Food tastes better when it is beautifully presented, making any meal more satisfying if its served up with thought and care. The effort you put into decorating a table will make guests feel truly welcome, while even an everyday meal can be transformed by a few stylish touches. In Table Inspirations, Emily Chalmers shows how to select the right elements for adorning the table, such as china, linen and flowers. More than 20 themed occasions are featured, ranging from festive meals such as Christmas dinner or children's parties to simpler events such as supper for two or a lazy weekend breakfast, with inviting and imaginative ideas for each one.

Whether you are planning a formal dinner party or an impromptu lunch in the garden, Table Inspirations is filled with quick, easy and stylish ideas for laying the table.

A decorative table heightens the sense of occasion and anticipation when you are entertaining friends, helping to turn a simple meal into a memorable celebration.