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This chart answers the question of how big a tablecloth to get for given table size and length of drape desired.

You will need to know:

• The height of the table off the floor
• The size of the tabletop
• How long you want the tablecloth to "drop" off the edge of the table

Most tables positioned at dining height are 29-30 inches high. Adjustable cocktail tables may be posisitioned at dining height (30") Buffet Height (36") or Cocktail Height (42"). To determine what size of tablecloth will drop to the floor for cocktail tables it is important to know how high you intend to set them.

Dining Height (29" to 30" tall) Tables:

Table Size	Lap Length (12"-18" Drop)	Tea Length (6"-9" from floor)	Floor Length	Puddle (past the floor)
	N/A	N/A	90" Rd at dining height 108" Rd at cocktail height	108" Rd or 120" Rd
	N/A	90" Rd	108" Rd	120" Rd
	90" Rd	108" Rd	120" Rd	132" Rd
	108" Rd	120" Rd	132" Rd	N/A
	60" x 72" Oblong	N/A	36" x 48" Pleated Drape	N/A
	60" x 108" Oblong	N/A	36" x 72" Pleated Drape	N/A
	60" x 120" Oblong	N/A	36" x 96 " Pleated Drape	N/A
	90" Sq	N/A	60" x 60" Pleated Drape	N/A
	60" x 108" Oblong	N/A	90" x 132" Table Drape	N/A
	60" x 120" Oblong	N/A	90" x 156" Table Drape	N/A

Cocktail Height (42" tall) Tables:

Table Size	15" Drop	Tea Length (12" from floor)	Floor Length	Puddle (past the floor)
	N/A	90" Rd	108" Rd	120" Rd or 132" Rd

Sorry, we are still working on the overlay sizing guide (Jan 2009). Any questions, please call the office 1.800.488.8549!

Tips for laying out chairs:

Start setting up chairs from the front center. Place a single row (the first row) on either side of the "Aisle". The chairs in a row should not be so close to each other they are touching. There should be a minimum of 3" or 4" between them. Ideally rows shoudl have even numbers of chairs because most people come to weddings in pairs. Once the first row in in place, set up the first chair off the aisle in subsequent rows setting the spacing between rows. Allow a minimum of 3ft between rows of chairs, ideal placement is 4ft. 5ft is too much (unless you want a horizontal aisle for some reason.) We measure from top of chair to top of chair. 4ft will leave enough space for someone to walk infront of sitting guests.

This picture shows a ceremony for 40 seated guests. The aisle way is 5 feet wide allowing bridal party plenty of room. Wide aisles also allow the wedding photographer to get angles otherwise impossible without disturbing guests or wedding party. If you have the room, use it. There is at least 8 feet between the front of the first chair and the Wedding Canopy. This allows the bride and groom, officiant and wedding party room to maneuver out in front of the Canopy.

Sorry, we are still working on the placesetting guideline section of the web site. (Jan 2009).

Sorry, we are still working on the Dining Etiquette section of the web site (Jan 2009).

Glassware (and cups):

Glassware is packaged in crates specifically designed for moving, washing and storing glassware. Capers uses green TRAEX crates, so that our crates/glasses can be distinguished from other crates that may be present at your event. Crates are bagged with clear plastic to keep the contents clean during delivery. Bags are labeled with the type of glassware inside.

TIP: When you are ready to use glassware, rip open the plastic bag from the top, stretching the bag down the sides of the crate exposing the bottoms of all the glasses, but leaving the bag attached to the bottom of the crate. Then when you return the glassware, the bag (labeling which type of glass was in the crate) is still attached to the crate. The plastic also provides some protection from drips while transporting the used glassware in and out of the venue.

• DO
  • Remove stickers or other markers from glassware
  • Dump out any remaining liquid.
  • Remove lemon, fruit, marshmallows, etc. from inside glassware
  • Return glassware to original crate bottom-up.
• DON’T
  • Mix glassware in crates.
  • Return glassware to crates right-side-up
  • Dump remaining liquid through a stack of crates.
  • Re-bag the crate.
  • Stack crates over shoulder- height

China:

Clean plates arrive in plastic totes with hinged folding lids. The lid of the tote is labeled with the count and content of the tote. We protect the china within the tote using some recyclable packaging-save the packaging for returning the china!

• DO
  • Wipe or rinse the food (especially acidic marinades) from the china.
  • Return china to original tote.
  • Use original packing to protect edges of plates.
• DON’T
  • Pack more than 40 dinner plates or 70 smaller plates in one tote.
  • Stack totes more than two totes high.

