Not to mention, hosting can mean winding up with a lot of unintended waste.

Second of all, theres something magical about creating a space that feels uniquely you, rather than magazine-perfect.

Theres beauty in imperfection, she says.

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If you do not have a perfect set of something, it is not the end of the world.

Have fun with mixing and matching the items you have in a thoughtful way.

Read on to start setting your table.

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Find your non-negotiable textiles

Taylor counts two textiles as non-negotiable for entertaining: tablecloths and napkins.

I like to think of the scene I am trying to set, Taylor says.

Are these too much together?

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Do these colors clash with each other?

Will this centerpiece actually add to the table or take away from everything underneath it?

First, take a deep breath.

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Having a common thread will make the table feel thoughtful and pulled together.

Theres where her beauty in imperfection philosophy comes in.

Your space will look utterly you.

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