Emily Post

Table Settings:

Setting a table is not as difficult as it seems. The basic rule is: Utensils are placed in the order of use, that is, from the outside in. A second rule, with only a few exceptions is: forks go to the left of the plate, and knives and spoons go to the right.

To watch a video of Tricia Post setting the Post family dinner table for Thanksgiving, click here.

Basic Table Setting:

Basic Place Setting: Click Here for Description and Diagram

Informal Table Setting:

Informal Place Setting: Click Here for Description and Diagram

Formal Table Setting:

Formal Place Setting: Click Here for Description and Diagram