How to Create a Pomegranate-Inspired Tablescape

Looking for a fresh and vibrant idea for your next fall or winter tablescape? Let the rich, jewel-toned beauty of pomegranates inspire your table décor this season. Their bold red hues and natural texture make them the perfect muse for a holiday table setting that feels both elegant and organic.

Whether you’re hosting a Thanksgiving dinner, holiday brunch, or simply love decorating for the season, this pomegranate-inspired tablescape is full of creative ideas you can easily recreate at home.

When designing a new table setup, inspiration can truly come from anywhere — a color palette, a piece of fabric, a favorite dish, or even a seasonal ingredient.

For this design, the inspiration came from the vibrant red tones and lush texture of fresh pomegranates. Their deep ruby color naturally complements the soft greens of fresh foliage and the blush tones of floral accents, creating a look that’s festive yet refined.

How to Create a Fresh Floral Table Runner

To bring this pomegranate theme to life, I started with a fresh floral table runner — a simple yet stunning way to add natural beauty to your tablescape.

Start with Greenery

I began by layering strands of fresh greenery down the center of the table. You can often find eucalyptus, ruscus, or other filler greens at your local grocery store or florist. If they’re not displayed, just ask the floral counter — they usually have bunches available for purchase.

Add Florals and Berries

Once your greenery base is in place, start adding flowers and berries to create depth and texture. I love working in odd-numbered groupings (three, five, or seven stems) for a more natural, balanced look.

For this centerpiece, I chose light pink peonies and pink spider mums to add softness and color contrast. To tie in the pomegranate tones, I layered in red berry branches throughout the greenery — all sourced from the floral section of my local market.

Mix a variety of bloom sizes and shapes to create visual movement and fullness. This design can easily be customized with whatever flowers and greens are available near you.

Layer Your Place Settings for Dimension

Once your centerpiece is complete, it’s time to build out the place settings. For the most visually appealing layout, combine different textures and tones while keeping your palette cohesive.

For this look, I opted for all-white dishware to let the pomegranate details shine. I started with a white wavy paper charger from Sophistiplate, then layered a white dinner plate and salad plate for a clean, dimensional look.

To ground the setting, I added basket weave placemats — the natural texture adds warmth and complements the greenery in the centerpiece beautifully.

DIY Pomegranate Place Cards

For a personalized touch, I turned whole pomegranates into custom place cards! Using white vinyl and a home cutting machine, I created name decals and applied them directly to each fruit.

Not only did these make adorable and unique place cards, but they also tied the theme together — echoing the pomegranates featured in the floral table runner and cocktail bar.

This is such an easy DIY project that adds a big impact to your holiday table décor.

Create a Signature Pomegranate Cocktail

Every beautiful tablescape deserves a signature drink to match! To complement this theme, we mixed up a sparkling pomegranate cocktail — light, refreshing, and perfect for festive celebrations.

Our favorite version is a Sparkling Pomegranate Caipirinha, made with muddled lime, a splash of pomegranate juice, and sparkling water. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and a sprig of mint for a gorgeous finishing touch.

This pomegranate-inspired tablescape combines natural beauty, color, and creativity for a look that’s as festive as it is elegant. From the fresh floral table runner to the DIY pomegranate place cards and signature cocktail, every detail celebrates the vibrancy of the season.

Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving, a holiday dinner, or simply love styling beautiful tables, these pomegranate table décor ideas will inspire your next celebration.