TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
Mr. Rey Anthony Beniga, RN
Instructor
INTRODUCTION
• The art of napkin folding might appear
complicated at first glance, but it's actually a
really easy way to transform your table when
you're entertaining guests. Whether you're
hosting a casual Sunday brunch for a few friends
or an elaborate Thanksgiving feast for the whole
family, a perfectly pleated napkin can add a
special touch at each place setting that's a step
up from your everyday meal. Plus, you can use
the linens as a way to add color to your dining
room or as a spot to place name cards or utensils.
TABLE NAPKIN
• a small piece of table linen that is used to
wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order
to protect clothing.
TABLE NAPKIN
• a napkin when creatively folded enhances the
look of your table and the dining experience.
There are many ways to fold cloth napkins, so
choose one that reflects your style and
personality. Select napkins with threads that
are firmly woven such as cotton or linen
because folds will hold better. You may also
starch the napkins lightly to make it easier to
fold.
STYLES FOR
TABLE NAPKIN
FOLDING
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
A. The Pyramid Napkin Fold
This classy napkin folding technique is simple,
fast, and can be made easily with most napkins.
If the napkin being used is thin and flops easily
then iron it with light starch prior to folding and
it will turn out perfectly!
The Pyramid Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
B. The Arrow Napkin Fold
This method of folding napkins is very simple
and can be done with almost any napkin
without a need for starch. It adds a flowing,
elegant look to your table.
The Arrow Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
C. The Bird Of Paradise Napkin Fold
This is a classic and classy napkin folding
technique that requires a stiff napkin. If you
don’t have any dinner napkins made of stiff
linen then alight starching should fix you right
up.
The Bird Of Paradise Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
D. The Diamond Napkin Fold
Got some really limp napkins and want
something nice to make without eating up too
much time? Then this ones for you, if you’re
using thick/stiff napkins then an iron will help.
The Diamond Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
E. The Cone Napkin Fold
This nice napkin design originated from the
napkin-worshiping Indians native to Guam called
the dirty-wipey-nappies...or not. An iron will be
helpful.
The Cone Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
F. The French Napkin Fold
Look at me, I’m sophisticated. Look at me, I’m
elegant. Look at me, I’m going to be used to
wipe someone’s messy face! Sec re Bleu!The
French fold is a nice simple napkin fold that
requires no special skills or tools (well.. hands
are helpful).
The French Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
G. The Bishops Hat Napkin Fold
This is a classic dinner napkin fold, but it can be
difficult to line up the corners in the cap. Some
starch and an iron make it easier to be precise
while folding this one. ...and yes I know its not
sitting in the center of the plate, next time Ill
stay out of the cooking wine, I promise.
The Bishops Hat Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
H. The Rosebud Napkin Fold
This sophisticated cloth napkin design benefits
from stiff material or light starch. A hot iron will
also make it easier to be exact.
The Rosebud Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
I. The Sail Napkin Fold
This is one of the simplest standing napkin
designs there are, but you will still need astiff
napkin if you expect it to stand without flopping
over. Who’d have thought you’d be starching
your dinnerware?
The Sail Napkin Fold
STYLES FOR TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
J. The Slide Napkin Fold
This napkin folding technique is good for those
dinners where you want something fancy, but
not too complex. This requires either stiff
material or starch.
The Slide Napkin Fold
