Help me with DIY lighting ideas for a party?

Asked by JLeslie (65408) December 30th, 2018 from iPhone

I went to a party recently that had changing color lights under the skirt of white table clothes and the room was dimly lit and it looked really cool. The table clothes were to the floor, so the light fixture was hidden. The tables were small round bar height.

I’m thinking of doing some cool lighting for my party but need ideas from jellies who know more. Here are the parameters:

I’ll have multiple “table height” 6 foot rectangular tables. There are no electrical outlets on the floor, and I don’t feel comfortable running cables to the wall.

The room will not be very dark, but I should be able to dim it for a nice glow if I use accessory lighting.

I will be using those cheap plastic table clothes. I haven’t chosen a color yet, I’m open. Originally, I wanted to buy table clothes that just come to your lap, but I guess I can get floor length if necessary for effect. It’s just more convenient to sit at a table that doesn’t have floor length.

Also, I’m thinking about lit center pieces of some sort.

What are your thoughts and recommendations? Links appreciated. I’d love if I can actually buy items from a store rather than the internet, but I’m willing to buy online especially if I can return it to a store.