We celebrate nature: seasonal table made easy

The more often we have rotated around the sun, the more accustomed we are - in European latitudes - to the changing seasons. It is much easier for children to see the miracle of the world changing its entire guise every few months as if by magic. Together with children, we can always catch a glimpse back and look at the world through their eyes and marvel at it.

A seasonal table is a lovely way to bring a little bit of nature into your home while consciously recognising and celebrating the cycle of nature. We want to show you how you can do this very simply here.
First of all: there is no right or wrong with the seasonal table, nor are there any instructions, but there is plenty of inspiration. And you can use it to create a special little place in your home that you can cherish and care for together and redesign again and again. With little effort, but lots of fun. And all in just three easy steps.

Step 1:

It's best to start by finding a small space in your home. Of course, this place doesn't have to be a table, as the name suggests, but you decide how this place works for you and how it is easily accessible for all of you. Here are a few examples that work wonderfully:

• Side table
• Small chest of drawers
• Window sill
• Bedside table
• Low shelf
• Doll's house
• Board on the floor
• Shoe box
• GRIMM's seasonal stand

Step 2:

Once you have decided on a location, you can gather materials. Here, too, you are completely free. However, here is a list of things that you can place on your seasonal table as permanent basics:

• Coloured cloths (at least one for each season)
• A small vase
• Candle holder & candle (real or electric)
• Small bowls and baskets
• Stones and gems
• A thick branch/root
• Small wooden figures or dolls
• Marbles, beads

Step 3:

You now have the basic framework for your seasonal table. Now you can think about what you find suitable for which season. Children often have very nice and creative ideas. You also finally have a place where you can collect all the treasures that children find and take home with them on their way home.

Colours are a good reference point for designing the four seasons. Because of its freshness, delicate pastel shades of pale green, pink and white, like the blossoming trees, suit spring, for example. Summer, with its brightness, goes well with rich yellow and blue tones. Autumn colours the leaves red and orange and brings a warm cosiness into the houses. And cooler colours, such as blue and white, suit winter with its snow and frost. With the appropriate cloths in the background or as a base, your seasonal table will already have a direction.

Depending on the season, fresh twigs or flowers can be placed in the vase.

Candlelight brings cosiness at any time of year. To be on the safe side, electric candles are better suited for smaller children or seasonal tables in the children's room.

The small bowls can be filled with treasures from nature. You don't need to think much about it. Just go out and you're sure to come back with your hands and coat pockets full. You will also be able to persuade your children to go for a walk. Examples of this are

• Stones
• Pieces of moss
• Branches and shrubs
• flowers
• leaves
• Chestnuts, acorns, beechnuts ...
• Grass
• Empty snail shells
• Cones
• Tree bark
• Feathers
• Sand

To bring your little special place to life, it is of course strictly permitted to play with it. Small wooden figures or fabric dolls are suitable for this. Children are sure to have the best parties and adventures there.

If you like crafting, you can let your imagination run wild and make and add anything you like. For example, crochet little coats for the wooden figures, felt animals or create a garland.

And every few months, when nature changes its appearance, you can come up with something new together and freshen up the table. This way, you have a small joint project that recurs regularly and showcases the different characteristics of the seasons. A great ritual for the whole family!

If the four seasons are not enough for you, you can of course also use each new month or all the festivals and special occasions to redesign the seasonal table. There are no limits to your ideas.

It's also a great opportunity to tidy up a bit with the children before you start reorganising and make space for the new ideas.

Why not give it a try! We'd love to see pictures of your personalised seasonal table!