How to Create a 7-Layer Place Setting for Any Occasion
HomeGoods style expert Jenny Reimold is serving up her favorite place setting trick, and it's easier to recreate than you think!

Home Goods
What You'll Need:
- 2 textured chargers
- hobnail plate
- ceramic or melamine plate
- seasonal dish towel or napkin
- salad plate
- small dish or bowl
Build your place setting from the bottom up:
Step 1
Lay down one to two textured chargers.
Step 2
Layer a classic, large hobnail plate on top to create a foundation.
Step 3
Next comes a seasonal melamine or ceramic plate for color and style.
Step 4
Instead of a traditional napkin placed between two plates, layer in a festive dish towel.
Step 5
Add a coordinating salad plate.
Step 6
Style a small dish, bowl or bread plate on top.
Step 7
Create a personalized top as a final touch.
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