Table setting refers to the way to set a table with tableware--such as eating utensils and dishware--for serving and eating. The arrangement for a single diner is called a place setting.
cosmetic: serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose; "cosmetic fenders on cars"; "the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative"
Relating to decoration
(decorativeness) an appearance that serves to decorate and make something more attractive
Serving to make something look more attractive; ornamental
(decoratively) in a decorative manner; "used decoratively at Christmas"
The Table Is Set
Very simple table setting for Thanksgiving as all of my candlesticks and decorative stuff is in storage from the flooring being replaced and I had no time to make or buy a centerpiece.
I was going to use a beautiful fall tablecloth until I realized that the only china I had would clash horribly with it, so I just went with blue.
escutcheon style place cards
Handmade place cards. made by layering 2 pieces of hand punched paper. hand lettered using my "Avalon Par Nine" lettering style. Paper and ink colors showing better in this photo. Colors are luxe blush paper and brown Ziller Ink.