Sandy Chilewich loves to challenge people’s perceptions of a properly set table. The founder and creative director of the Chilewich brand of place mats dumped traditional linen tablecloths 16 years ...

Place mats on the dining table protect it from spillage and damage due to heat while also making it look aesthetically appealing. The setting of the dining table plays a key role in making it look ...

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Setting the table for Thanksgiving can be an afterthought. After all, it's just placing some glasses, plates, and silverware down before the food starts coming out of the kitchen, right? Well, that's ...

Some of my best memories have been made as I sat with family and friends at long tables for unhurried meals accompanied by sharing of news, much banter and philosophical arguments aimed at setting the ...

Victorians were very particular about their settings for dinner tables, especially at Christmas time. Some of the descriptions include water fountains, lakes and elaborate stands filled with flowers ...

When hosting formal events, which entail a multi-course meal, elegance is of the utmost importance. Supporting pieces, such as chargers, napkin rings, and place cards play a critical role in ensuring ...