Style a Table Setting with Jour Férié Art Prints

By Garbo&Friends | Published: 2026-11-04

Category: How-to Guides

Turn a floral puzzle print into a table backdrop: frame it, hang it low, and build a tablescape that echoes its flowers without overwhelming the room.

Quick answer

Treat the Jour Férié Les Fleurs Sur la Table print as the anchor of your table wall: frame it first, hang it so the bottom edge sits just above the tabletop, then repeat two or three of its flower colors in the setting itself.

Why the print works as a table backdrop

A table setting is viewed from a seated height, so wall art behind the table is part of the composition whether you plan for it or not. A floral print gives you a ready-made color story to borrow from, which is easier than starting with an empty wall and matching everything to the room.

The trade-off is restraint. A busy print plus a busy table can compete for attention, so let the print carry the pattern and keep linens, glassware and flowers quieter than you might otherwise choose.

Choose the wall before you choose the frame

The best wall is the one you face while seated, not the one behind you. Check that the print will not sit in direct sun for hours, since strong light fades printed color over time, and avoid hanging it where a chair back will constantly knock the frame.

If your table sits against a window or a open walkway, a lower hung print may be impractical. In that case, lean the framed print on a sideboard or shelf near the table instead of hanging it.

Build the table around two colors, not five

The print includes bird of paradise, alliums and anthuriums, which gives you a wide palette to draw from. Pick two colors from the print for the table and leave the rest to the artwork. This keeps the floral table setting ideas feeling intentional rather than themed.

One common exception: if the room already has a strong wall color, choose the two table colors from the print's quieter tones so the setting does not fight the walls.

Steps to style the table with the print

Assemble and frame the puzzle: Complete the 500-piece puzzle on a flat surface, then transfer it carefully to a frame sized to the finished puzzle. Use a frame with a mat or spacer so the pieces do not press against the glass. Check the frame's inner dimensions against the assembled puzzle before you buy; a tight frame can bow the edges.
Hang at seated eye level: Mark the wall so the bottom of the frame sits 15–25 cm above the tabletop. Sit in a chair at the table and check that the print's center is roughly at your eye level when you look straight ahead. A common mistake is hanging at standing eye level, which leaves the print too high to read from the table.
Choose two colors from the print: Pick one dominant flower color and one leaf or stem tone. Use the dominant color in a runner or napkins and the second color in glassware or a small vase. Keep plates and cutlery neutral. If you cannot decide, photograph the framed print and sample colors from the photo rather than guessing.
Add one floral element, not a copy: Place a small vase of flowers or a single stem that echoes the print's shapes without repeating every bloom. Keep the arrangement low so guests can see across the table. Avoid tall centerpieces that block the print or force guests to lean sideways.
Light the print, not just the table: If the wall is dim, add a picture light or move a floor lamp so it grazes the print. Keep the light source out of guests' eyes at seated height. Check for glare on the glass from the seated position before the meal; adjust the angle if the print reflects a window.

Product facts

Jour Férié - Les Fleurs Sur la Table: A 500-piece floral puzzle made with recycled bottles, designed to be framed. It gives you a finished floral artwork to hang behind the table without sourcing separate art, and the recycled material keeps the choice lighter on waste.
Jour Férié - Les Fleurs Sur la Table