First, the ABCs of table setting: Place the plates on the center of the placemat. Lay the napkin to the left of the plate, or get fancy with a fold — it's easier than you think.

Before you throw that dinner party, you should know how to set a table the right way. Whether the event is formal or informal, here's how to impress your guests.

An expert explains how to set a table and lay out a proper table setting, no matter whether you're hosting an everyday, casual, or formal occasion.

Here are some guidelines for proper table setting. Lizzie Post, great great granddaughter of etiquette expert Emily Post offers the video above for how to set a family dinner table based on your menu.

Emily Post's great-great-grandaughter Lizzie Post shares how to properly set a table for casual dinners, informal events and formal gatherings ...

To ease holiday stress, set your dining room table for the big Thanksgiving dinner several days before the big day. But how do you go about choosing the right plate, spoon, or wine glass? To make ...

As if preparing the food for a dinner party wasn't stressful enough, there's also the struggle of setting the table correctly. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner with friends or a fancy ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Place Setting 1. The bread and butter knife are positioned above the forks. 2. Dessert utensils are set horizontally above ...

Hosts who know how to properly care for their linens will always be prepared to set a table well before guests arrive. From how to wash table linens to ways to keep your tablecloth crisp, learn ...

Setting the table for your dinner party may seem like the job you give to eager guests who insist on helping, but it should be done with care and prec. ... How to Properly Set a Table.