Sit for a “Spell” Tablescape

Sit for a “Spell” Tablescape is a moody black, teal, and dark rose look that is more glam than ghoul. Come, sit for a spell, and get ideas for your Halloween table!

Moody “Spell” Tablescape

Halloween is a time for spooky thrills and chills, and what better way to celebrate the season than by creating a hauntingly beautiful tablescape? I’m a big fan of “moody” for Halloween decor rather than scary. This year, I decided to put together a “Sit for a Spell” tablescape with a color scheme of black, teal, and dark rose, and let me tell you, it turned out spooktacular!

Start with a Dark Table for “Spell” Tablescape

To begin, I set the stage with a dark table with no tablecloth, creating a mysterious and moody backdrop for the rest of the decor. (You can add a black tablecloth to darken a light table.) Black chargers and white dinner plates added a classic touch, while the black flatware and black goblets brought an element of elegance to the table. DIY silver spiderweb placemats brighten this dark table. Click here to see how to make spiderweb placemats.

Bat Napkins for “Spell” Tablescape

I wanted to add some whimsy to the table, so I got creative with the napkins. I folded them to look like bats and placed them on each plate, adding a playful and unexpected twist to the place settings. Click here for instructions on this easy-to-fold bat napkin. You can stick clear adhesive crystals “eyes” to glamourize your bats!

Bat Place Cards for “Spell” Tablescape

For an extra eerie touch, I bought die-cut black paper bat place cards to mark each guest’s spot (in silver ink) at the table, making them feel like they’ve been welcomed into a haunted mansion. You can find many bat-themed place cards online in different styles to suit the mood of your table. Or, make them with cardstock paper and cut them out.

Centerpiece for “Spell” Tablescape

Table Runner

As a centerpiece, I used a black sequin table runner to add a bit of sparkle and drama to the table. You can substitute a black chiffon, cheesecloth, or lace runner for the sequins, bunching it in and around the centerpiece items.

Flowers

I placed several small glass vases filled with dark rose-colored flowers to bring a bit of color and femininity to the otherwise dark and mysterious table. Small vases of flowers keep the centerpiece very low for easy conversation.

Add a small piece of fern in each vase to give the flower arrangements a modern touch.

Candles

Two silver candelabras with black taper candles helped light up the center of the table.

I also scattered teal-colored glass votive candle holders to give low light to the tablescape.

Other Centerpiece Objects for “Spell” Tablescape

A few teal-colored glass balls are scattered throughout the centerpiece arrangement to give a wink to crystal balls and add more of the theme color. Small teal fabric pumpkins also help fill the centerpiece space.

Skull and Masks for “Spell” Tablescape

As a spooky finishing touch, I added a skull with light-up teal eyes as a nod to the haunting spirit of Halloween. This Sit for a “Spell” tablescape creates a bewitching atmosphere perfect for entertaining guests during the Halloween season. It’s a reminder that you can have fun with your decor while maintaining an elegant and sophisticated look. I can’t wait to invite my friends and family to sit for a spell and enjoy this spooktacular table!

Use glitter, glue, self-adhesive crystals, and a little imagination to dress up plain black eye masks to hand to your guests for some masquerade fun.

Colored Rock Candy

Is that a crystal wand in that goblet or colored-coordinated rock candy? One way to incorporate more of your theme color is with rock candy. It makes both a pretty Halloween treat and can be used to decorate cocktails. Hand them out to trick-or-treaters or place them at each place setting as a party favor.

Dress Up a Wreath

Dress up a silver wreath with a few bat cutouts that you used for place cards. You can make a silver wreath by buying a twig wreath and spray painting it with silver metallic paint. Alternatively, you can use bat cutouts to decorate your walls, mirrors, doorways, or the ceiling. It is an inexpensive and simple decoration that will add extra detail to make your party fun.