Our advice to set a beautiful table

Dressing a beautiful table is not as easy as it seems. Indeed, one can think that doing it is within everyone's reach, but it is a monumental error. Although Dressage of a table is an art, it is not difficult to understand. 

With the right methodology and appropriate advice, you will be able to Dress your table as an expert, and it will necessarily be useful to you. Do you organize a party? Do you have a reception at home, do you expect guests or just want to have a romantic dinner? Your table must reflect your commitment and your degree of application. 

Depending on the occasion, the table can be drawn in a specific way. There are basic aspects that you need to know. From the choice of dishes, to the type of tablecloth, including the layout of the cover on the table, Flowrette explains everything you need to know. We will also see the types of accessories that can help you embellish your table more, and satisfy your guests. 

See our guide without further delay below how to set a beautiful table.

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Before talking about the dressing of the table, it would first be necessary to dwell on the type of dishes you will use, hence our first stop: what type of dishes should be used? 

The choice of dishes can be a real headache for some people at the time of draw a beautiful table. The dishes has several materials, the most widespread and most recommended of all of which is ceramics. 

Ceramics actually designates the cooked clay at very high temperature, but also the technique used during this process. It is a rustic material that has made a comeback in recent years. Ceramic dishes is very popular, which is why it is also used in the sober environments only on chic tables. Thanks to its old game appearance, its pretty patterns, the attractive colors, the brilliant coatings and the many forms available, it is difficult to resist it. 

Ceramics exists under three main variants: porcelain, earthenware and sandstone. 

Porcelain is the most translucent and white variant. It resists thermal and mechanical shocks. Earthenware is more porous and more fragile than porcelain. Finally, sandstone is the most authentic and rustic ceramics. To put it simply: it is the most resistance variant there is.

The number of glasses you have on your table depends on the type of drink that will be served and the nature of the event. 

A formal event implies output the full range of glasses at your disposal. On the other hand, if it is for a Dinner with friends or a romantic dinner, You can use the three glasses that are glass for an aperitif, that of red wine and water glass. 

To get a nice rendering, it is strongly recommended to align your glasses on your table. The rules vary according to traditions. Among the English, alignment must be parallel to the edge of the table. In French, alignment is diagonally oriented compared to the plates. 

Here is a elementary rule : The glasses are aligned in decreasing order, from the left to the right. Water glass (which is generally a glass on foot) will always be placed on the far left, because being the largest of the glasses. 

What about the flute? Generally, it is not placed at the same time as the glasses on the table. She almost always arrives at the end of the meal unless the meal is entirely in champagne. In this case, the champagne flutes will have to be placed between the water glass and that with red wine. 

The maintenance of the glasses is sometimes neglected, and yet it is an aspect of a very great importance. After cleaning your glasses before placing them at the table, your fingerprints could stay there, and it would be a shame. Please pay particular attention to this detail, cleaning the glasses with a soft cloth preferably. Also check that they are not impregnated with an unpleasant odor before placing them on the table.

The answer to this question actually depends on the shape of the table. If it is rectangular or square, you will not need to make folds. On the other hand, if your table is round, you will be obliged to make folds using your iron.

Molleton is a very popular accessory in the world of catering. It is placed directly on the table, below the tablecloth. It gives more comfort in the guests and deafen the noise produced by the cutlery.

To do Good impression to your guests, it would be clever to have your table by following The rules of the art in the matter.

To find out more about the art of the table, we wrote an article on our main rules to be observed for tableware.

If you want more information on table art, we have the perfect article for you where we explain you What is tableware? 

Each of the above elements mentioned plays a specific role in the training and beauty of a dining table. However, we must not forget the decorative aspect, which can be improved with the use of small accessories. Investing money in a new service during each event can be expensive, even bulky. And yet, you can get a magnificent table with objects that are within your reach. 

According to the theme chosen or the event in question, You can bring an additional touch with simple daily accessories : chocolate eggs for Easter, small pumpkin for Halloween, pastel colors for baptism, and many more. 

If you lack inspiration for your Christmas table, here How to make a beautiful table at Christmas.

You have to be careful not to overload your table. This is the point of opting for a Simple, basic, but attractive decoration who keeps a certain harmony. You can improve your decoration with a bouquet of flowers, candles and candles or a table runner. 

• In the center of your table, you can place a beautiful vase and put pretty seasonal flowers in it. This will give even more gaiety to your decoration. 

The bouquet of flowers will always be a sure value To enhance a dining table. Depending on the atmosphere you want to create and the type of season, you will use specific flowers. For a romantic dinner, you can for example opt for field flowers. If, on the other hand, you want to have a more sophisticated air, orchids or lilies will do the trick.

Attention ! The choice of vase also plays a crucial role. There are so many varieties and shapes that you will necessarily find your account, but we advise you to take a ceramic vase. However, please do not take a too big vase, otherwise your decoration will be bulky.

• Why not use candle holders to improve the decoration of your table? 

Candles have always been essential decoration accessories. Regardless of the season, in winter and in autumn, the candles are very popular. They provide a feeling of comfort and warmth, while bringing volume to the dining table. 

There is a wide variety. Depending on the atmosphere you want to create, you can use scented candles, white candles, candlesticks, and even candelabras.

• Why not opt ​​for a table runner? 

It is a tradition that dates from a hundred years, and yet it still has the same effect. With a nice table runner, you have the assurance of bringing A touch of special decoration at your table. 

There are several ways to have a table runner, and we will present them to you. 

The most usual arrangement is in the middle of the table. In this way, the table runner is parallel to its length. The surface of the table is thus divided into 3 zones: the centering center, which presents the dishes and the two edges of the table, which receive the guests and the cutlery. 

You can opt for a position opposite, and for this, you will have to choose a large enough model to accommodate the entire service. This provision has the advantage of creating a certain connection between the guests who will take place around the table.

Flowrette's mission was to help you draw up your dining table. The objective is achieved insofar as you have all the information and tricks to ideally draw a beautiful table according to French tradition.