A party or a long-awaited dinner is about to begin. The table is served, the interior is decorated, and mouth-watering dishes await in the kitchen. But something is missing? Of course, originally folded napkins, which will give the festive table a special charm and charm.
Each napkin is intended for a specific guest and cannot be casually laid on the table. This is a manifestation of disrespect and indifference. In addition, at first glance, such a modest accessory is able to cheer up or, on the contrary, cancel out the created atmosphere of the evening. Therefore, every hostess should know how to fold napkins beautifully in accordance with the occasion and theme of the event.
We select napkins for the event
For a family breakfast, lunch, or an informal dinner with close friends, plain paper napkins are great. Better to opt for bright colors to create a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Such napkins will also look good on tables during a children's matinee. Especially folded in the form of bizarre animals and figures. In addition, small children do not differ in perseverance and accuracy, so the paper version is very useful here.
For special occasions, it is better to choose plain cotton or linen napkins. So that they are in harmony with the table setting and tablecloth.
On a note! Universal white napkins are suitable for events of any format.
If you wish to add originality and originality to the atmosphere, you can decorate the table with bright napkins. Contrasting with the general setting, but matching in color with individual accessories and decor elements.
On a note! Using the same technology, both tissue and paper napkins can be folded.
Preparing tissue napkins
Before embarking on "doily origami", the main accessory must be washed, starched and ironed ideally.
When choosing starch, it is more logical to give preference to an ordinary product dissolved in water. Its aerosol counterpart will not give the tissue the required density. And slightly damp napkins are ironed. If they are dry, you can re-moisten them.
Practical advice! It is better to use cotton and linen napkins with a small amount of synthetics, since they do not "shrink" after washing, are easier to iron and have a structure that is more pliable for folding. Plus, they keep their shape perfectly.
Rules for "doily origami":
- Napkins should have a square shape and standard sizes: 35x35 or 40x40 for simple compositions, 50x50 for complex ones.
- All napkins on the festive table are folded in the same style. Different compositions will create the effect of disorder and carelessness.
- You need to touch the accessory with your hands as little as possible during the folding process.
Beautiful compositions from napkins
A boat for a children's matinee:
- Fold the napkin in half and fold it to the right in relation to you.
- Fold the newly made rectangle in half again, lowering the top side down.
- Move the lower left corner, consisting of 4 strips of fabric, diagonally up.
- Expand the resulting triangle right angle up.
- Connect the side corners at the bottom of the shape. Their common angle should be opposite the top.
- Bend 2 tails at the bottom back.
- Fold the shape in half so that the bottom 2 corners of the triangle meet at the back.
- And while holding them, pull out the top petals - future sails in turn.
Elf's slipper for Christmas:
- In front of you is a napkin inside out.
- Connect the sides in the center.
- Fold in half. The output is a long rectangle.
- Lay the rectangle horizontally.
- Fold the edges down at a right angle.
- Attach the sides to the center line and fold the structure in half.
- Now you hold 2 corners, lift one of them up.
- And with the second, go around the heel of the shoe and fix the structure by bending it at the opposite lapel.
Easter bunny:
- The inside of the napkin looks up.
- Fold it in half with the bottom side up.
- Repeat lifting the bottom side up again.
- Fold the long tails down at right angles.
- Attach both halves of the base to the center line.
- Also attach the 2 lower sides of the newly made rhombus to the line in the center.
- Fold the top corner under the napkin so it is not visible from above.
- Now you have a triangle in front of you. Fold its right corner over the center line.
- And in the resulting pocket, bend the left corner and fix the figure.
- Pick up the bunny and spread its ears.
Rose on March 8th:
- Place the red or yellow square napkin inside out.
- Fold it in half diagonally. You should get a triangle.
- Flip the triangle over so that the bottom is on top and the right angle is on the bottom.
- Lift the right angle up by sliding it over the edge of the top side.
- Fold the napkin in half again, bringing the bottom and top sides together.
- Roll the napkin from one end to the other, giving the rose a beautiful shape.
- Now you need to take a green napkin of any shape for the rose leaves.
- Fold it in half diagonally 3 times.
- Place the leaves in a glass and place a rose in the center of them.
