How to fold napkins beautifully?

Bow or bow tie

In modern etiquette, when folding napkins, a minimum of touches and folds are encouraged. The bow is universal, as it is suitable for a solemn event, wedding, birthday.

Take a look a selection of things that guests most often pay attention to.

Required one paper or cloth napkin and beautiful braid.

1. Fold the square in half and then in half again.
2. Bend the ends and drag the ribbon in the middle.

Instead of braid, you can use a napkin ring.

Petals

It goes well with the floral pattern on the tablecloth. Suitable for lunch in a friendly environment.

Instructions is simple:

1. We fold the square so that we get a triangle.
2. Pull the upper corner to the lower one without connecting them.
3. We repeat the action one more time.
4. The petals are ready.

A heart

The original "paper heart" will decorate a romantic dinner or a celebration for two. Folding method very simple and straightforward.

1. Fold the square in half twice.
2. Bend both halves to the center of the napkin.
3. Tuck four corners to form a heart.

In that video you can watch a more detailed master class:

Fan

One of the classic folding options. Such a napkin will become a beautiful detail of a business or friendly meeting.

1. The square must be folded in half, then not completely folded with an accordion.
2. Fold the workpiece in half and bend the rest with an angle.
3. All that remains is to unfold and place the fan on the plate.

More detailed instructions can be seen in the video:

With ring

This decorative detail not only simplifies serving, but also gives the napkin a special grace. If there are no special rings, you can improvise using a cord or tape.

To create picturesque folds, you need:

1. Place the napkin inside out.
2. Take it in the middle and shake it.
3. Straighten the resulting waves by putting on a ring on top.

Often, it is enough to roll up a tissue napkin and thread it into a ring to make the serving look elegant.

Royal lily

Slightly more sophisticated but stylish with a napkin ring. It will require dense or starched matter.

1. Fold the square as shown in the photo.
2. Connect the corners to form an isosceles triangle.
3. Connect its lower corners from above to form a rhombus.
4. Peel back the "petals" and thread the ring.

Decorative sheet

Another simple but effective option. For creating will need braid and cloth.

1. Fold the canvas two times to form a triangle.
2. Gently gather the fabric towards the center, first on one side, then on the other.
3. Secure the clamping point with a cord or ring.

Rose in a glass

The composition will be appreciated by those who want to surprise their guests. Suitable for decorating a festive dinner, wedding or a feast in honor of March 8th.

1. To create a bud, make a triangle out of a tissue napkin and roll it into a strip.
2. Roll it into a roller and secure the edge by folding it inward.
3. Add "leaves" with a different color of canvas.

Pockets

In a napkin folded in pockets, you can place cutlery and decor. Looks great on any celebration.

1. Fold the napkin in four and place the free corners on top.
2. Insert the first corner diagonally inward under you.
3. Do the same for the other two corners.
4. Having formed three pockets, tuck both sides of the canvas to make a rectangle.

You can reduce the number of folds to fold less intricate pockets in a more formal style.

Cone

Laconic and simple in execution, while looking elegant. Inside, you can fill appliances or decorative items.

1. Fold the square in half, joining the wrong side, then repeat the action.
2. Fold back the top edge of the resulting workpiece.
3. Flip the napkin over and fold the sharp edges to form a cone.
4. Tuck the right corner into the left pocket.

Geometric figure

Another folding technique that will create an exquisite composition.

1. Fold the square in half, fold the edges towards the center.
2. Flip the workpiece over and fold the edges to the base of the resulting triangle.
3. Fold it over again by connecting the lower ends to the upper ends.
4. Add decor.

Herringbone

A napkin folded with a Christmas tree will look harmonious on the New Year's table. The method may seem difficult, but it does not cause serious difficulties.

1. The canvas, folded in four layers, alternately bend the corners up.
2. Turn the workpiece over, folding it with a diamond.
3. Fill each corner under the previous layer.

These simple instructions will help you decorate your table, delighting guests and varying the table setting.