Step-by-step instructions on how to fold napkins into a decorative fan or a pouch for your cutlery.
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Two easy ways of folding napkins to add host points to your next gathering! Whether you’re prepping wedding reception tables, pimping up your Thanksgiving / Christmas tablescapes or trying to impress your future mother-in-law with your entertaining skills, styled napkins will earn you big points with your guests.
These days whenever we’re entertaining guests for dinner in our home, if I’ve managed to set aside enough time after cleaning and tidying the entire house (which is a tricky balancing act as I always have to leave it as late in the game as possible, otherwise I’ll turn around and find my husband (accidentally) messing it up again!), I love to get fancy with the napkins on my place settings. At least one guest will always comment on them and a couple more will refuse to use the napkin because they’re, “too pretty to undo”…which is basically my objective these days! I know, I know, a napkin is a practical thing that’s there to be used, and I’m sure they would if they absolutely needed to, but if it’s being regarded as a piece of art, then who am I to argue? *Gives self a pat on the back*
First up in our tutorial is “The Fan”, for that little decorative flourish to your tables, or if you’re after sleek sophistication, try our “3 Angled Pockets” fold that will keep all your cutlery / silverware neat & tidy. Both of these styles work best with a large, square, cloth napkin:
Looking for even more styles to try? Check out our YouTube playlist here!
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