Universal lily under the glass:
- Starting position - square, wrong side up.
- Fold the 4 corners of the square towards the center.
- Turn the structure upside down.
- Repeat step # 2.
- Holding all corners in the center with one hand, pull the petals out from under the napkin with the other.
- Spread the flower petals and place a glass or decorative piece in the center of the structure.
Royal lily:
- Place the triangle in front of you with the fold down.
- Connect the corners of the base to the top.
- Lift the bottom corner up. But not to the end - it shouldn't reach 2 cm to the top.
- Bend it down to the base of the figure.
- Connect the side corners at the back and secure the structure by inserting one of the lower corners into the resulting pocket.
- Bring the lily petals down.
Jacket for February 23rd:
- Place the triangle in front of you with the top down.
- Fold the base 1 cm down.
- Pull each corner of the base down so that it connects to the apex of the triangle.
- Fold the bottom of the shape back.
- The jacket can be decorated with a tie or bow tie from a contrasting napkin.
Tie for men's evening:
- Place the napkin in front of you, wrong side up. But not a square, but a rhombus.
- Holding the upper corner with one hand, move the right corner to the left with the other so that it goes over the middle of the napkin. Letting go.
- In the same way, move the left corner, but to the right. The left side should lie slightly on the right.
- Fold back the right side and then the left.
- Bend the pointed tip at a 90 ° angle.
- Go around her tie and fix it in the pocket.
- Turn the napkin over.
Table fan:
- Place the rectangle in front of you with the fold up.
- Fold a third of the napkin from right to left, folding each strip of fabric underneath.
- Fold in half so the accordion is on top, not inside.
- Expand. The free ends of the accordion should point upwards.
- Fold the straight part down at a right angle and fix it.
- Place the fan on and it will unfold on its own.
Heart for Valentine's Day:
- Place the napkin inside out.
- Fold the bottom side up towards the center.
- Fold the top towards the center as well.
- Fold in half to hide the center seam.
- Lift the right edge up at a right angle.
- Do the same with the left one.
- Make sure the ends of the napkin are flush.
- Fold the sharp corners underneath to shape the heart.
Festive candle:
- Make a triangle, the wrong side must be hidden inside.
- Fold in the base of the triangle 1 cm.
- Turn the structure upside down. Bent part at the bottom.
- Roll the napkin from one corner to the other.
- Hide the remaining end in the base and fix it.
- Peel back one top and form a birthday candle.
Christmas tree:
- Fold the original napkin 2 times. You should get a square.
- Fold each of the 4 layers up. But not completely - there should be a gap between the layers.
- Turn upside down.
- Connect the side corners just above the center. It turned out to be a rhombus.
- Flip the napkin back and peel back each edge, inserting it into the pocket of the previous one.
- Now decorate the Christmas tree with any elements of New Year's decor.
From any beautifully folded napkin, you can create a real composition, spending a little time and imagination. The main thing is not to forget about their main purpose on the festive table.
You should not create unnecessarily complex structures, since the guests still need to somehow unfold the ingenious creation. Save them awkward situations and enjoy a pleasant evening at a beautifully and skillfully decorated table.
The napkin must be present on the table. This is necessary not only for decoration, but also for the convenience of maintaining hygiene during a meal. But if at an ordinary lunch or dinner, this element is simply put in a napkin holder, then napkins are served in a beautifully designed form for holidays and celebrations. They form a variety of flowers, fans, caps, candles and even shirts.
How beautiful to fold paper napkins photo
How to fan napkins on a table
1.First we make a holder for a folded napkin. It can be made of tone-on-tone cardboard or a postcard that matches the pattern and texture. Cut out an oblong oval shape 6-8 cm long
2.Special scissors and one side of the hole punch make holes on both sides
3.Pull a beautiful ribbon through the holes
4.we fold the napkin like an accordion, but from the middle with corners as shown in the photo
5.Insert the folded napkin into the holder and decorate the table with it
Peacock Tail Napkins
1.napkin is right side out and folded in half
2. 2/3 of the length of the folded napkin must be folded like an accordion
3.fold the napkin in half again so that the folded accordion is on your left, and not folded on the right side
