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Desire/Acquire: Ceramic White Animal Napkin Rings

CasaSugar — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:15:38 -0700

Jonathan Adler's new Animal Napkin Rings ($18 each) are irresistibly adorable. But, a whole set of four will cost you $72 smackers! I don't know about you, but I'd prefer to spend those dollars on a good bottle of wine or an indulgent menu. Luckily, I've found a similar set of barnyard napkin rings for much less! To see them, read more.

These Vintage Animal Napkin Rings ($24 for four) on Etsy will save you $48 on your dinner table décor, and are equally cute. The chicken, piggy, rabbit, and duck have country flair and are more true to form than Adler's modern napkin rings, but they're too sweet not to love!

Steal of the Day: Kim Seybert Crystal Napkin Ring

CasaSugar — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 05:30:52 -0700

There's no reason your dinner table shouldn't be as decked out as your dinner guests. So, why not pick up a set of napkin rings resembling baubles you'd wear on your fingers? The combination of smooth wood and round-cut, silver-set crystals in the Kim Seybert Crystal Napkin Ring ($42 for four, reduced from $60) makes them ideal for either a casual, weekday lunch or a fancy evening fête - just the kind of versatile, day-to-night accessories I covet for my wardrobe. Kim Seybert's glam brand of tabletop décor is a favorite of Gossip Girl, and certainly mine as well.

Crave Worthy: Pyrite Napkin Rings

CasaSugar — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:00:46 -0800

I recently rounded up Fall napkin rings for you, with a seasonal palette of warm tones. While I'm certainly a fan of all of those choices, I can't help but say I'd kill to have a set of the Thad Cline Pyrite Napkins Rings ($140). The stunning, handmade pieces are made from bronze wire wrapped around a natural Pyrite stone. The smashing sparkling rocks would make any dinner table glamorous this holiday. Do you like them?

Roundup: Fall Napkin Rings

CasaSugar — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 08:30:53 -0800

Thanksgiving is approaching and I've been looking around for some festive Fall napkin rings to add a little oomph to my dinner table. The holiday of course calls for cloth napkins (paper would be a total sin), and since I'll be all dolled up, I can't allow them to go undressed. Napkin rings with a leaf motif are cute but also a little kitschy, so I find myself gravitating toward rings with a seasonal palette of warm tones that don't necessarily have a Fall themed pattern. The Red Batik Wood Napkin Ring Set ($17.94 for six) from World Market, for example, has a geometric batik pattern in shades of red and brown. To see what other Fall napkin rings I've rounded up, read more.

Etsy Find: Table Talk Napkin Rings

CasaSugar — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:00:28 -0700

If you were tempted by the customized wedding ring bowl from artist Paloma's Nest, chances are that you'll also fall for these Table Talk Napkin Rings ($48 for four). Made from reclaimed wood, the rings are stamped with a message of your choice. Need a wedding present for a newlywed couple? These, stamped with their wedding date, would be a great choice. Want to commemorate a special occasion or gathering? These rings can do just that. Since each ring is only two inches in diameter, the text is limited to 30 characters and spaces. The text is printed in uppercase letters in black ink, and the wood is sanded to a smooth finish to accommodate your favorite linens.

Steal of the Day: Kiwi Orchid Napkin Rings

CasaSugar — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 14:00:59 -0800

It's not hard to take your dinner table from blah to glam with these Kiwi Orchid Napkin Rings ($6) from Hazelnut, my favorite home shop in New Orleans. No need for fancy patterned table linens: these beauties will do the trick on a simple white table cloth, with white cloth napkins and some simple tea light votives. Just add a romantic homemade dinner and you'll be set (literally).

Etsy Find: Lucite Knot Napkin Rings

CasaSugar — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:30:14 -0800

If you want to do the earth a favor and use cloth napkins, you should do style a favor and get yourself a set of chic napkin rings. This set of eight Eddie Ross Lucite Napkin Rings ($75) passes the test in my book. Naturally, I adore everything Lucite, but I love that they go with any color palette. They're also transitional enough for any occasion, be it a formal dinner party or Sunday breakfast. Kind of like the LBD of the tabletop! What do you think?

Link Time!

CasaSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:00:27 -0800

A boutique hotel in a trailer park! - ShelterPop
Improvise some guest vanities. - AT:NY
When do you call in a pro? - Charles and Hudson
Make these acorn napkin rings. - Craft
Where do you store cleaning products? - Re-Nest
Find out what's missing in Germany. - Decor8
What's the best way to display CDs? - Shelterrific

Link Time!

CasaSugar — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:00:17 -0700

Learn how to make these dressers. - AT:SF
Get rid of ants naturally. - Charles and Hudson
Check out the intricate beauty of this crazy quilt. - Craft
Make these five repairs for under $50. - Re-Nest
And also check out these five easy napkin rings. - ShelterPop
I love this adorable art from Linda Solovic. - Simply Stated

Etsy Finds: Sophisticated Cloth Napkins

CasaSugar — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:00:54 -0700

I'm a big enthusiast of white table linens. With a basic backdrop, you can be flexible with your other dinner party décor, changing up your palettes and patterns to make each party special. That said, you'll need to bring in color and flair with napkins, napkin rings, flowers, and serving dishes. So, I thought I'd share a few colorful and sophisticated cloth napkins to get you started on your quest for the perfect party.

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Fall Leaf Napkin Ring - $1.49	Red Batik Wood Napkin Ring Set of 6 - $17.94
Pandan Basketweave Napkin Ring Set of 6 - $11.94	Tonal Beaded Napkin Ring - $3.95
Brown Wood Carved Square Napkin Ring Set of 6 - $17.94	Set of Six Maple Leaf Napkin Ring - $45.50
Alessi - ethno napkin rings by alessi - $18.00	Octagon Napkin Rings by Aman Imports - $10.50
Resin Hoop Napkin Rings - $3.50	Striped Napkin Rings Sets of 6 - $11.94
Amber Glass Napkin Ring - $2.95	Poinsettia Napkin Ring - $3.95