Posted by Karen Visser on 2018 Nov 18th
Christmas Entertaining at its Finest!
Now that you have set the stage with the perfect tree, it’s time to Impress your guests with the perfect table setting!!
Let’s start with theme and colour. Rule of thumb is if your table is sharing the same room as your tree, keep Your colour and theme similar.
Once that is established the next big decision is To cover or not to cover your table. Tablecloths typically add a more formal look. Where as placemats Or table runners give a more relaxed modern feel. The nice thing about placemats is you have the option to layer them on top
Of your table cloth or place alone. Table runners are great to place either length wise down the centre of your table just to add a pop of colour or horizontally across the table on each place setting.... virtual used as placemats.
Now that the linens have been established it’s time to start layering up with your favorite dish ware. White dishes give you the most flexibility to mix and match with any theme and colour scheme. For example your white dinner plate can be paired with antique floral china or, to modern it up, a solid bright colour .... it will all look spectacular!
Next the flatware. Keep in mind Silverware or polished chrome Cutlery gives a more formal /glam look while brushed stainless gives a more sleek modern feel. Keep forks, dinner first and dessert second on the left, while knifes and small spoons on the right.
Your centre piece is like the cherry on top. Aim for Height. Some ideas are a nice cluster of pillar candles of varying heights on a tray bejeweled with stones on a plate, or an amazing
Floral arrangement.
Your set to go!! Now just the cooking!
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