4. Now take the napkin in your hands and, holding by the unfolded part, straighten the “tail”.
5.and last: fold the part that has not been folded like an accordion with a corner to make a napkin holder
How to festively fold herringbone napkins
1.napkin folded in 4 (since it is sold in bundles)
2.Fold one side, not reaching the edge of about 1 cm
3. do the same with the 2nd and 3rd sides of the napkin
4.then turn the napkin over
5. and turn the right and left sides. Right to the middle, and with the left we cover the right folded side
How to fold napkins in the original "Diplomat's pocket"
1.Large paper napkin, face out and folded in 4-fold
2. Tuck one corner of the napkin from the corner to the middle with strips 1-1.5 cm wide. We fold only half of the side.
3.turn the napkin over
4. to the middle we wrap the right and left corners
5.After the right and left corners are wrapped, turn the napkin over again
Lotus Flower Napkin
In this variant of folding the napkin, everything is quite simple at first glance.
1.The napkin is folded in such a way that as a result, at the first stage, we get a napkin folded into 1/2, in which the lower and upper folds are folded inward, and the middle one is outward.
2.after that, we begin to fold the napkin like an accordion, moving strictly along the already formed folds
3. Then having pressed the folds well, we take our fingers by the middle of our “butterfly”.
4.Now we bend the corners of our napkin with triangles in the opposite direction from the fold of the side
5. And the last thing, with a simple movement of our hand, we unfold our flower from a napkin.
Well, since to describe this process so that everyone can understand what is in the go under this or that phrase, I think it is better to see how to do it.
Video - how to beautifully fold paper napkins in the form of a flower.
How to fold napkins video
I offer you 2 more options for folding napkins on the festive table with a detailed video describing the whole process.
"Beveled pocket" napkin
Napkin "Oriental Flower"
Table setting with napkins
Such a seemingly insignificant detail has a huge variety of shapes, colors, sizes and materials. The napkin can be completely simple, or, on the contrary, be exquisite, large in size or miniature, bright colors or monochromatic and elegant. Previously, this product was only used for hygiene purposes, so that you can dry your hands after eating or clean your clothes from possible stains.
Now napkins are also used as table decoration, and there are many different ways for this. However, in addition to the fact that the folded structure of the napkin should be interesting and unusual, it is also necessary so that guests can easily and quickly unfold it and, if necessary, apply it. There are many options for serving napkins, for example, they can be folded in the shape of a specific shape.
Openwork products will look amazing rolled up in an envelope, tube or triangle .
There are also dining sets with special serving rings , in which napkins are threaded and placed near the plate. Of course, it looks very aesthetically pleasing, and people at such a table will enjoy spending time.
But if the hostess has absolutely no time and the serving needs to be done quickly, then the napkins can be simply put in a napkin holder ... Also, it will not take much time, but the napkin will look beautiful and unusual when it is threaded into the handle of the cup. Or, for example, you can bandage a dessert spoon with it.
The napkin is considered a mandatory attribute of table decoration.
Two types of wipes are commonly used:
- fabric,
- paper.
Large napkins (35x35 cm - 45x45 cm) are usually served for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Smaller paper products (25x25 cm - 35x35 cm) are more suitable for the coffee and tea table, as well as for dessert and cocktail tables.
For napkins, there is a basic rule about their edges. As a rule, paper napkins with a hemmed edge are used, but decorative ones with a fringe can also be served for a coffee-tea feast. The main thing is to arrange them beautifully so that the folded napkins are harmoniously combined with the tablecloth and with the dishes. It may be an option, for example, when the napkins and tablecloth are of the same color, or when these products differ in tone. The main rule is that the combination of colors should be harmonious and appropriate. In the event that the table is served with a double tablecloth, then you should fold the napkins in place and select them to match the main tablecloth.
How to serve napkins ? Everything is simple here. Place the folded napkins on or to the left of the snack plates. You can thread napkins into a decorative metal or braided ring. But if the table is served with ceramics, then it is also better to choose ceramic napkin rings.
When setting the table with napkins, you need to try to touch them with your hands as little as possible, since the presence of stains on these products is unacceptable.
