What if every day could feel like the first day of spring?
That’s what IKEA designers imagined when they launched the TJÄRLEK collection, filled with vibrant colors, whimsical shapes, and playful patterns.
The cheery assortment of tableware, decor, and glassware proclaims the coming of springtime, but they’re so darn cute, that you may want to use them all year long.
Create the Perfect Springtime Tablescape Any Time of Year
The new IKEA TJÄRLEK collection gives you everything you need to whip up a stunning and bright display for your springtime table. Whether you’re creating a winsome setting for a casual Easter brunch or adding zest to your usual morning routine, these charming pieces deliver.
Spring-Inspired Tableware
Bunnies and blooms define the tableware you’ll find in the TJÄRLEK collection. And the way these pieces come together is no accident. Designer Hanna Gran Dalrot drew her inspiration from fond childhood memories, pointing out how the plates and bowls are, “reminiscent of the different stages of the flower, from a small bud to being fully in bloom.”
As the collection grew, artists found more ways to incorporate playful elements throughout the series. For example, the yellow egg cup wasn’t supposed to look like a rabbit. However, the design team adored Marta Krupińska’s blue bunny bowl so much that they decided to use the same look for the egg cup.
Add a Little Sparkle to Your Table
To complement the playful colors and shapes, a little sparkle is just the thing, showing up in the form of multi-colored, stemmed glasses. The tinted stems are perfect for showcasing a specialty cocktail or adding extra flair to your favorite juice.
The glasses are fanciful, yet remain sophisticated. They’re also the ideal vessel for toasting new beginnings and sharing good times with friends and family. The colorful set of vases adds even more glimmer to your table, allowing you to display your favorite blooms in style. And if a green thumb isn’t one of your talents, fill in the gaps with a few artificial sprigs, like the new IKEA SMYCKA forsythia spray.
Tip: To give your artificial flowers a more authentic look, put water in the vases. When using planters or pots with faux florals, use real soil to create the illusion of real blooms.
Artistic Accents That Add Form and Function to Your Tablescape
The placemat and napkins in the TJÄRLEK collection do a lot more than keep your table tidy. The vivid colors and patterns create small pieces of art for your table, adding more opportunities for conversation and cheer.
Dalrot started each pattern as a watercolor painting to achieve a transparent, organic effect that complemented the tinted glass of the vases and stemware. One look at these bright, bold prints, and you’re instantly transported to a meadow blooming with pretty wildflowers. Or perhaps you imagine a basket brimming with hand-painted Easter eggs or a delightful spring bouquet.
Even the paper baking cups make your tasty treats all the sweeter with their bright colors and scalloped edges. The cups look like flower buds, adding another touch of spring to your breakfast spread or elevating your dessert tray.
From Tableware to Decor
As all great IKEA lovers know, there’s always more than one way to use an item. The refreshing pieces in the TJÄRLEK collection aren’t just for your springtime table. Likewise, the standing and hanging decorations aren’t just for Easter.
IKEA encourages you to, “Enjoy 12 months of spring.” It’s easy to do. These pieces work well any time of year. They’re especially fitting if you’re looking for a way to add color and joy to your home year-round.
Even the egg cup and bunny bowl can double as decorations. Turn them into a precious candy dish, or use the bottoms as a quirky planter for a flower or sprig of greenery.
Use the vases throughout your home to showcase blooming buds. Float a tealight in one of the stemmed glasses or use multiple glasses to create a glowing vignette. The eye-catching branch decoration becomes a holder for your go-to bracelets and necklaces. This collection invites you to get creative and look beyond a single purpose for each piece.
Invite Spring Into Your Home All Year Long
Invite the look of spring (and the happy feelings that come with it) into your home every day with colorful decor and playful pieces. IKEA’s TJÄRLEK collection offers multiple ways to incorporate springtime colors and shapes throughout your home. Add your creativity into the mix, and there’s no end to the ways you could transform these cheery items into welcoming decor year-round.
Need more ways to freshen up your home and welcome in spring? Check out these tips for brightening up your bedroom or see if any of these springtime hacks will work in your home.