Remember the plastic veneer covered placemats and matching kiddie plates, cups, and bowls we had for our children? Everything was indestructible and easily cleaned. Are any of those hanging around for sentimental reasons? Do any small children visit your home regularly? Think about your placemats if you use them. How many do you need to keep?
I have a set of two whimsical ones for summer dinners on the screened porch, eight of a homespun weave for everyday and when guests come, and another set of four with a floral look for any time. The cloth napkins can go interchangeably between the main sets. Do your cloth napkins or napkin rings even match any of your placemats? Go through your collection and get rid of any that have no partners or you just don't like anymore.
Most of the time, there are just the two of us, so I don't need many place settings or too much variety. I found two tropical look bamboo placemats that I no longer use or appreciate. They are going into the bin for Goodwill.
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