Thursday, June 25, 2009

tablescape thursday - how 2 set the table

i don't really know how to set a table. i guess u should know how to do this if u want to tablescape.

here's a formal table setting.

& emily post is the expert, so here's how she says to do it. how do u set a table? what r the steps u do to make a tablescape? thanks for ur help. and go to the link "between naps on the porch" to see some awesone tablescapes.

From Emily Post

Etiquette Everyday ~ Entertaining

Table Setting Guides

Setting a table is not as difficult as it seems. The basic rule is: Utensils are placed in the order of use, that is, from the outside in. A second rule, with only a few exceptions is: forks go to the left of the plate, and knives and spoons go to the right.

Basic Place Setting > Description and diagram