinking kinda girl but you gotta have choices.
Hester and Cook Serving Papers
Have you ever heard of Hester and Cook? They offer party goods, placemats, party gifts, etc. You will never want to set a table or host a party without something from them ever again. Their products are addicting and can transform any boring table to an amazing table. Their set of serving papers added the perfect amount of green color to mine.
Back to the wheelbarrow. It’s holding the cloth napkins and silverware for now but think of all the things it can hold for other parties. Like: Paper cups, plates and napkins. Or popcorn! Or you can turn it into a mini veggie bar. What about using it on a hot cocoa bar?! That’s probably next. Oh! What about holding a small tree and your Christmas Cards? So many things!
I hope you enjoyed an easy winter wonderland dessert tablescape because I seriously enjoyed creating it. Now to have the friends over to help me eat it all. 😉
Next up is Debra from Common Ground. You will love how she decorates with her cart and wagon.
I love your little white wheelbarrow! The table setting is so inviting. Thank you so much for inviting us over!
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Thank you Laura. I can tell I’m going to use the little wheelbarrow quite a bit.
Cindy, I love this idea and that wheelbarrow is a wonderful addition to entertaining supplies. Decorating the cake with almonds is a pretty delicious idea.
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It was so delicious Carol, thank you. It was fun to sit and enjoy the table too.
Cindy, your dessert table is wonderful. I love the all white theme. That tabletop wagon is jus too cute and it’s perfect for your table. It’s really hard for me to pass a piece like that by. so versatile. I have to check out the link to the party goods’; your paper wreaths are really eye catching. Great cake transformation too!
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I don’t recall having anything like the little wheelbarrow for use on a table before but I love it! I plan to use it quite often. Thanks so much.
Love your cart, it is so cute. Thanks for the ideas on how to use it. Your table looks ready to party, wish I were closer, ha!
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I wish you were closer too Marlene. You’d be invited over all the time! Thank you.
Cute little serving cart! I suppose your huge vintage one wouldn’t have worked;) Your snowy white themed table looks soo pretty set against those gorgeous green walls! Those are new this year, right? Which would make it extra fun to decorate for Christmas! Love the white themed food idea for winter.
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Yep, the green walls are new this year. And boy oh boy do I love them! But for Christmas I still went neutral because I am not a fan of red. I will try red one day just not this year. My snowy table is like y’all setting up a beach luau theme in winter – wishful thinking. Thanks bunches Lora.
There are so many things to admire about your wonderland dessert table! First, I can see you using the cute wheel borrow for all kinds of parties and holidays, so kudos on that find! Second, I love the paper wreaths and so glad I know where to find them now. Third, I love your trick of transforming the cake! Brilliant my friend!
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Thanks so much Michelle! One of these days you need to come over and participate in the party. Glad you like the paper goods. They are so much prettier in person. I get to see them in person when I go to Navasota. Actually Brenham at Herman’s. It’s one of the prettiest stores I’ve seen and could spend all day in there. And lots of money. 😉
FABULOUS Ideas Cindy!!
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Thank you Beth for the visit and reminder! 🙂
Now this is my kind of party! Save some for me. I’m on the way!
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LOL, I wish that were true! Thank you Jen.