Paper napkins, cloth wipes, wet wipes… We use them every day and sometimes we only notice them when they run out. But have you ever wondered what their story is? How many years, or maybe centuries, have they existed?

A few words about the history of the napkin

But you won’t guess - humanity has been using napkins for almost three millennia! The first to use them were the Egyptians, and they were made from fig leaves (they were just the right size and density). Yes, what was made there - they simply plucked it and put it on the table. The nobles did not touch them with their hands - the servants, imperceptibly maneuvering between the tables, managed to wipe the master's lips.

Cloth napkins based on asbestos fibers appeared thanks to the Romans or Greeks. Before that, the Romans wiped their hands only on the tablecloth. Asbestos napkins were not cheap, which means they were not available to everyone - only to the nobility. By the way, even Empress Catherine II used such napkins. She loved as a joke, especially in front of distinguished guests, wiping her hands on asbestos cloth, throwing it into the fireplace. After that, the servant effectively took the tablecloth free, completely intact and unharmed, not even charred.

Linen napkins also appeared thanks to the Romans, on the border of their heyday and fall. The names and monograms of the owners were embroidered on them.

In Europe, the popularity of napkins has been uneven, more so in countries where men traditionally wore beards. As you may have guessed, Peter I brought them to Russia. Expression: "Your Grace's Napkin!" right from there.

Napkins were still an expensive pleasure, so they became a symbol of wealth and luxury. They were introduced into a mandatory attribute of a girl's dowry.

Paper napkin appeared only in the XX century. This was significantly influenced by ... the First World War. Kimberly-Clark, a company that just before the outbreak of the war began to study and improve cellulose wadding, began to produce very thin paper fabrics. They were perfect for bandages and gas mask filters, like stuffing in a life jacket... When the war ended, there was a lot of unused goods and the company was at a big loss. Kimberly-Clark is on the path of conversion and is developing a new, peaceful business line. Napkins have taken root in everyday life. There are rules of use. Previously, for example, they put her behind the shirt collar, but now they began to put her on her knees. After eating, it is customary to leave it to the right of the food. Funny details, right?

Serving with napkins

The napkin, as a decoration, began to be used in the Middle Ages. They were then made of fabric - silk, often lace ... Now, in order to beautifully decorate the table, you don’t need to buy expensive fabrics at all, you just need to lay it beautifully on a plate or in a glass. And here are a dozen ways to do it in an original way.

1. Carrot

To do this, take plain orange and green napkins. Instead of green, you can use cutlery (as in the photo) of any green shade. Such "carrots" look beautiful if they are tied with green ribbons.

2. Rose from a napkin

Alas, you can’t wipe your hands with such a rose - it serves only as an element of decor. Therefore, do not forget to stock up on other, more practical napkins, you can put your roses directly on them! The main thing is to choose a spectacular combination of colors. Follow the step by step instructions and practice!

Another version of the rose, only from a tissue napkin.

Master class on how to make a rose from a napkin:

3.Fan

This is a classic. They are made simply and look very unusual, especially if the napkin is plain, or with a geometric pattern. But if your napkin has a beautiful complex drawing or photo, then such beauty will simply be lost in the folds of the fan - better save it for later.

The festive table is a whole art. Starting from the beauty and taste of the dishes and ending with the design and serving. To decorate any feast, you need to learn not only how to set the table correctly, but also with taste, in particular, learn how to fold napkins. There are several ways to fold beautifully paper napkins, each hostess can choose to her taste how it is better for her to fold napkins.

Of course, you can just put paper napkins in a napkin holder, but then you will not be able to surprise your household and guests. Also very popular is the "accordion" assembly. For this method, it is enough to fold the material in the form of an accordion, and then bend it in the middle into a ring. But there may be very creative options, for example, as in the photo below (this option is timed to coincide with the New Year, for example).

How beautiful to fold napkins in a napkin holder?

Napkins on the table are most often placed either under a napkin or put in a napkin holder. And here, too, there are several options that will allow you to give your holiday table a special look. In this case, it all depends on what shape the napkin holder is.

