You might think you know the basics for setting the table, but it can actually be a little more complicated than you initially think. But getting to grips with the essentials leaves you in good ...

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 ...

Basic The basic table setting is what most of us would use for weeknight dinners (that don’t involve a TV dinner), or a weekend breakfast with the family.

The basic table setting, shown above, includes, as a minimum: a table mat; a plate (or plates if more than one course); the napkin either to the left of the plate, with a fork on top, or in the ...

A basic table setting is the go-to approach for weeknight family dinners or casual outdoor gatherings. You don’t need much, says Parker, and this is the least formal option.

Many of us know the basic components of setting a table, but maybe aren't so hot on our knowledge of where everything is meant to go. With these guides from to leading etiquette experts, you'll be ...

Don't set a basic dining table, or forget about the basics. While we encourage creativity and individuality when creating a tablescape, it's important to remember the standard protocol.

Table tips Use rentals. Unless you love your table legs or your rug, rent a floor-length tablecloth – and perhaps seat cushions, too, Anne Berman says. Repurpose items. Sascha Wolhandler lets… ...

Basic table setting 1. Picture the word “FORKS.” The order, left to right, is: F for Fork, O for the Plate (the shape), K for Knives and S for Spoons.

Set a table like a pro — and the Barefoot Contessa — by following Ina Garten's table setting tips and never stress about a tablescape again.