It's only the middle of October, but we're willing to bet that a lot of you have already solidified your holiday plans. For those of you fortunate enough to be hosting your family and friends this year for the first time, don’t fret! We’ve got a handful of helpful tips (and reminders for all of you seasoned vets) on how to formally set your dining room table and properly spread holiday cheer!
Step #1: Spread your tablecloth. If you’re not using a holiday-themed tablecloth, a crisp, white tablecloth will also do the trick. Just make sure that whatever you use, it’s wrinkle-free!
Step #2: Place your centerpiece at the center of the table. Fresh flowers and candles are nice additions, or you can even make your own!
Step #3: Set out your dinner plates one inch from the edge of the table. They should also be centered in front of each chair.
Step #4: Place your utensils. Forks will go to the left of the plate and knives to the right of the plate with blades facing inwards. Spoons will go to the right of the knives. Utensils should be placed in the order that they will be used, with first-course utensils farthest from the plate. Utensils should also be lined up so that they are even with the plate, one inch from the edge of the table.
Step #5: Set out your glasses directly above the knives. Like the utensils, glasses should be positioned in the order that they will be used. Usually, water is first, followed by wine glass(es).
Step #6: Position dessert forks and/or spoons horizontally at the head of the plate, or bring them out with dessert. Dessert plates are usually served later and are not set out in advance.
Step #7: Place bread plates above the forks. Butter knives should lie across the bread plates.
Step #8: Lay a folded napkin at the center of each dinner plate or in a glass. Be sure to get creative with your folding, and don’t be afraid to get fancy with your napkin rings, either!
For more information on how to set your perfect holiday table, check out these helpful links:
· eHow – How to set a formal table
· Bright Settings – Online table setter
Also, feel free to share some of your table-setting tricks in the comments section below.
Happy table-setting!
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