If you have a round napkin holder, then you should think about large napkins. Each of the napkins must be unfolded and then folded, but already in the form of a triangle. After that, roll up the resulting figure with a tube, find the middle and bend in half, insert it into the napkin holder in this form.

Napkins folded as follows will also look beautiful: unfold, fold into an accordion. The resulting accordion must be bent in the middle and inserted into a napkin holder. The more such napkins are in it, the more magnificent and brighter the composition will look.

In case you are using a flat standard napkin holder for the table, it is best to fold them in such a way that each one has a corner peeking out. Moreover, a shift of no more than one centimeter is permissible. By the way, you can arrange napkins by color.

Unusual table setting

Paper napkins can be used to make flowers that can be placed in a glass or vase. You can just fold paper napkins. To do this, as in the previous example, we fold the napkins with an accordion, make the middle and bandage with a piece of napkin. After the composition is ready, put it on the table and cut off the top layers. So it is necessary to cut until all layers are straightened. When the work is finished, you should get a composition that looks like a rose.

Also for the festive table, which you, for example, cover in the spring, you can make lilies. To do this, you need to stock up on plain napkins, since the flower must be saturated. Variegated and bright shades will not be able to emphasize the shape of the flower. We fold one napkin diagonally, then the left and right corners are connected, the right one is inserted into the left one. The resulting figure must be turned on the other side and the upper extreme parts should be pulled and straightened to the sides.

And, of course, who has not heard about the famous fan. How to do it is shown in the photo:

1. Take a napkin and fold it in half from top to bottom.

3. Turn the napkin over and bend it from top to bottom.

4. We fold the part that is not folded from top to bottom diagonally so that it goes between the folds.

5. It remains to install the napkin on the plate so that it rests on the stand.

Christmas tree for the New Year's table

There are many holidays, but almost every third in our country has the most favorite New Year. Therefore, it is important to make decorations for the New Year's table from napkins.

In order to make a Christmas tree from napkins, you need to purchase those that have several layers. We put a napkin folded four times so that the open corners are at the top.

Now we stratify the corners and bend them in the center.

As soon as all the corners are folded, the napkin needs to be turned over.

Turn over again and fold all corners to the top. We start the tips of the next corner under the previous one.

After completing the last corner, fold back the rest of the napkin.

To create beautiful jewelry for a table for the holidays, you must definitely watch the video:

Click point #2 in the table of contents below, where 12+ schemes with photos are described in detail.

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Four ways to lay out in a napkin holder

The main answer to the question of how to beautifully fold paper napkins into a napkin holder is to make a corner out of each napkin. Look at the photo below: what do you see? Single and double fan, which are laid out with corners of paper napkins.

So easy and so convenient! It is easy to pull out any napkin without destroying the ensemble, and the most ordinary napkin holder looks like a solid holder of a solemn composition.

Single and double fan

What are we doing:

• When folded, fold each napkin diagonally.
• We fill the holder with the obtained corners.

Option 1 - lay out two fans towards each other.

Option 2 - lay out one fan from the center to the sides.

Bird with colorful tail

Another option is to fold the napkins like elongated trapeziums that will become the bird's tail. For the details of the tail, we bend parallel corners and fold the napkin in half. A bright and unusual tail will provide blanks from napkins in contrasting colors. The head and neck of a bird is a napkin folded into a flat tube with a bent tip. The creative solution is described by step-by-step photos below:

Such a bird fits perfectly into the New Year's table setting, if the Rooster rules the year, or for any spring holiday - as a symbol of the return of warmth and migratory birds.

Both ways - corners and a bird - are shown step by step in a short video:

Bilateral waterfall in a cup

The fifth option is from non-standard: instead of a napkin holder, we use dishes.

• We need a stable low height ceramic cup.
• We unfold each napkin 1 time and fold it in half (or 2 times in half - depending on the original size).
• We lay the formed strips on top of each other and bend in the middle.
• We deepen the middle of the stack into a cup. Voila! Easy to work, home-style creative and very attractive.

And now let's turn to step-by-step diagrams for the most spectacular and simple solutions on how to beautifully fold napkins on a festive table.

