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CityViewNC.com | 73 dining experience. When used as table décor, candles can be in elaborate candle holders or plain tea light candles. Etiquette Scholar suggests candles be lit before guests come to the table and should remain lit until they leave the dining room. When the centerpiece is in place, a pair of candlesticks is placed at each end, about halfway between the centerpiece and the end of the table. e candlesticks or candelabra must be high enough so that the light does not shine into the eyes of those at the table. And finally, if the candles are used in addition to other lighting, two or four candles are adequate for a table of up to eight people. Napkin folding e final touch of décor is the napkin. One can create elaborate designs such as animals or roses by simple twists and pulls, transforming your napkin into a piece of art. For basics, try the napkin pocket, where you can tuck a set of uten- sils inside. First, fold the bottom edge of a napkin up to the middle. Second, fold the bottom up again on top of itself. en fold the two sides to meet in back. Fold insides again, and place the napkin on the table. Tuck utensils neatly into the front pocket. For a more decorative design, try the candy wrap napkin. With a little creativi - ty, you can surprise your guests when they pull at the ends of the napkin to reveal hidden sweets or a note tucked inside. (Directions via Martha Stewart) Follow the diagrams at le to create this coiled effect. e dotted lines show where the creases should appear, while the curved arrows indicate where you need to flip over the fabric and the curly arrow means to roll it up. For a crisper look, iron the napkins before and aer folding. In Conclusion Maybe you already know these rules. Maybe you receive a gold star for your extensive table manners knowledge. In that case, try some napkin folding ideas to add extra pizazz to your next dinner party. If you (or someone you know!) have some room to grow, keep working. Luck- ily, there are three meals (or more!) in a day. at's more than enough time to get it right. CV Sinus pain, congestion or pressure? Call us, we can help. For an appointment, call (910) 615-3060. Cape Fear Valley Ear, Nose and Throat provides state-of-the-art medical and surgical solutions for most head and neck problems. We treat children and adults and offer allergy testing and shots. 1565 Purdue Drive | Suite 301 Fayetteville, NC | 910 615-3060 Allergies? Get 8 Issues per year of CityView delivered to your door for ONLY $24 CALL TODAY 910.423.6500 or visit us at www.CityViewNC.com