HOW TO USE PAPER TABLE RUNNERS TO STYLE YOUR PARTY TABLE
Looking for creative table runner ideas to transform your party table? Whether you're styling a kid's birthday or a festive holiday soirée, paper table runners are an easy and affordable way to elevate your tablescape. These versatile party essentials add color, pattern, and personality to your table — all while making clean-up a breeze.
Our Signature Collection features a range of high-quality paper table runners, all made in the USA. Full of various colorways, patterns, and designs, our selection makes it easy to tie your whole tablescape together with one statement piece. From our vibrant Cabana Stripes to our classic Elegant Floral patterns, we have a table runner to match any party theme.
Let the Runner Set the Tone for the Tablescape
Before choosing your runner, we suggest gathering the rest of your party supplies first—think plates, napkins, cups, and any standout table decorations. Once you know your color palette and overall theme, it’s much easier to choose a runner that ties it all together.
For example, our Luau Palm Table Runner pairs perfectly with our Luau Palm Large Plates and the rest of our tropical party pieces. While a solid blue or pink runner would also do, we opted for this patterned option to make the tablescape feel full and vibrant. Bold table runners are wonderful in this way, as they instantly add style and movement to the table without any added decor.
Alternatively, if you have a specific runner you love, feel free to base the rest of your tablescape around it! For example, @beijosevents used our Le Pickleball Table Runner and went the extra mile by bringing the same stripes and colors to their place cards and table accents.
If you’re looking for a runner that’s less bold but just as eye-catching, our Cabana Stripe Table Runners are fabulous! From Sky Blue and Petal Pink to our Cherry Red and Emerald Green, we have a variety of beautiful colors for every party palette.
Pro Tips for Styling with Paper Table Runners
To make your runner blend seamlessly into your tablescape, choose a color that’s featured heavily in your party products, and sprinkle some confetti or small table accents for depth. For example, we went with a two-toned pink colorway for this bachelorette party table, and played up the hues with our Petal Pink Cabana Stripe Table Runner.
If you want to make each place setting stand out, choose a table runner in a contrasting color. For example, we used our Black Noir Cabana Stripe Table Runner for this construction-themed celebration to make the yellow and orange plates and napkins pop.
Ready to create a showstopping tablescape? Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner party or a big birthday bash, a thoughtfully chosen table runner is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. For more ideas, check out the rest of our paper table runner collection. From our fête to yours, bonne chance!