A decorated napkin is usually placed under vases with sweets, fruits, containers of bread, under the main appliances. During a meal, it should be spread out on your knees to protect clothing from possible contamination, and if necessary, you could use it, for example, to blot your lips.
An exquisite setting of the festive table will not do without napkins. If you have planned a gala evening or even simple gatherings with friends, then the knowledge of the beautiful folding of napkins will come in handy. Napkins are needed not only to wipe hands and mouth with them, but also for decoration, giving a special atmosphere. Even a simple family dinner will turn into a holiday if you decorate the table with such elements.
The role of napkins on the festive table
Many may argue, but napkins are among the main ones on the set table. They immediately attract the attention of all guests and help to keep clean and tidy. Properly selected and folded paper napkins will ensure your guest loyalty.
Napkins should be in harmony with the tablecloth and dishes according to the color and theme of the picture (if any). They also need to be folded based on the occasion of the celebration.
Agree, Christmas tree napkins at a wedding will look very inappropriate. You can arrange products directly on guests' plates or next to them. You can decorate your cutlery beautifully with folded napkins. Some figures can be inserted into special stands and placed in different parts of the table so that everyone can reach them.
Please note that there should be a lot of paper napkins on the table. You can play with shapes. Fold individual napkins in one way and general napkins in another. But you can also experiment with colors. For many patterns, you can use multi-colored products or just two products of different colors.
Wedding napkins
Festive paper napkins can be folded into a variety of shapes. There are so many options that even a book is not enough to describe all the possible ways. It is quite easy to create such beauty, and clear instructions will help you not to get confused. If you want to make your evening really special, then start learning how to fold napkins now. Exercise will help you avoid mistakes in the future.
Fan
Quite a simple and common way. Such a figurine can be used to decorate a meal with relatives or friends. Making a fan-shaped figurine is a snap.
- Make a nice cardboard fan holder. It is important that the holder matches the color and texture. You can even make one from a suitable postcard or special cardboard for needlework. Cut out an oval 7-8 cm long.
- Using a hole punch (you can use a curly one), make holes on both edges. Pull a thin tape through the holes. It also needs to be matched to match the napkin and holder.
- Start making an accordion out of a napkin. Move from the middle of the piece to the edge.
- Carefully insert the folded napkin into a cardboard stand. Place a napkin on the table or on a guest's plate.
Napkin pocket
This napkin shape allows you to hide cutlery inside. The pocket can be placed on or next to the guest's plate. Folding a napkin is easy:
- flatten the product on the table;
- fold the lower right corners to the upper edge on the left, each next fold should be larger than the previous one;
- turn the product over in layers;
- fold one edge so that all layers are on top again;
- fold the second edge so that a pocket is formed;
- turn the paper product over again;
- you can now insert cutlery.
Peacock tail
Such a napkin looks especially luxurious on the guest's personal plate. It is very easy to make a peacock tail napkin:
- fold the product in half: when folding, the front side should be on the outside;
- fold most of the napkin (2/3) into an accordion;
- fold the product in half so that the accordion is on the left, and the unfolded part is on the right;
- fold the flat area of the accordion with a corner and wrap it around its axis - this way, you get a stand;
- straighten the accordion so that the product resembles a peacock's tail and you can put the napkin in the chosen place.
Diplomat pocket
Christmas tree
This folding method is great for winter events, especially New Year's Eve parties. If you use multi-colored products, you can get a very attractive decoration.
The process is very simple:
- lay the product on the table, fold it 2 times, the result will be 4 layers;
- Fold the first layer inside out, do not bring literally 1 cm to the edge;
- we repeat this procedure with two subsequent layers, alternating with the front and the wrong part;
- turn the product in folded layers to the table surface;
- bend the right and left edges to the middle alternately - the product is ready.
Lotus flower
It is very easy to fold the napkin in this way. The lotus product can be placed on a plate:
- fold ¼ napkins in the middle on two opposite sides;
- fold the other two ends in the same way: all corners should converge neatly;
- the middle fold should be outside, and the lower and upper fold should be inside;
- fold the product into an accordion, move strictly along the folds made earlier;
- the edges of the accordion must be bent in triangles;
- unfold the flower.
