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If I’m using a tablecloth, do I have to use placemats also?

By admin on July 29, 2011

I’m planning Thanksgiving for my family and am not sure whether I need to get placemats as well as a tablecloth.

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8 responses to “If I’m using a tablecloth, do I have to use placemats also?”

  1. DrDee
    DrDee
    July 29, 2011 at 8:24 pm |

    It’s just a matter of preference. If you’re using a special or heirloom cloth, it might be a good idea… but again, that’s up to you.

    Frankly, when I use tablecloths to dress my table for a special occasion I don’t use mats. I *do* however, use “chargers” under my dinner plates for more formal occasions. You might want to consider that, if you want to add a festive touch without the mats.

    Here’s a site that illustrates “chargers”… (I *love* this site.. tons of great tips for setting that “special occasion” table!):

    http://www.wisegeek.com/how-do-i-set-a-formal-table.htm

    Here’s another link (part of the “wisegeek” site) that tackles the entire subject of placemats:

    http://www.wisegeek.com/what-should-i-consider-when-buying-placemats.htm

    Best of luck, have FUN and Happy Thanksgiving!

  2. BluGrrl
    BluGrrl
    July 29, 2011 at 9:01 pm |

    If there are a lot of kids coming I would say to not bother, however it does make the table look nicer and gives the guests more distinct places to sit (at each place-mat)

  3. chris ireland
    chris ireland
    July 29, 2011 at 9:51 pm |

    yes you do. the one compliments the other.

  4. demetria2424
    demetria2424
    July 29, 2011 at 10:23 pm |

    They can compliment each other. Plus if there are messy eaters they can help contain the mess.

  5. Maw-Maw
    Maw-Maw
    July 29, 2011 at 11:21 pm |

    No they are not necessary at all.The napkins can give it a festive look if that’s what you want….

  6. Carole Q
    Carole Q
    July 29, 2011 at 11:57 pm |

    My personal opinion:
    If bare table or lace or linen covering, use placemats.
    If a vinyl table cloth, no placemats.

  7. janehahn54
    janehahn54
    July 30, 2011 at 12:52 am |

    No!!! You never use both at the same time.

  8. slopoke6968
    slopoke6968
    July 30, 2011 at 1:27 am |

    yes try these

    http://www.wrapables.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=C53574&promo=epicurious&banner=e_C53574

    http://www.thefrontdoor.com/Ideas_Holiday_Thanksgiving_Tableware.cfm

    http://www.horchow.com/store/catalog/catM5h.jhtml?itemId=cat000042&parentId=cat000035&masterId=cat000025&cmCat=

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