SAT, NOV. 8. 1975, THE CAROLINA TIMES-7 "77 0?? "1Mwr-i,iiiii.j.i,tinwnrwy,w I SPECIAL TOUCHES which dress up this Thanksgiving table include the soft gleam of sterling silver, along with perky "vegetable bouquets" and a garnish of frosted green grapes for the turkey platter. Sterling Silver: "Columbine by Lunt Silversmith; China: Rosenthal; Herb Pots: Japanese import. Give Tble mi Turkey Uovli A Gala look For Thanksgiving Setting your table in new and beautiful ways is part of the fun of entertaining. With Thanksgiving in the offing, now's the time to get ready for this gala holiday. Here are just a few ways in which you can add extra flair - not only to the traditional holiday bird, but to your table setting, as well: Dramatize the Bird: That beautiful golden-brown turkey is the center of attention on any Thanksgiving table so play it up as much as possible. A very pretty way to do it is to dip seedless green grapes first in lightly beaten egg white, then in granulated sugar,-Arrange in a single layer on waxed papers, and let dry at room temperature several hours, or until crusty. When the tru key's ready to , serve, cluster the grapes at either end of the platter and fill in at the sides with parsley sprigs. Serve "Vegetable Bouquets": Instead of a flower centerpiece that space goes to the turkey); feature colorful individual ' bouquets " made of vegetables celery hearts, notched cucumber slices, carrot sticks, radish roses, and sprigs of parsley. Stand them upright in small bowls or cups, or in tiny herb pots or flowerpots (these make wonderful gifts for your guest to take with them later). Set the Scene with Silver -That well-used kitchenware's practical, but Thanksgiving calls for something special something as beautiful as solid silver. This lovely tableware can make all the difference in your entertaining. And these days, it's possible through special purchase plans to acquire sterling at once and pay for it through extended time fiayments - often with no inance or carrying charges. Light the Candles: The gleam of candlelight makes every table prettier. Candles of varying heights or colors can be clustered together for more candle power, and make an interesting arrangement at the side of the table. At no other time are pleasant surroundings and the hospitality and warmth of a beautiful table so much appreciated as during the Thanksgiving dinner. You can make it a truly memorable one for your family and guests this year by adding the special touches that help make it so festive. Use Color Boldly: Keep an eye out for inexpensive fabrics which can be used to make a cloth and napkins - and don't be afraid to apply a lavish hand in the use of color. The richness of gold, russet or green can provide an elegant setting for a holiday turkey. An effective treatment for a round table is to use two cloths - first a round one, then a square cloth in a contrasting solid color or print - and let both hand to the floor. JEWELRY Watch Repairs Quality Gem? LM. Solk Phone B08-2205 508 E. PETTIGREW ST. DURHAM, N.C.

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