Sage across the surface, white at the places
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A sage-coloured cloth gives white dishes a gentle background. Let the cloth do the broad colour work, while each plate creates a clear place to eat. There is no need to repeat green in every tumbler or serving bowl.
Choose a cloth that fits the table and lies without bunching beneath dishes. Smooth the area around the settings and check the edges from the chairs. A practical fit matters more than making an elaborate drape for the photograph. Follow the textile's cleaning instructions before its first use.
Add plain white napkins for a small change of texture. Place only the utensils the meal needs, with conventional knife blades facing toward the plate if knives are used. Clear glasses keep the scheme light. Reserve the centre for serving and enjoy the quieter contrast between cloth and pottery, rather than filling it with matching objects.