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THE BEST IDEAS FOR A LOW COUNTRY BOIL

by Regina 13 Comments

Have you ever had a Low Country Boil?

If you are a fan of seafood, or entertaining outdoors, you will find all sorts of inspiration, as I share the best ideas for a Low Country Boil.

A SIMPLE AND RELAXED TABLE

If you are visiting from Stacy at BricksnBlooms – WELCOME!

I’m Regina and I’m so excited to be part of the Virtual Supper Club this month with some amazing bloggers. Everyone shares a theme related tablescape and recipe.

This was a perfect month to be part of it for me, because just the word Lowcountry makes me smile.

What is Lowcountry?

By definition, it is a geographic and cultural region along South Carolina’s coast, including the sea islands. The culture has its roots in Gullah and Geechie cultures. But more on that some other time.

SHEM CREEK, SC
SHRIMP BOAT ON SHEM CREEK, SC

For me, it is a special place where I have vacationed for decades, yes I love all things South Carolina.

Table of Contents

  • A LOW COUNTRY BOIL EXPLAINED
  • LOW COUNTRY BOIL CENTERPIECE
  • PLACE SETTING FOR A LOW COUNTRY BOIL
  • THE EXTRAS TABLE
  • SHOP THIS POST
  • MORE FABULOUS LOW COUNTRY BOIL INSPO

A LOW COUNTRY BOIL EXPLAINED

A Low Country Boil is a culmination of several yummy ingredients such as shrimp, potatoes, sausage, corn and onions. Plus a delish seasoning mixed throughout.

This part of the Virtual Supper Club features tablescapes, stay tuned for part two when we share our recipes.

At the end of this post you will find the tablescapes from these seasoned veterans.

TIME TO GET CREATIVE

A Low Country Boil is best held outdoors. It’s a bit messy and lends itself to a casual outdoor space.

Since it’s typically a laid back affair, my tablescape has a relaxed feel to it.

LOW COUNTRY BOIL CENTERPIECE

Often the boil gets dumped directly on the table or onto a tray in the center of the table. Think steamed crabs for my Maryland friends. We plop a pile on the table covered with newspaper or butcher paper and have at it.

For this centerpiece I decided to use plain terra cotta pots and add plants in the colors of my table.

Red geraniums and yellow marigold popped against the white pots.

Potted plants are going to last much longer (all season) than purchasing cut flowers, and my daisies are not tall enough to cut yet.

MY CENTERPIECE

I used a white primer spray paint to give them a quick coat and added my flowers.

Adding items in threes provides a more balanced look, so I chose two small pots and one larger one.

This adorable shrimp was on Canva, so I printed him out and adhered him to two of the pots using spray adhesive. I normally would consider using Mod Podge but I didn’t want to make these permanent.

Using the same little shrimp, I printed him out on paper and created a banner to hang over the table.

I SPOTTED TWO OF THESE PILLOWS AT HOMEGOODS. I COULDN’T RESIST

Next I added two lobster/crayfish on the table. I found these at Michael’s for 50% off in the store.

Last year I created these fun cans for a Crab Feast and I had several Old Bay containers left over. I placed some around the table and added a geranium to the tallest one. The colors worked perfectly with the flowers.

VASES DON’T HAVE TO BE BORING

I added some treasures I’ve found on the beach over the years. If you are not lucky enough to drag home things from the beach, you could find some online. I especially love driftwood, you can see a project I made using only driftwood here.

PLACE SETTING FOR A LOW COUNTRY BOIL

A DISH CLOTH MAKES A PERFECT NAPKIN

I opted to use plastic platter type plates for this. Even though you drain the boil, there could be extra liquid and I was afraid that paper plates may leak. Keeping in mind it might be messy, next I bought these red and red and white dish clothes to use as napkins.

A SIMPLE STARFISH FINISHES THE LOOK

These are more absorbent and prettier than a roll of paper towels on the table. I added a bleached white starfish to each napkin and laid the place setting on a red and white table runner as a placemat. I purchased two table runners and cut them in half so I had enough for four seats on each side.

