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Frequently asked questions
What goes on a Christmas place setting?
From the bottom up: placemat, charger plate, dinner plate, salad plate, napkin (folded or rolled), name card or sprig of greenery on top. Glassware and silverware flank in standard order.
How do I fold a napkin for Christmas?
The simplest impressive fold: rectangle fold, then tie with a length of jute or velvet ribbon and tuck in a single cinnamon stick or sprig of rosemary. Takes 10 seconds, reads expensive.
Do I need matching plates for a Christmas table?
No: but match one element across all settings. Same charger, same napkin, or same glassware. The single consistent piece holds everything else together visually.