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The ultimate holiday table setting cheat sheet

Set the stage for your holiday dinner with our handy printable cheat sheet.
By Emma Reddington
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You spent hours creating the meal — now's the time to showcase it. While the of formality of setting the table just so might seem old school, knowing the rules will allow you to break them with confidence. Here's how to arrange all of your dishes, silverware and glasses for an impeccable (and organized) holiday table.

How to set the table web Illustration, Brendan Fisher.

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