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As if preparing the food for a dinner party wasn't stressful enough, there's also the struggle of setting the table correctly. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner with friends or a fancy ...

Place a dinner plate in the center of each place setting. If you're serving salad, place a salad plate on top of the dinner plate. Place a folded napkin to the left of the dinner plate. Place forks on ...

Not sure how to set a table properly? Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a formal, intimate dinner, this is table-setting etiquette you need to know. Dining habits have changed drastically ...

Setting the table for your dinner party may seem like the job you give to eager guests who insist on helping, but it should be done with care and precision. Sure, you could drop a cup full of plastic ...

Table settings will vary depending on the type of event and the food being served. Set up silverware and glassware so guests can work from the outside in and top to bottom. A floral centerpiece is a ...

Mackenzie Schmidt is the Home and Travel Editor for PEOPLE. She's worked at PEOPLE for over five years as a writer and editor on the Lifestyle team. Real talk: You eat all your meals on the couch.

Since Southerners are natural entertainers, we always want our linens to be party-ready. Hosts who know how to properly care for their linens will always be prepared to set a table well before guests ...

Whether you’re prepping for a basic lunch or a formal bash, here’s what you need to know.Some might argue that setting a ...