A small dining table can earn its footprint with a drawer or shelf for mail,...
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A small dining table can earn its footprint with a drawer or shelf for mail, chargers, and placemats, plus leaves that open up when guests arrive. Plan on 24 inches per person so holiday meals feel comfortable, not crowded.