When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Mary Hollis Huddleston Setting a perfectly laid table is an essential part of hosting.

A key part of the celebrations on Christmas day is always about sitting down with friends and family at the dinner table, so the way you set the space deserves a bit of focus. Aside from the table ...

For a festive Christmas Eve place setting, layer plates with silverware outside-in (fork left, knife/spoon right), add a ...

Have you ever wondered how to set a table? The holidays are here, and with it, dinner parties as well as formal family meals that finally put grandma’s silver to use. Laying them out, however, can be ...

Christmas is a festival of joy, love, and togetherness. It’s a special occasion to celebrate precious moments with family and ...

Not sure how to set a table properly? Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a formal, intimate dinner, this is table-setting etiquette you need to know. Dining habits have changed drastically ...

For students hoping to bring friends together at home, a Christmas dinner party provides the perfect opportunity to reunite. From the invitation to the table setting, follow the guide below to ...

For a fab Christmas bash think holistically where décor, lighting, food, and sustainability come together effortlessly. Here’s a handy guide to setting the mood, the table, and the memories ...

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 a ...

Produced in partnership with Kmart I love the idea of completely transforming tables into a decorative scene for special days like Christmas. But usually life gets in the way and I end up far too ...