12+ effective schemes for napkins at the plate

Having decided to diversify the serving with napkin folds, we will take into account 2 rules:

1. We need square napkins with a side of 35–50 cm depending on the complexity of the figure (in this article we limited ourselves to simple ones);
2. Each place at the table must have a chosen figure, otherwise the hospitable harmony of the feast is violated.

Flower and fan in a glass

They folded it, rolled it up, slightly loosened the top and slightly bent the “petals”, put it in a glass. A clear photo is the best instructor! Below are three options for roses - for every taste.

With a fan (or accordion) you will have to work a little longer:

• We unfold a regular napkin 1 time - so as to get a long and wide strip.
• We fold the strips with an accordion in increments of no more than 2 cm.
• We bend the accordion in half and set it in a glass or glass, as shown in the photo.
• We keep the same principle for cloth napkins.

Three pleats for a ring and a scarf for a fork

Rings are a win-win option to beautifully fold napkins on a festive table. They open up a new horizon for us for ideas. Look at the step-by-step photo below how easily an ordinary soft napkin turns into a lush, exquisite bow:

The second seemingly obvious option with a ribbon is not devoid of classic charm. Light patterned fabrics for the theme of a particular holiday and plain satin ribbon- for the middle:

The third option under the ring is a classic flower from the times of Victorian England. It looks very nice on the table, but it is easy to create at home:

Any of the ideas organically accepts natural decor - a sprig of spruce on New Year or small flowers for the Easter feast.

We can also make rings with our own hands. We will need a base (for example, a long sleeve from foil or cling film can be easily cut into strong rings of the right size) and any materials for decor - from a coarse textured thread to tie a ring, to thin lace that can be pasted over cardboard.

And this cute fold in the form of a scarf just begs to decorate New Year's table. Playful simplicity and naive charm:

Three envelopes for cutlery

Choosing any "envelope" scheme, we can not only beautifully fold napkins on the festive table, but also put cutlery in them, or a card with the guest's name. And when serving for the New Year, it can be a miniature postcard with a wish.

The most popular envelope in European countries is with a beveled corner. It is wide, elegant and able to accommodate the entire set of appliances, and not just the nice little decor. Detailed step by step photos explain the simple process.

Another version of the envelope - with a solid strip in the middle. This simple circuit is well laid out in a short video instruction:

And the uncomplicated version of the envelope in a hurry will easily join the serving home holiday and will require a minimum of time from the creator (involve the kids in holiday chores!):

Volumetric figures - Candle and Crown

Are only flat circuits simple? No. Many voluminous options that are stable on a plate on their own are completed in minutes!

Any student will get a curious voluminous version. Napkin Candle that can create a mood in serving a romantic meal or a New Year's feast:

The versatile crown also folds in a couple of minutes. It organically combines with natural decor, becoming a stand for the first spring flowers, fresh herbs or spruce branches in a New Year's theme.

The perfect paper or fabric pinwheel

The classic origami form comes to the rescue in many holiday details:

• Weathercocks on a stick to decorate a buffet display;
• Accompanying prizes at competitions along with a bouquet of balloons;
• Window decoration with hanging geometric elements;
• Wall compositions from photos.

Interesting contours of the turntable and ease of execution will also come in handy for the festive table: the weather vane turns out beautifully from any material.

Flower Perfection

Let's complete the parade of simple schemes with a flat flower in the traditional origami technique. This laconic form looks just perfect! Your guests will need an effort to destroy it for the convenience of the table. And who said that a meal is not a place for strong aesthetic impressions? Having trained on simple schemes, we dare and impress!

An important secret to success: for such a flower, choose a traditional, not thin cotton napkin and iron it well before folding.

Secrets of success and choice of materials

Of course, we did not talk about all the curious ways of how to fold napkins on a festive table, and the above diagrams are only part of the ideas for a festive serving. However, we advise you to start with our selection: advantageous ease of execution and detailed photos step by step - this is a guarantee of success with minimal effort and time.

Sometimes you really want to surprise your guests with something, whether it's delicious cooking, a beautifully decorated table, or intricately folded paper napkins. We very often celebrate holidays at home, gathering relatives and friends around one big table. Beautifully folded paper napkins can be one of those charming details that make up a memorable holiday. A few simple movements - and a faceless square will turn into a completely new figure.

