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9 beautiful Aussie tablecloths to liven up your home

Confession: I don’t own a tablecloth. In fact, prior to writing this article, I thought of tablecloths as the festive monstrosity that came out during family Christmas! But turns out, sometime in the last few years, they become cool, very cool! From abstract artworks to beautiful linens (and everything in between), tablecloths have become a unique way to express your personality and liven up your tabletop. 

Martinich&Carran Paradise Island Tablecloth: Bringing to life the art of Melbourne based artist Rowena Martinich, this summery tablecloth is full of turquoise, frothy whites, apricot and pink. Printed on Belgian linen, it retails for $290.

Martinich&Carran Paradise Island Tablecloth

4 Leaf Clover Ficifolia Corymbia Tablecloth: The perfect way to add a uniquely Australian touch to your table, this tablecloth celebrates the beauty of our native flora and fauna. Designed and made in the NSW Southern Highlands from 50% linen and 50% cotton, it retails for $230.

4 Leaf Clover Ficifolia Corymbia Tablecloth

Aqua Door Designs Black Ink Splatter Tablecloth: The Brisbane brand is dedicated to creating unique and colourful homewares the traditional way – by hand. This tablecloth features black ink spatters, screen printed on off-white linen. Coming in two sizes, prices start from $159.

Aqua Door Designs Black Ink Splatter Tablecloth

Linen House Nimes Olive Tablecloth: Stone-washed and ever-so-soft, this pure linen tablecloth is perfect for casual or formal settings and will soften beautifully over time. Available in three sizes and a range of colours, prices start from $99.95.

Linen House Nimes Olive Tablecloth

Alabaster Trader Indian Summer Tablecloth: This tablecloth has been hand block printed in India with a delicate floral paisley design. It strikes the right balance between neutral and interesting and is made from 100% Indian cotton. $79.

Alabaster Trader Indian Summer Tablecloth

Bonnie and Neil Kooka Waratah Rose Gold Tablecloth: Known for their botanical motifs, bright patterns and tributes to Australiana culture, every product is produced by hand in their studio in Melbourne. Made from 100% oat linen tablecloth, this tablecloth features a kookaburra and waratah design in rose and gold. Available in two sizes, prices start from $230.

Bonnie and Neil Kooka Waratah Rose Gold Tablecloth

Dandi Eucalyptus Tablecloth in Mood Indigo: Inspired by the beautiful round leaves of the Silver Dollar Eucalyptus, this tablecloth is printed in Sydney on 100% cotton. It is available in a white and snow colour variation, plus three sizes. $89.95.

Dandi Eucalyptus Tablecloth in Mood Indigo

AURA Home Vintage Stripe Tablecloth: As timeless as it is chic, this charcoal tablecloth is luxuriously tactile and woven from the highest quality linen (60%) and cotton (40%). Available in three colour ways, it retails for $149.

AURA Home Vintage Stripe Tablecloth

Basil Bangs Geometric Powder Tablecloth by Sarah Ellison: The Sydney label has married the superior Teflon technology with their beautiful outdoor canvas to create a tablecloth that looks and feels like a fabric, but with all-star stain resistance! This print has been designed exclusively for Basil Bangs by stylist Sarah Ellison and features a textural watercolour wash background. $179.

Basil Bangs Geometric Powder Tablecloth by Sarah Ellison

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Dining Homewares Kitchens Styling

Monochrome and mint rule the latest tableware trends

Our continued obsession with black, white and gold shows no signs of abating but this season we have a new hue vying for our attention – mint. A lovely alternative to grey, mint is an easy neutral that has a little more pep in its step.

Aura Double Dip tablecloth: A perfect example of the trend, we love the oversized stripe. Pair it with the coordinating linen for more formal entertaining. $79.

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The Family Love Tree Pear bread board: Made from acacia wood, this super cute design is the ideal accompaniment to your cheese selection. $34.
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Wedgwood Arris octagonal plate in charcoal: The real 22-carat gold trim and the nod to Art Deco design make this plate feel like pure glamour. One for special occasions. $57.95.

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Jones & Co Palm Leaf wide mouth vase: Inspired by classic palm-print wallpapers, this weighty number looks fabulous in the middle of the dining table, bursting with blooms. $79.

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Adairs Home Republic grid print placemat in mint: This cork placemat not only has a contemporary, linear design, but it’s easily wiped down too making it both stylish and practical. $4.95.

6AdairsMozi Spot condiment bowl in white/black: Lift your cheese platter game with this little number – the perfect spot for olives or nuts. $7.95.

The Family Love Tree ceramic salad servers in black/natural: Simple and chic, these two-toned salad servers look lush against a bowl of greens. $24.00.

7Family Love Tree2Kmart herringbone mug in white and gold: We are big fans of the herringbone trend and this is no exception. Simple and chic like all good design should be. $3.

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Homewares

Make a beautiful Easter table with Dandi

Is it just me or does looking at these photos get you seriously hungry?!

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Inspired by the changing seasons and good local produce, Dandi have created the perfect homewares and napery for your Easter table. Starting with the 100% organic cotton succulent design tablecloth and napkins available in Feather Grey or Citronelle Green, the naturally inspired hues of this chic print can be paired with Dandi’s sustainable bamboo platters and plates for serving up delicious festive fair. Add some interest with seasonal leaves or florals in ceramic pots for a striking centrepiece, or layer some delicate feathers with your napkins for a natural addition to your decor.

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To bring in elements of Easter symbolism, Dandi decorated with chocolate eggs and tactile nests for a delicious and eye-catching arrangement. The key to their Easter table is keeping things simple; they recommend using repetition and natural earthy tones, which will let the food be the hero of your celebration.

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Create your special moment this Easter with Dandi’s stylish Succulent and Bamboo collections. Shop online.