Bringing art to your table

We love a pretty table and recognized a need for a fuss-free way to set one. Since 2010, we have been creating products to do just that: style a table in paper while maintaining the aesthetic of high-end elegance. Hester & Cook has remained true to our focus of bringing one-of-a-kind works of fine art to your table.  Nearly all of the placemats seen here feature the hand-rendered work of talented digital and fine artists.  

  • Rocket Pop Placemat with red & gold flatware on top, on the Red Classic Stripe Runner.

    Placemats

  • The Stars and Stripes Runner under a patriotic table setting, from above.

    Table Runners

  • A set of Veneerware Fancy Bamboo Plates and forks by Bambu Wholesale on a table.

    Paper Tableware

  • Two Seafoam & Red Awning Stripe Napkins, one Guest and one Cocktail, under a bowl of treats.

    Paper Napkins

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Current Stories

We have grouped our tabletop items together to tell a story and to make it easy for you to pick the theme of your next table setting.  Each of our stories will be anchored by our core Hester & Cook paper table goods including Placemats, Table Runners and their corresponding Table Accents, Place Cards and Paper Napkins. We then have added some of our favorite items to help fill out your table and complete the look of your party.  We have everything you will need from linen napkins to birthday candles! 

We have taken the guesswork out of setting the table!

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  • Die-cut Fanciful Fox China Placemat styled for fall with our Fanciful Fox Place Card on our Moss Fable Toile Runner and Moss Painted Check Runner.

    Fanciful Foxes Story

    A wild flash of orange against the idyllic greenery, these dainty foxes add a dash of whimsy to this regal story.
  • A football themed place setting with the Touchdown Guest Napkin resting on the dinner plate with a place card on top.

    Tailgate Story

    Our Tailgate Collection boasts the ultimate essentials for Superbowl gatherings, high school playoff celebrations, football birthday parties, or just a Saturday afternoon picnic throwing the old pigskin around the backyard.

  • Farmers' Market Story

    Nothing feels more like the start of fall than the last few farmers' markets of the summer season as root vegetables and darker, leafy greens arrive on the scene.

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Watermelon Story

Nothing says summer has arrived like a fresh, juicy watermelon! This placemat, featuring art by Vicki Sawyer, has long been a best seller. Paired with our painted check items, this story is perfect for picnics, pool parties, and more.

Cheers to 20 Years!

We exist to serve by elevating experiences that create meaningful connection.

Hester & Cook started in the home basement of husband and wife team Robbie and Angie Hester Cook.  What began as Robbie’s inspired idea of crafting a vintage door knob into a bottle stopper soon became the company’s first product, Knobstoppers.  From there the company rapidly grew- offering everything from hand-crafted chandeliers to #2 pencils.  Today we are best known for our paper tabletop products designed to help elevate dining experiences.

About Hester & Cook

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Customer Love

A die-cut, engraving-style illustration of an orange pumpkin printed on white.

Die-cut Pumpkin Placemat

Customer Love

Adorable, sturdy, bright in color

Karrie
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Customer Love

Just perfect!

Sherry V.
Vintage Black Sunflower Stripe Runner

Vintage Black Sunflower Stripe Runner

Customer Love

I used this runner to decorate my holiday table. I ran it length wise and then cut sections to match up seating across from each other. I also added solid black place mats and decorative place cards. Everyone commented on how beautiful the table was. And the best part was clean-up! Everything got thrown away which made hosting a breeze! Thank you H&C for your stunning collections!

Dianne S.
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Jack-O-Lantern Little Notes®

Customer Love

Hester and cook have the most beautiful and unique stationery.Their customer service is second to none.

Christina B.

Our Stores

Come visit us at any of our four Nashville area stores to experience our products in person!

  • The storefront of Hester & Cook located in Franklin, Tennessee.

    Franklin

    340A Main St.Franklin, TN

    615-205-2600 ext. 1

    Monday - Saturday: 10AM - 6PM

    Sunday: 12PM - 5PM

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  • Storefront of Hester & Cook Hillsboro location.

    Hillsboro Village

    1708 21st Ave S. Nashville, TN

    615-205-2600 ext. 3

    Monday - Saturday : 10AM - 6PM

    Sunday: 12PM - 5PM

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  • The Hester & Cook storefront located in Whitebridge.

    White Bridge

    84 White Bridge Nashville, TN

    615-205-2600 ext. 2

    Monday - Saturday: 10AM - 6PM

    Sunday: 12PM - 5PM

    Directions
  • Storefront of The Bang Candy Company in Marathon Village.

    Bang Candy

    1300 Clinton St. Unit 127 Nashville, TN

    Monday - Saturday: 10AM - 5PM

    Sunday: 11AM - 4PM

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