Linens:

Tablecloths are packaged on hangers, with clear plastic garment bags that are open at the bottom. Each hanger is labeled with the size, fabric, color and number of tablecloth(s) contained within. Tablecloths with umbrella holes are marked with a hanging tag. Mesh return bags are provided for returning used tablecloths. It is not necessary that you return hangers and plastic garment bags, however if you want us to recycle the hangers, you may save them and wrap them in one of the plastic garment bags and return them with the linens. If they are clean, we will re-use them!

• DO
  • Shake ALL debris, food, confetti off the linen.
  • FOLD into mesh return bag provided or return to hanger(s).
  • Allow wet linens to dry before packing them for return.
• DON’T
  • Man-handle linens. Fold don’t stuff.
  • Try to launder or remove stains from linens.
  • Leave dirty linen bags where they can be exposed to dew, sprinklers, rain, animals.

Stains: PLEASE do not attempt to remove stains yourself. Linens have three big enemies. Mold, Candle wax and well-meaning stain-removers. Unless you are a pro, let us get the stain out. If your linens get a spill or get soiled during an event, blot them dry the best you can. If you can remove the soiled tablecloth and use a clean one, do that. Let the soiled tablecloth AIR DRY! Do not attempt to remove the stain yourself. Yes, even red wine or coffee on a white tablecloth. We can get that out if you just let it DRY! As of now, we have never had to charge someone to replace a tablecloth because of a spill. We have had to bill people for candle wax and mold damage.

Napkins:

Clean napkins are provided pressed and half-folded in groups of 25 and bagged. Bags are labeled with type and size of napkin and the count of the napkins contained within. We can provide you with folded napkins for a fee, just ask!

• DO
  • Remove remaining food, debris, decoration from napkins
  • Shake napkin free from fold.
  • Return napkins in mesh bag provided.
  • Return napkin rings to their original container
  • Separate heavily soiled napkins into their own bag, and notify pickup personnel ASAP
• DON’T
  • Wad napkins up into a tablecloth and stuff into mesh bag.
  • Return wet napkins in with dry napkins.
  • Try to remove lipstick (or other stains) from napkins.

Flatware:

Flatware arrives sorted by type in gray plastic flatware bins. The bins are bagged in clear plastic bags and labeled with the quantity of flatware contained in each bin. We strive to stack the flatware and lay it neatly in the bin for delivery. This makes it easier to count and easier to set the table (especially if you are setting 600 places-settings). You will notice that the bins are not "full". This is because unsorted flatware takes up more room and we want you to have enough bins to return the flatware in its original containers.

• DO
  • Rinse dirty flatware with clear water free from food debris and acidic foods such as marinades and salad dressings
  • Place flatware back in shallow bins provided, with the drainage hole.
• DON’T
  • Allow flatware to remain contact with water for extended periods of time.
  • Alllow flatware to be piled so high or so heavy that it bends.
  • Re-bag the flatware bin.
  • It is not necessary to sort the flatware, just return it to the grey bins.

Three things ruin flatware. First, leaving flatware soaking in water will pit and rust the flatware, especially knives. Secondly, leaving the stainless exposed to acidic foods will make irremovable marks on the flatware. And, thirdly, dumping large quantities of flatware in one tote will bend the bottom most pieces. In spite of these evils, the biggest loss of flatware comes from it being accidentally thrown away. Please be careful when bussing tables and cleaning off dishes! We do count returned flatware after it is washed and you will be charged for missing pieces.

Florists

Camino Flower Shop   &    Weddings By Dottie

1224 D Broadway
Placerville, CA 95667
530.644.5730 or email at CaminoFlowerShop@SBCGlobal.net

"Our Name is Synonymous with Weddings in El Dorado County"

Rental

Classy Covers & More

For beautiful 2 piece chair covers that fit most ballroom chairs call Linda Jenkins at Classy Covers & More. They also provide setup services!

Contact: Linda Jenkins at 530.391.5180
ClassyCovers@directcon.net

Caterers

Venues

David Girard Vineyards

741 Cold Springs Road
Placerville, CA 95667
Contact: Judy Collinsworth at
530.285.1833
www.davidgirardvineyards.com

Photographers

Jessica Bright Photography

Capers wants to extend an extra special "thank you" to Jessica for helping us prepare this web site. Many, many of the item photo's are hers! If you need engagement or wedding pictures, or you have a business and need product stills Bright Photography can do it!

Other great companies

El Dorado Co Chamber of Commerce

542 Main Street
Placerville, CA 95667

530.621.5885
www.ElDoradoCounty.org