# How to Clip a Tablecloth
Eating and socializing outdoors are important components of barbecuing and picnicking, popular summertime traditions. However, strong winds can blow tablecloths away, creating both a mess and wasted food; young children and pets may pull tablecloths off. Securing your tablecloth to the table using clips is a simple way to prevent this from happening at your next outdoor event.
Things You'll Need
- Measuring tape
- Tablecloth
- Tablecloth clips
Instructions
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Use a measuring tape to measure the thickness of your table. Many companies sell different sizes of tablecloth clips, such as 3/4-inch and 2-inch, designed to fit tables of different sizes.
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Purchase a set of tablecloth clips to fit your table. Many home and garden stores carry these products.
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Spread a tablecloth out evenly on your table.
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Attach a tablecloth clip to the center of each side of your table. If your table is circular, spread out a number of tablecloth clips evenly.
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