How to fold paper napkins on a festive 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 on sale you can find very small square napkins that will not look folded. So, in this article we will analyze four interesting ways roll up paper napkins.

1. Mitra

Method number 1. Mitra. You can fold napkins in this way very quickly if you fill your hand. These napkins will look great on your table.

1. First you need to unfold the napkin to get a square. 2. Then fold it into a triangle. 3. We connect the lower corners of the triangle with its apex, as in the figure at number 3. 4. Then we bend the upper corners down and carefully iron the fold. 5. Now we bend the top corner to the center of the napkin, as in the figure at number 5. 6. Once again, we fold the just folded part of the napkin in half. 7. For the third time, we bend the napkin to get a triangle. 8. Turn over the napkin. 9. We connect the corners of the napkin to each other. 10. We bend the corner. 11. We bend the second corner.

2. Petals

An incredibly effective way to roll napkins is to make petals out of them. It is especially beautiful to fold milky napkins in this way. Here it is very important to carefully iron each fold and not make mistakes, otherwise the napkins will look untidy.

1. Let's unfold the napkin, putting it with a corner towards us. 2. Bend the bottom corner to the center of the napkin. 3. Bend it down so that it turns out, as in Figure 4. Now bend the corner up. 5. Down again. 6. Up again. 7. Now we need to fold the napkin with an accordion, carefully ironing each fold. 8. When the napkin is completely folded, it must be taken by the center and twisted. 9. We straighten our petals.

3. Flower

One of the simplest and quick ways beautifully fold the napkin - roll it into the shape of a flower. This method will not take you much time, but it will certainly please your guests.

1. Expand the square. 2. Bend the first corner to the center of the napkin. 3. Bend all remaining corners to the center of the napkin. 4. Let's flip our square. 5. Again, bend the corner to the center of the napkin. 6. Bend the rest of the corners to the center. 7. Gently pry off the corner on the back of the napkin and gently pull it towards you to make a petal. 8. Let's decorate all the petals and place the finished napkin on a plate.

4. Pocket

A napkin in the form of a pocket is a great way to effectively set the table (read about the rules for table setting). Small napkins are not suitable for such purposes, as cutlery simply does not fit in them.

1. We take a folded napkin from the package. 2. Fold in half. 3. We bend the corner to the center of the napkin. 4. We bend the bent part in half. 5. Bend it again. 6. Following the example of the first, we bend one more corner. 7. Fold it again. 8. Turn over the napkin. 9. Bend from both sides to the center. 10. Turn over. 11. Put on a plate and put cutlery in the resulting pocket.

A holiday, guests and a beautifully decorated table are always an attribute of a good and friendly hostess.

Beautiful decoration for the table can really be a pleasant experience. And setting the table in such a way that it surprises all the invited guests is really a whole skill. Sometimes it seems that a beautifully decorated table can only be made by a hostess with artistic talent. But, it's not. Table setting, although an art, but knowing the basics and rules, everyone can decorate the table beautifully.

Folding napkins for table setting

Oddly enough, but here there are rules, their secrets.

Etiquette

First of all, etiquette. It is the main component of the correct and beautiful design of the table. According to the rules of etiquette, napkins on the table are a must. The general view on the table depends on how they are laid out, how the table is served. And the perception of the guests, and hence the mood of the hostess herself, depends on how beautifully the table is served.

The main thing here is not artistic talent, although one cannot do without it at all. The main thing here is to understand and know that napkins are different and the uniqueness of the serving depends on what color is chosen, how they are folded.

Choosing napkins

More recently, a few years ago, in our country, napkins were mainly produced in only one color. In other words, these were only white napkins. And in order to decorate the table, to give it a zest, the housewives had to make a lot of efforts to make the napkins decorate the table. After all, then it was necessary to invent many different forms, figures. Only in this way it was possible to make the table original. It was then, in those days, that many ideas appeared on how to fold napkins, what shape to make them. This skill did not come by itself. It was dictated to the housewives by the time itself, when there were no other than ordinary white napkins in stores.

