All the items needed at the table to serve & eat a meal

Plates, cups, saucers, bowls (may be made of china or other materials)

Silverware may be made of sterling, silver, stainless steel, wood pewter or plastic

Glassware; drinking vessels for the table; may be lead crystal or lime glass or plastic

These are generally serving pieces with a large hollow in them to hold food; bowls or tureens

Tablecloths, runners, place mats & cloth napkins, Deaden sound & add beauty to the table

13"-17" wide runs down the center of the table on top of the table cloth

A small decorative cloth used underneath plates at a place setting

Placed at place-setting; diner puts it on his/her lap immediately after being seated

Flowers or other decorative items at the center of the table for beauty; take care it isn't too tall for guest to see

Appropriate for evening dinners, but not at lunch

Plates, bowls, saucers & etc.; can be finest made of bone china. Others are stoneware, earthenware, or pottery

Should be in proportion to be table & the table appointments