Set the Table for Easter

Create a Timeless Easter Table Setting

Choose a colour palette inspired by the soft tones of spring. Pastel shades like pale yellow, light blue, mint green and lavender are always a safe choice, while the classic Easter colours of yellow and white work beautifully for a more traditional setting.

A beautiful tablecloth sets the foundation. Go for a neutral base that lets your decorations shine, or choose a patterned cloth to add life to the table. The Rooster table runner is perfect for Easter with its pattern of roosters, flowers and hearts in spring colours. It works just as well placed directly on the table or layered over a cloth.

Pair it with linen napkins in matching shades or earthy tones. Use a lovely napkin ring to hold it together, or simply tie a string around and decorate with a small spring flower.

Fresh flowers are a must for Easter. Tulips, daffodils and hyacinths look beautiful in small vases or arranged with floral frogs. Complete the Easter feel with decorated eggs and twigs adorned with feathers and pretty ornaments.

Let Craftsmanship and Details Shine on Your Easter Table

Swedish craftsmanship adds a beautiful touch to your Easter table. By choosing timeless pieces made from sustainable materials, you create a setting that never goes out of style — perfect to bring out year after year.

As a colourful centrepiece, the hand-painted Dala rooster draws attention. Made in Nusnäs, Dalarna, just like the classic Dala horses, it’s painted in bright colours reminiscent of traditional Swedish Easter celebrations.

Add decorations that bring both colour and character. Swap feathers for Easter tufts made from Swedish carded wool — a beautiful and eco-friendly alternative that’s easy to attach with its fine wire. Pair with hand-painted wooden birds that look just as lovely in the Easter twigs as they do hanging in the window.

Write small name tags for each guest and place them in bunny-shaped holders — a playful detail that makes every seat feel a little more special.

Tin eggs filled with treats make a delightful surprise and double as charming table decorations. For the little ones, a soft bunny toy is a perfect Easter gift — just the thing to tuck inside an egg instead of sweets.

Find Your Easter Decorations at Skansenbutiken

Looking for Easter decorations with a Swedish touch? At Skansenbutiken, you’ll find Swedish craftsmanship and Easter decorations made from sustainable materials — timeless pieces that add a personal touch and bring tradition to your table. Choose from handmade Easter witches, decorative ornaments for your Easter twigs, and other festive details to enjoy year after year.

Celebrate Easter at Home and at Skansen

Once the Easter table is set and the decorations are in place — why not continue the celebration at Skansen? Here, you’ll experience classic Easter traditions, crafts, and the first glimpses of springtime animals.

During the Easter break, Skansen is filled with activities for the whole family. Step inside the historic houses and farmsteads to see how Easter was celebrated in times past. Learn about the traditional foods, the decorations, and the folklore and beliefs that shaped everyday life — many of which still live on today.

The park is full of life, offering Easter games, crafts, and even witch’s broom jumping. Don’t miss the spring concert in Seglora Church or the chance to try traditional Easter games. Easter at Skansen is a celebration of spring and Swedish traditions — perfect for both young and old.

Read more about the Easter break programme at skansen.se