6 Ways To Fold A Napkin

Beautifully folded napkins can add an extra special touch to a table setting and they only take a moment to create. Scroll down to find 6 ways to fold a napkin that will elevate your tablescape and delight your guests.

Below you will find step by step instructions on how to create all of these napkins as well as shopping sources for each place setting. Leave a comment and tell me which one is your favorite!

Two-Pocket Fold

This napkin fold is perfect for a menu or a special quote and a name card. Be creative with what you tuck into these pockets!

Start with an upside-down napkin square.
Fold 1.5 inches of the top edge down and the bottom edge up.
Fold the bottom edge up to about 1.5 inches below the top.
Fold the bottom edge up to about 1.5 inches below the prior fold.
Turn the napkin over.
Fold 1/3 of the napkin toward the center and repeat on the opposite side.
Add name card and menu card.

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Rosemary Wrap

I love the simplicity of this napkin fold with a single wrap of rosemary. The fragrance is also beautiful on the table! Be sure to get super fresh rosemary so it bends easily.

Fold your square napkin in half.
Fold the short edges toward the center until your napkin is about 2.5 inches wide.
Wrap a piece of fresh rosemary around the center of the napkin and tie the ends together with a piece of twine.

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Envelope Fold

This easy fold makes a big impact! Add a name card on the outside or include a sweet note or quote on the inside for an extra special touch.

Fold your napkin in half two times to make a small square.
Fold three corners to meet in the center.
Fold the fourth corner down, past the center to create an envelope.
Fasten a name card with a mini clothespin.

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Single Pocket Fold

Classic and beautiful with a little twist. Use a hemstitch napkin and create a triangle flap for a special detail. Tuck in a sprig of your favorite herb or flower.

Start with the napkin right-side up.
Fold in 3 corners to the center.
Fold the top edge down 1/3.
Fold the last corner up.
Turn the napkin over and fold the short edges toward the center.
Turn the napkin back over and fold the triangle flap don to create a pocket.

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Stenciled Banner Fold

A simple stenciled napkin folded into a small banner is dramatic and beautiful on transferware plates. Get step by step directions on how to stencil a napkin by clicking HERE.

Stencil one corner of a napkin with the design of your choice. For instructions on how to stencil a napkin CLICK HERE.
Fold your napkin into quarters and then into a triangle with the stencil on the point facing down.
Fold the opposite triangle corners in toward the center.

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Silverware Pocket Fold

Perfect for making a statement of adding some color to your place setting, this silverware pocket fold is simple and beautiful. I added a printed paper wrap with a twine woven edge for an extra special touch.

Fold a square napkin in half lengthwise.
Fold the top right corner down to create a triangle.
Fold the left side in to meet the straight edge of the triangle.
Fold the triangle corner across the napkin and tuck corner underneath.
Add a paper wrap of your choice.

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I hope this gives you some ideas about how to fold a napkin in new and creative ways. Don’t forget to leave a comment and tell me which is your favorite! Have a beautiful day!