With the right folding technique, even the simplest napkin becomes a real eye-catcher on the festive table. We'll show you 5 simple and quick folding techniques that are guaranteed to earn you compliments. Folding napkins for Christmas – made easy!
Folding Christmas napkins: Simple idea with a place card
Whether plain or with a festive print: the fabric napkin adds the finishing touch to the festive table decoration. You don't have to be an expert when it comes to folding napkins. With a little creativity, beautiful designs can be created. Like, for example, folding the napkin in half and then folding it in half again. Then wrap it with decorative ribbon like a gift and add a “tag” with the guest’s name on it.
Folding napkins for Christmas: ideas with cutlery pockets
A folding technique for beginners: I came up with the next idea for a napkin with a cutlery pocket without any problems last year. And I'm not really known for my crafting skills. Luckily, the instructions are super simple and with a little practice, folding will work smoothly on the festive day.
Follow the photo instructions to fold the napkins. If you're expecting a lot of guests at Christmas, it's worth practicing this week. This can save you time during the day.
Another super simple idea for a napkin with a cutlery pocket: the casually tied fabric ribbon is what makes this folding technique so appealing. It's best to cut the ribbon to size and store the ribbon pieces with the napkins. Then you always have everything you need with you if things need to go faster.
Take a fabric ribbon that picks up the colors of the rest of the decor or, better yet, the dishes. Use a solid color cloth napkin for maximum impact.
Knot the cloth napkin instead of folding it
Complete beginners will also have no problem with the next idea. However, you will need napkins made from an airy fabric such as cotton, linen or silk. Tie the napkins instead of folding them.
Fold the napkin into a bow and decorate with a napkin ring
If you would like to try out a new folding instruction, you should use a bow.This techniqueis incredibly simple, but the end result impresses with its simple elegance. And best of all – you can use napkin rings of your choice.
Foldthe napkinin the middle and fold one tip towards the middle. Then turn the napkin over and do the same with the other tip - fold it over to the middle. Then first fold one end and then the other end towards the middle. Turn the napkin over again and secure it with the napkin ring of your choice.
Folding napkins for Christmas: simple techniques
Sometimes it is enough to fold the napkin in the middle several times and then secure it with a napkin ring. So that the design doesn't look boring, you can spice it up with a pendant. Cut it out of cardboard or cardboard and write the guests' names on it.
Fold the napkin into a Christmas tree
Perhaps the most popular falling technique at Christmas is the Christmas tree. No matter whether you have cloth or paper napkins, the Christmas tree always turns out and always looks good. If you want, you can spice it up with a cardboard poinsettia or a string of lights. Or just arrange several mini Christmas balls between the “branches” of the tree.
Follow the instructions in the video to make the beautiful Christmas tree. You can then cut an organza ribbon and tie it into a bow. Decorate the Christmas tree with it.
Ideally, you should have a green napkin for this craft idea. But other colors also work quite well if you also decorate the Christmas tree with mini Christmas balls.
Folding napkins for Christmas: compartments
A fan can be perfectly displayed not only on the Christmas table, but also on the wedding table. It is best to use cotton or damask for this folding technique. The napkins need to be square so you can fold them.
The folding instructions themselves are super easy. First, lay out the napkin on the work surface and smooth it out. Then fold the bottom edges up and fold the napkin backwards. Then fold the edge back up. You repeat the process until you reach the napkin mint. Now fold the left side of the napkin to the right. Fold the right side to the left into a point. Then place the napkin on the plate and slowly open the fan.
Especially at Christmas you want to set the table festively and effectively. But then the question arises – what to do with the napkins? Instead of simply placing them under the cutlery, you can fold them and place them in guests' plates. So you have oneeffective decorationmade that is guaranteed to get you compliments. Our tip – choose a simple design and test in advance how long it takes you to fold it.
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