I mentioned earlier how napkins can bring out an accent color you might want to play up in your interior or seasonal setting. Note here how the napkin is laid in thirds to create a long flat runner. (Shown on right for effect.) It is then slid under plate and tucked at top of basket weave charger. Look at how a few clear vases with rocks picked up at the seashore are like small studies. Water could be added; flower stems could be cut short, like Gerber daises and floated above the rocks to add a jolt of orange or hot pink. Sunflowers also last a longer time when cut short and their color would make this table even brighter. a few springs of purple lavender or stattice and the table would become an over the top French Country.

Consider your plate as the face of the table, the mats and napkins you choose are like the hat and scarf; napkin rings and flatware are the jewelry to add shine and glassware adds sparkle like sunglasses or a pair of diamond earrings.

For your tabletop wardrobe consider several sets of choices for mats and napkins to dress up, dress down or add seasonal colors to your settings. Imagine this as your walk in closet and mix and match as you like to set the mood you so desire. Just as you get dressed for the day or events consider how you wish to dress your table.