I’ve been reading this fabulous book, The Art of the Table: A Complete Guide to Table Setting, Table Manners, and Tableware by Suzanne Von Drachenfels. The book is a very detailed read and is a must-have for any professional or lover of entertaining. I especially love all the historical information the author has included about art, china, and table settings. I happen to have an extra copy of the book and want to give it away to one of our fabulous readers!

Simply leave a comment to this post detailing your favorite element in setting your table. Is it a piece of heirloom china? Perhaps menu cards you’ve custom designed? Or a fabulous tag sale find? We can’t wait to know!

A winner will be chosen at random on Friday!