FOOD & DRINK
Laying the By Philippa Evans-Bevan
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aying the table for a special occasion is a lovely task, especially when it can be graced with Genuine Jersey produce and artefacts. It adds to the anticipation of a happy gathering and the sharing of a special meal. It is also a task that I often delegate to the helpful guest who repeatedly asks, ‘Is there anything I can do to help?’ It's an important contribution. One that sets the stage, the first act in the preparation for the performance of the feast. The stage is, of course, the table and whether a treasured heirloom from Granny or a contemporary piece, the table often has a story of its own. Marie and Darren, of Woodshed Living, create bespoke furniture including tables. They take great pride in designing special pieces, and a Woodshed Living table is a practical and beautiful article to be enjoyed for years to come. Each one certainly has a story and is crafted from reclaimed and recycled wood found in Jersey.
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How a table is dressed can be simple and elegant or highly decorated and detailed, as the occasion requires.
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How a table is dressed can be simple and elegant or highly decorated and detailed, as the occasion requires
Individual decorations and wonderful personal gifts to adorn place settings can be sourced from the Beverley Speck Textiles collection. The Christmasthemed fabric bells, hearts and deer designs made from vintage fabric also make perfect tree decorations.
Jersey is fortunate in having a diverse community of Island producers creating beautiful objects to grace the table. First, put the cloth on. Look no further than Crafty Quilters, where you will find all you could possibly need for sewing and crafts - Jenny Norman has a vast range of Liberty prints and stunning fabrics to create the unique tablecloth and matching napkins. She will also sew them to the size and shape required. Jenny’s colourful range details something for everyone, from boats to bees and a lovely floral array including the Ascot Rose, shown in our main image above.
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