Today, everything is much easier. AT modern world There are so many colors of napkins. Moreover, they can be not only different in color, but already in finished form, have a different shape. Today, table setting is given a lot of attention. Napkin manufacturers try to surprise not only the hostess, but also themselves with their products. In addition, using colors, patterns on napkins, manufacturers, thereby pursuing another goal, that is, demand.

After all, the more beautiful the napkins, the better they are, the more original, the more they will be bought, and it is precisely such a manufacturer that will be given more preference. In other words, not only the beauty of the festive table, the mood of the hostess, but also the income of those companies that undertook such laborious work as making napkins depend on this.

So, as already mentioned, today they produce different napkins. They can be of a single color, or they can be with drawings and even whole paintings. At the same time, napkins can be fabric, or they can be as usual, that is, paper.

The choice of material, shape and color depends on what napkins are for on the table. That is why general table setting rules have been developed today. Everything counts here. That is, waiting for what you need napkins.

Guest category

Naturally, their main role, purpose is taken into account, and naturally for which category of guests they are needed. After all, if this is a child, it is natural that the brighter the napkin, the more interesting and pleasant it will be for the child to use it. And if you add some figure from it, something resembling a character from your favorite cartoon is generally a good and useful idea. Indeed, in this way it is possible to teach a child to the first rules of etiquette, to the basic rule of how to behave at the table, and even to the rules of personal cleanliness and hygiene.

So, buying bright-colored napkins, making figurines out of them, the hostess and, of course, the mother, thus solves several problems, that is, she teaches her baby how and why you need to take care of yourself and thereby helps to cheer up the baby, which means he will it’s also interesting to eat at the table, and not run around the apartment when mom rushes behind him with a spoonful of porridge.

Forms of napkins

The next, important stage, table setting is the choice of napkins. Here you need to clearly distinguish and understand the correspondence of the style and harmony of the napkin, tablecloth, table and even the whole room.

Further, everything is even more complicated, depending on what time of the day the color and shape of the napkins depend. In other words, napkins are selected according to the occasion. For example, if breakfast, lunch or dinner is to be held at the table, then in this case it is better to use large napkins. It should be noted that it is better if they are square in shape and with a side of at least 35 centimeters.

Small napkins are served mainly when you have to sit at the table with a cup of tea or coffee. Or guests if it is a dessert, cocktail table. In other words, when there is no chance of getting dirty on the first or second courses. After all, a napkin is not only a decoration, it is a necessary and obligatory table setting item, the main goal is to become useful before decorating the table.

Napkins with fringed edges are more needed for a tea party table. But, as for all other cases, the napkins should be with hemmed edges and have the usual shape.

Napkin color

It is important to choose a color scheme. Every housewife should remember that a napkin should be in harmony with the tablecloth and dishes on the table. Therefore, before proceeding with the selection of napkins, you need to choose the right tablecloth. In order to make the table very bright, you need to choose a tablecloth that is also bright. In other words, it should be of a color on which any napkin would become a bright, beautiful and harmonious note.

For this, it is better to use tablecloths in a contrasting color. It can be blue, pink, green and even red tablecloths. White, yellow pink napkins are ideally combined with blue tablecloths. Blue, light green, bright red and burgundy napkins look great on a pink tablecloth.

The tablecloth is yellow, it will perfectly accept green and blue napkins. But for red tablecloths, white, blue, pink and yellow napkins are best suited.

Very often they use a double tablecloth in table setting, which differs slightly from each other in tone. In this case, it is best to use matching paper napkins with the lower tier, that is, with the first tablecloth. In this case, an exquisite contrast of two colors on the table is created.

At the same time, double tiers of tablecloths can be of different colors. In addition, you can use matching napkins with the main tablecloth on the table. Here. For example, if the first tablecloth, that is, the lower tier is yellow, and the base, that is, the second tablecloth, is brown, much darker than the first tier, then it is better to select napkins in color with a brown tablecloth tier. Only at the same time, it is not necessary to observe their full compliance, but to give preference to bed-brown napkins. In other words, it seems like the same brown color, but much lighter and softer. This option matches perfectly and complements the table setting.