GETTING STARTED SETTING THE TABLE
BUILDING THE LOOK

Under the table runners I had a rolled out a large piece of butcher paper to serve as my tablecloth.

I did choose to use real silverware, but plastic cups. I painted a small Ball Jar navy and added my yellow and red paper straws.

A BEAUTIFUL MIX OF COLORS

THE EXTRAS TABLE

On a small wicker side table, I had extra plates, plastic bibs, napkins and extra plasticware. I also had additional cloth napkins with a lemon sliced tied up for cleaning your hands after the meal.

THE EXTRAS

Thanks so much for stopping by! Leave me a comment and tell me if you have ever had a Low Country Boil. Even if you opt not to have a boil, these ideas would work perfectly for a crab feast.

Be sure to check out all of the inspiration from my friends. You will LOVE them.

For more tablescape inspiration from Saved From Salvage, click here.

SHOP THIS POST

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MORE FABULOUS LOW COUNTRY BOIL INSPO

Jen from Midwest Life And Style

Anne and Anne Marie from Simply2Moms

Rachel from The Ponds Farmhouse

Stacy from BricksnBlooms

Michele from Vintage Home Designs

MIDWEST LIFE AND STYLE
SIMPLY2MOMS
THE PONDS FARMHOUSE
BRICKSNBLOOMS
VINTAGE HOME DESIGNS

XO, Regina

NEXT UP IS GOING TO BE THE RECIPES!

SERVING UP THE HUSHPUPPIES

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  1. Renae says

    May 26, 2022 at 8:24 AM

    Your table looks amazing! I can’t wait to see the recipes. Hugs to you.

    Reply
    • Regina says

      May 26, 2022 at 12:39 PM

      Renae – thanks so much!

      Reply
  2. stacy says

    May 26, 2022 at 8:41 AM

    Regina your table looks amazing! I love all of the pretty details and am so glad you joined us this month!

    Reply
    • Regina says

      May 26, 2022 at 12:38 PM

      Stacy – it was so fun to be part of! Thank you.

      Reply
  3. Rachel Harper says

    May 26, 2022 at 8:48 AM

    Regina,
    Your table is just adorable. I loved the dish towels as runners and those crabs are just perfect. So glad to have you join us this month.

    Reply
    • Regina says

      May 26, 2022 at 12:39 PM

      Rachel – thanks so much, I’m so glad to be part of this fun group!

      Reply
  4. Jen says

    May 26, 2022 at 1:37 PM

    I adore your table, Regina. So pretty and I love all of the coastal touches. And what a cute idea to use the old spice tin as a vase. It’s perfect! Happy you could join us this month.

    Reply
    • Regina says

      May 26, 2022 at 1:58 PM

      Jen – thanks so much. I’m so excited to be able to join your group – so fun!

      Reply
  5. AnnMarie - Simply2Moms says

    May 26, 2022 at 4:14 PM

    Thanks so much for joining our virtual supper club this month Regina. Your tablescape is so fun. I love how you laid the three runners across the table. And the flowers in the Old Bay container…so fun! Pinned!

    Reply
  6. [email protected] says

    May 26, 2022 at 7:22 PM

    Regina, you are so creative! I love the little crayfish banner and the white pots! And the old Bay cans…I love everything. It looks so beautiful and fun.
    Have a wonderful and safe weekend.

    Reply
  7. Tammy says

    May 28, 2022 at 11:56 AM

    I love how you decorated the table. My favorite is the plant in the Old Bay can (perfect). You found some great items to decorate for a Low Country Boil. Hushpuppies are a must as a side!!!!

    Reply
  8. Cecilia says

    June 2, 2022 at 5:44 PM

    Love this whimsical table setting–so fun! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm! Pinned!

    Reply
  9. vicki says

    July 6, 2022 at 8:15 PM

    Table scape is amazing and very inviting. You have so many extra touches – Old Bay seasoning cans for flowers – banner – the long tea towels. wonderful.

    Reply

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