Memorial Day Picnic

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My mother has six sisters, and all of my aunts had several children. My mother and father had four, so our family reunions are attended by a fair amount of people. We always have a Memorial Day picnic, and aunts, uncles, cousins and grandchildren come from all over the country for it. One of [...]

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Unique Wedding Table Arrangements

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Most brides desire to have a memorable wedding reception that manages to be trendy and traditional at the same time. This can understandably be difficult to attain. While I was planning my wedding, I troubled over the best way to make guests feel comfortable and welcome, yet give them an event that they would [...]

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Mother’s Day Picnic

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Mother’s Day offers opportunities for each and every one of us to demonstrate affection for the woman who cares so much for us each and every day of the year. While presents on Mother’s Day are always appreciated, what most moms want is the gift of time spent with their sons and daughters.

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10 Uses for Your Tablecloth

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For April Fool’s Day, we wanted to give you 10 (unconventional) uses for your table linens.

1. Make a Cape

Take two corners of your tablecloth and drape the rest of it down your back and across your shoulders.  Grab the corners and pull them together in front of you, across your chest.  Tie [...]

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Tips for Banquet Servers

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Unlike many of my advice articles where I found my guidance through research, I happen to have some first-hand knowledge of the banquet and hospitality industry that allows me to share some tips with those hoping to break into the field. It can be intimidating working in a fancy environment, so I have decided [...]

Top 12 Holiday Season Tablecloths

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What are the most popular tablecloths for fall, winter and the holiday season? Here are a dozen prints that will help create the perfect atmosphere for your gatherings this year. And they’re not just for tablecloths — they also work well for napkins, table runners, table skirts, or even Christmas tree skirts. Click on [...]

Fall Tablecloths

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Well, I hate to admit it, but fall is now upon us. And, with the changing of the season comes redecorating your home. In terms of tablecloths, the fall is time for festivities that allow for many creative designs. While the summer often lends itself to outdoor dining, outdoor tablecloths are generally made from vinyl. [...]

History of Vintage Tablecloths

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Recently, there has been a resurgence in popularity in all things vintage. Tablecloths, napkins, and toppers are no exception. Perhaps, in these unpredictable times people find comfort by decorating their homes with table linens and household furniture that remind us of a simpler time. Regardless of the reasons, vintage tablecloth prints have been in [...]

Summer Tips from Bright Settings

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The sun is coming out and the weather is warming up. The kids are all anxious to play outside, and the grill is begging to be lit. With that in mind, there’s no need to compromise your table setting just because you’ve moved outside for the summer. Here are some tips from Bright to [...]

What is Satin?

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Wedding receptions and high-end banquets often feature satin tablecloths because of the glossy sheen they provide. One is shown here under a damask topper and matching bow accenting the satin chair cover.

Satin products have long been associated with formality and romance. However, there is often some confusion as to what satin really [...]