How To: Properly Set the Table
{simple place setting for an informal meal}
Whether you are eating solo or having guests over for the holidays there is a proper etiquette you should follow for a perfectly set table. Here are a few tips, tricks and diagrams to help you create the ideal eating environment.
• The word “forks” will help you remember the order for a basic place setting. (Fork, O for the plate, R right side Knife and Spoon.)
• The knife blade always faces the plate
• The napkin goes to the left of the fork or on the plate.
• The knife blade always faces the plate
• The napkin goes to the left of the fork or on the plate.
Fashion meets Food 
Ahhhhh love the \”FORK\”….thanks for sharing:)
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Good to know!
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I grew up in a pretty formal setting so I've always known how to set the table. My husband on the other hand (6 years later), still can't remember the utensils proper place! 😉 xoxo A-
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I don't host a lot of formal events, but who knows – it might come in handy some day! I love your placemat:)
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Great tips! I'm going to pin these for future reference.
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Love that you posted this! Drives me crazy when the knife is on the wrong side or facing out. My mom was good at teaching us proper set up! ;)http://www.stilettosanddiaperbags.com/
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This is excellent information to know! Thanks for sharing!
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Very Interesing! Thanks for posting!
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very helpful i must say. i would never have even bothered to look this up.. never know when I go out for Fine Dining! :-)Thanks girl, happy friday!
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