Table setting at home

If you have a “celebration just around the corner”, then you should take care not only of preparing delicious and beautiful dishes, but also of the proper arrangement of objects on the festive table. After all, table setting at home should not be inferior at all, if not even better than serving in expensive restaurants. Proper table design is a sign of good taste and hospitality of the owners.

In this article you will find the main canons and recommendations for a beautiful arrangement of tableware, taking into account the chosen style and prepared dishes.

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Tablecloth

The decoration of any table begins with the selection and spreading of the tablecloth. Below are some recommendations and rules regarding this subject of table setting at home:

• The main rule regarding the appearance of the tablecloth is its perfect cleanliness and evenness. The tablecloth must be carefully ironed before use.
• For festive receptions, a tablecloth made of shiny fabric is an ideal choice. In the case of a simple family dinner, you can use coarse linen linen in pastel colors.
• Do not over-strive for cleanliness and for this purpose cover the tablecloth with oilcloth on top. Thus, you will show some kind of disrespect for the guests, having previously doubted their delicacy, accuracy and cleanliness.
• If the table is large enough and needs to be covered with two tablecloths, then the first of them should be laid on the opposite side of the aisle. The second tablecloth is placed on top, tucking the edge so that a straight, straight line forms.

Important! The cloth of the tablecloth should come down from all sides of the table by at least 25-30 cm. It should also not be lower than the seat level of the chair. An excessively short tablecloth will look messy, and too long will cause inconvenience to guests.

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Placement of cutlery

Unfortunately, few housewives know how to properly serve cutlery, because these items are not limited to the usual spoon and fork. Their quantity and appearance depends on the dishes that are planned to be served. Therefore, you should not start serving a festive table without a thoughtful menu.

Important! Make sure that each guest has approximately 80 cm of table space. This will provide him with convenience, and you - the opportunity to carry out a beautiful table setting.

When setting the table, consider the following rules:

• All tableware must necessarily correspond to one set, be completely identical, meet the chosen style and interior of the room.
• All dishes should be clean, not have stains and stains. To do this, first wipe it with a clean, slightly damp, warm towel and polish it with dry cloth.
• Near each individual use plate should be located all the appropriate menus, spoons, forks, table knives, wineglasses and glasses. Their correct location can be seen in the photo.
• On the table should be, in addition to individual cutlery, also auxiliary - general. They are used for laying food from common dishes.
• When setting the festive table at home, you must follow a certain order. First of all, porcelain or earthenware dishes are placed.After that, devices are placed near it. The final step will be the arrangement of glass and crystal.

Important! Wine glasses, glasses and glasses are put on the table holding by the leg. Thus, you will exclude the appearance of fingerprints on the visible surface of the glass.

• Decorative plates should be located at least 2 cm from the edge of the table. Plates for soup or snacks are placed on top of them. At a distance of 8 cm at the top left of the decorative is a small pie plate, which is designed for butter and bread.
• Individual cutlery is placed on the sides and on top of the serving dish. Forks should lie with their cloves upwards, knives should be on the right, with a blade to the plate.

Important! From the very edge should lie the tableware that will be needed first. None of the appliances should be under the edges of the plate.

• Drinking vessels are placed on the top and right of the serving plate.

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Napkins

Napkins are not only an indispensable attribute of a well-served table and an opportunity for guests to feel comfortable if there was an incident with spilled wine, compote or a fallen piece of dish. A pre-bedded high-quality linen napkin will completely help to avoid this situation. Napkins are the main element of the decor, especially since there are an unlimited number of design options.

The rules for table setting with napkins are as follows:

• Each guest should have an individual napkin, which must be folded nicely and put on a snack plate at the very last stage of serving. It can be folded in various ways. An ideal option would be the one when opened, the napkin will look fresh and not wrinkled.
• Paper napkins should be equally accessible to everyone, therefore they are located in the center of the table or in several places if a mass event is planned with a combination of several pieces of furniture. In this case, it is also necessary to ensure that for each guest there is free access to the napkin holder.

Important! The number of paper towels should be calculated in advance. There should be so many that each guest gets an average of 2-3 pieces.

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Dishes

In no case should the holiday table break and be filled with a large number of dishes. Each guest should have enough space for comfort. To get exactly this result when setting the table for a birthday or a wedding, follow these recommendations:

• Salt and pepper are best placed in the center of the table, keeping a small distance between them. Sauces and mustard can be found nearby.
• Butter should be served with a special knife, and mustard with a small spoon.
• Bread rolls should be placed so that it is equally convenient for all guests to get them.
• Cold fish, vegetable and meat snacks should be placed on the table so that they alternate with each other.
• Soup is served in a special tureen, hot - in dishes. They, as well as salads, should have a separate spoon, with the help of which the food is laid out in individual plates.
• All drinks are served on the table already uncorked. It is better to do this immediately before the start of the feast.

Important! Each drink is best served in a specific type of container. Fruit drinks and juices - in jugs, tinctures and vodka - in decanters, cognac and wine - in bottles.

• Cold dishes such as sandwiches and salads are served first. After - hot dishes are served: first, second, and finally - dessert.

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Table decoration with thematic elements

Stylish and original details can help create a more festive and festive atmosphere.

Important! The number of decor items should not interfere with serving, arranging dishes and attract too much attention of guests.

Depending on the holiday, the decorative details of the serving may be different.

Birthday.Desk Tips

The birthday of children and adults differs in format and style of celebration. Therefore, it is not at all surprising that the serving also has its own differences.

Children's table decoration:

• Table setting for a children's birthday should have bright, funny elements that children like so much.
• Use unbreakable bright dishes from which children will not be afraid to eat. Disposable tablecloths and oilcloths will also help them relax and enjoy eating.
• A tablecloth is best attached to the table with tape. This will not let her slip when the children jump up from chairs or sit down.
• An excellent attribute of a children's holiday is multi-colored individual straws for juice.
• In the middle of the table, it is best to place sweets and candles.
• Name cards near each place will give a sense of importance to each of the invited guests.
• Napkins, dishes and dishes should correspond to the theme of the holiday.
• A pleasant surprise will be bright figures depicting cartoon characters. They can be placed near each plate or several pieces along the center line of the table.

Adult table decoration:

• Table setting for an adult's birthday must match the date and status of the birthday.
• If the birthday party wishes a bright and interesting holiday, you can decorate each guest's place with individual cards with comic wishes. For this type of people, theme holidays with appropriate serving and decoration are also suitable.
• For people of age or occupying reputable positions, the table setting should have beautiful and calm elements, such as flowers, candlesticks with candles, elegant napkins.

Important! Flowers on the table should not have a pronounced smell. They should not distract the aroma from the served dishes and bring any concern to the guests.

• Scattered petals on the table in a small amount will also be an excellent decoration for a festive feast.

Wedding. Proper table decor

Wedding table setting at home, as well as an adult birthday, can be varied. It all depends on the preferences and tastes of the couple:

• Flowers are the attributes of any wedding. The vases for them, like the bouquets themselves, should be low enough not to obscure the view of the guests. According to the rules of etiquette, the bouquet should not exceed the largest glass on the table.
• A large bouquet can be placed only in the center of the table.

Important! To avoid getting pollen or flower petals in food, it is necessary that the bouquets are placed at a sufficient distance from the dishes.

• Figures of newlyweds, white doves or interesting cards with photographs of the couple will be a pleasant and original addition to the solemn feast.

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At first glance, information on how to properly set up a table seems voluminous and complex. In fact, if you design your table at least once taking into account the serving canons, you will never forget this knowledge. Surely, you will begin to use them every time when it comes to any feast, because from a beautiful table and the food seems tastier.