Your Dining Room

October 1, 2008

Compiled by Shawn Gilliam with assistance from Alla Ilushka, Hannah Martine, and Kim Reishus.

The holidays bring gatherings to the table. Spice up your dining space with the best linens, serving pieces, and decorative items we’ve seen this season.

Classic Jacquard tablecloth from Williams-Sonoma

Neutral Elegance

A classic Jacquard tablecloth with vintage flair ($179) brings warm beauty to the table. Williams-Sonoma, Galleria, Edina, 952-285-1338; Mall of America, 952-854-4553; Rosedale Shopping Center, 651-636-0253; The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, 763-315-0780

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Golden Rings

Jazz up table linens and bring modern dazzle to dinner with this gleaming gold napkin ring ($3.95). Crate&Barrel, Galleria, Edina, 952-920-2300

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Wood and glass-beaded paisley table runner from Horchaw Collection

Beaded Beauty

The table runner’s ($440) detailed gold and silver paisley designs—intertwined with the handmade glass and wooden beading—add interest to a tabletop. Horchow Collection, 877-944-9888

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Black-and-white stoneware from Pottery Barn

Boldly Black and White

Add pizzazz to your Thanksgiving dinner with graphic black-and-white stoneware ($19–$32). Pottery Barn, Galleria, Edina, 952-925-1610; 870 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-221-9776; The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove, 763-425-4002

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The Buzz

Add some interest to the appetizer table with these cocktail plates ($29.95, set of four). Patina, five metro locations, including 1581 Selby Ave., St. Paul, 651-644-5444

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Lafayette wrought-iron candelabrum from Horchow Collection

Distinctive Candelabrum

Make an elegant statement at your dinner table with the Lafayette wrought-iron candelabrum ($495), which features a white alabaster base and finial. Horchow Collection, 877-944-9888

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Mother of pearl flatware from Pottery Barn

Exquisite Mother of Pearl

Wow your family with your cooking and your table setting. This set of flatware ($65–$249)—with its mother-of-pearl design—will impress all in the family. Pottery Barn, Galleria, Edina, 952-925-1610; 870 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-221-9776; The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove, 763-425-4002

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Porcelain and bronze Silvie vase from Hirshfield's Design Studio

Centerpiece Glamour

Made for larger arrangements, the Sylvie vase ($235) by Shine Home is porcelain and bronze with a gilt gold finish. Available through Hirshfield’s Design Studio, Mpls., 612-374-8901

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Earthy Appeal

Nestled among the artistic leaves, the three lights on the chandelier ($124, with a bronze finish) provide a room with a subtle glow. Lowe’s, eight metro locations

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24-karat gold-plated stainless-steel silverware from Horchow Collection

Fine Dining

This 24-karat gold-plated stainless-steel silverware ($45, twenty-piece service) is elegant, durable, and dishwasher safe. Horchow Collection, 877-944-9888

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Teco Double Gourd vase from Room & Board

Modern Subtlety

The Teco Double Gourd vase ($165) in chocolate is a subtle and stylish accessory. Its wide mouth works well for a large bouquet. Room & Board, 7010 France Ave. S., Edina, 952-927-8835

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Three-tier beverage stand from Smith & Hawken

Stocked with Style

Made for indoor and outdoor use, this three-tier beverage stand ($219) is versatile and large enough to hold a party’s-worth of beverages. Smith & Hawken, Galleria, Edina, 952-285-1110; 799 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-1140; and The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove, 763-488-1876

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