Summer dining in the great outdoors is not always a pretty affair, with messy corn on the cob and sloppy salads taking away from the beauty of a delicious meal. Spruce up your picnic with a new tablecloth to add a touch of sophistication to outdoor entertaining. (Burgers, soda and fries optional). 

Picnic tabletop decor: The perfect tablecloth
Whether you opt for classic oilcloth or a less expensive fabric with a plastic coating, these textiles make for a durable and kid-friendly outdoor tablecloth – just add burgers.

• Plastic-coated Paisley fabric in Ruby Red, MacFab Fabrics, $20 per yard.
• White melamine plates, $3 each, PC Home Collection.
• Burgers, from $6, The Burger’s Priest.
• French fries, from $4, The Burger’s Priest.