Artichoke
Such an unusual figurine can be used to decorate a table not only for a holiday, but also on an ordinary day. To create an artichoke, follow the rules:
- put the product right side on the table - fold all corners to the middle;
- bend all corners to the center of the product again;
- expand the resulting square;
- fold the corners to the center again;
- pull one corner from the middle with a neat movement towards you, carry out the same manipulations with other corners;
- pull out the edges that are on the other side of the product.
South Cross
The stern figure resembles a cross. Suitable for serving the table with the family. For a festive serving, this method of folding napkins is rather simple. Fold the napkin like this:
- put the product on the table, seamy side up;
- wrap the corners to the middle of the material;
- unfold the square with the back side
- bend all the corners to the center again;
- unfold the square with the back side again;
- fold all the edges of the product to the center again;
- place the napkin upward (diamond);
- carefully pull out the right corner;
- do the same with the other three corners;
- smooth the resulting cross with your hand.
Shirt
For this design, you need a large napkin. From a product whose sides are less than 30 cm, it will not work to fold a shirt.
Sometimes you really want to surprise the guests of your house with something, be it a delicious concoction, a beautifully decorated table or intricately rolled paper napkins. We very often celebrate holidays at home, gathering family and friends at one large table. Beautifully rolled paper napkins can be one of those charming details that make up a memorable holiday. A few simple movements - and the faceless square will turn into a completely new figure.
How to roll paper napkins on the holiday table?
There are many ways to roll napkins. Some of them are suitable only for reusable decorative cloth napkins, but we will pay more attention to paper disposable napkins.
For these purposes, paper napkins from larger packages are best suited, since you can find very small square napkins on sale that will not look rolled up. So, in this article we will break down four interesting ways to roll paper napkins.
1. Miter
Method number 1. Miter. You can fold napkins in this way very quickly if you fill your hand. These napkins will look great on your desk.
1. First you need to unfold the napkin to get a square. 2. Then fold it into a triangle. 3. Connect the lower corners of the triangle to its top, as in the figure under number 3. 4. Then bend the upper corners down and carefully iron the fold. 5. Now bend the upper corner to the center of the napkin, as in the figure under number 5. 6. Once again, fold the just-folded part of the napkin in half. 7. Bend the napkin a third time to get a triangle. 8. Turn the napkin over. 9. We connect the corners of the napkin to each other. 10. We bend the corner. 11. Bend back the second corner.
2. Petals
An incredibly effective way to roll napkins is to make petals out of them. It is especially beautiful to roll up milky napkins in this way. It is very important here to carefully iron each fold and not make mistakes, otherwise the napkins will look untidy.
1. Expand the napkin, placing it in the corner towards us. 2. Bend the bottom corner to the center of the napkin. 3. Bend it down to make it look like in Figure 4. Now bend the corner up. 5. Down again. 6. Up again. 7. Now we need to fold the napkin into an accordion, carefully ironing each fold. 8. When the napkin is completely folded, grab it by the center and twist it. 9. We spread our petals.
3. Flower
One of the easiest and quickest ways to fold a napkin beautifully is to fold it into a flower shape. This method will not take much of your time, but it will certainly delight your guests.
1. Let's expand the square. 2. Bend the first corner to the center of the napkin. 3. Bend back all the remaining corners to the center of the napkin. 4. Let's turn over our square. 5. Bend the corner to the center of the napkin again. 6. Bend the rest of the corners to the center. 7. Gently pry the corner on the back of the napkin and gently pull it towards you to make a petal. 8. Design all the petals and place the finished napkin on the plate.
4. Pocket
A pocket napkin is a great way to effectively set the table (read about table setting rules). Small napkins are not suitable for such purposes, since they simply do not fit the cutlery.
1. Take the folded napkin from the package. 2. Fold in half. 3. Bend the corner to the center of the napkin. 4. Bend the folded part in half. 5. Bend it again. 6. Following the example of the first one, bend one more corner. 7. We turn it off again. 8. Turn the napkin over. 9. We bend from both sides to the center. 10. Turn over. 11. Put on a plate and place cutlery in the resulting pocket.
