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Tablesetting 101

If your mother forgot to teach you how to set the table, or if you’re forgotten those eternal rules, here’s our guide to help you navigate the complicated world of table setting etiquette, complete with cheat sheets.

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Casual Lunch

For a casual lunch, feel free to use heavier dinnerware, like these simple ceramic plates. Provide glasses for whatever beverage you plan to serve. The coffee cup may be set on the table rather than passed after the meal. There are no candlesticks on a lunch table, since you don't use them when you're not lighting the candles, which you wouldn’t be in the daytime.

› Download the Casual Lunch Cheat Sheet

Table: Myrtle
Place mat: Pottery Barn
Plate and mug: Pottery Barn
Flatware: Pottery Barn
Glasses: Pottery Barn
Napkin: Gracious Home, Find Similar at Table Matters
Salt & pepper: Table Matters
Flower container: Pottery Barn

Next: Casual Dinner

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