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.

Also, a properly set table can make the food itself look better. Related: 26 Beautiful DIY Table Setting Ideas for the Holidays. Basic Table Setting.

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.

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.

A basic table setting is the go-to approach for weeknight family dinners or casual outdoor gatherings. You don’t need much, says Parker, and this is the least formal option.

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

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.