Dishes

Do not forget about what dishes are used on the table and the direction of unfolding napkins. After all, if you lay out the napkins, in the direction to the left of the plates, then for this it is better to make them form something in the form of a ring. Even utensils count. The semicircle and napkin rim option is suitable if ceramic plates, metal utensils and wicker cutlery are used.

Sometimes it happens that there are many guests. In this case, it is very difficult to provide everyone with cloth napkins. Here, for example, if you take a cocktail or snack table. It is best to use paper napkins here, and then, provided that they are placed in an original way, in the supplied napkin holder, in the center of the table. Fortunately, today there is a large assortment of napkin holders. But, if suddenly, such a stand was not found, a large glass cup will successfully fulfill the role of a napkin holder.

Ways to decorate the table with napkins

Over the years of using napkins for the table, housewives have invented a lot of ways to decorate. In addition to the fact that the aesthetic moment is observed, the complexity of the method is also taken into account. After all, guests should not only look at the original folded napkin. They should quickly unfold the napkin without much effort. And this is the main requirement, at the moment when the first idea appeared to fold the napkin beautifully to decorate the table and simplify the task of using the napkin at the most necessary moment for this.

In fact, there are a lot of options on how to decorate a table with napkins, how to fold them, how and where to put them.

figures

A paper napkin with a selected color and pattern can be folded into different shapes. If these are lace napkins and they can be rolled out of paper into a tube. You can fold them into a triangle or make an envelope out of them.

Very often you can find on sale sets for table setting, where napkins already have a folded shape, that is, in such sets, napkins are sold ready-made. It remains only to arrange them beautifully on the table. But buying such a set is not always possible.

Then the hostess begins to invent and after a while the original form of the napkin appears on the table.

Lay out in a semicircle

Designers often suggest using a semi-circular napkin layout above each cutlery for table setting. Of course, this option is possible. But on one condition, when there is enough space on the table and a small number of guests are expected.

Napkin holders

If there are many guests, and the table is small, then this type has a number of disadvantages. Most importantly, lined napkins with a rim around the cutlery take up a lot of space. Then napkin holders and special coasters will come to the rescue.

In this case, you can simply fold the napkins beautifully and put them in a special stand, or simply put napkins under each plate, so that its edge is slightly visible. At the same time, it is desirable that the napkins under the plates be laid out on the left. The fact is that a person that is, with his right hand. And if you put a napkin on the right, it will be very inconvenient for the guest to use it.

True, there are some nuances here. If the hostess knows in advance that one of the invited guests is left-handed, then you need to set the table so that the person who holds the device in his left hand can easily use the prepared napkin. On the opposite side. In other words, for a right-handed person, napkins should be placed only on the left, and if the guest is left-handed, then the napkin should be placed on the right for him.

If a table is set for a regular meal, do not overload the table. Too bright and intricate figures from napkins will look funny. To do this, it is enough to fold the napkin four times and place it on a special stand, which is placed in the center of the table.

Fundamental rules

Also, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before setting the table. Also keep in mind that when folding napkins, do not rub them. It is necessary to touch this delicate material as little as possible.

Although this rule is not difficult, but not following it means ruining everything. Every housewife should understand that no matter how beautifully a napkin is folded, if it becomes shabby as a result of such folding, no most original figure can replace the charm of a clean napkin. So, if you know that you can’t cope with the chosen shape and folding figure, it’s better not to take on this matter, but simply put napkins close to the plate of each invited guest.

But if you need to set a table for tea drinking, you can stop at the easiest and simplest option.

That is, take a napkin, fold it with a scarf, thread a cup of tea through the handle and tie both ends of the napkin, while not tightening the knot. Remember, the faster the guest can cope with such a knot, the better and more convenient.

So, how is the table decorated with paper napkins?

If you need to surprise guests or you have time to experiment, then you can practice and make a whole work of art out of an ordinary paper napkin, that is, a masterpiece. You can twist a flower from a napkin. To do this, there are many ways and options. To do this, you can use napkins of different colors, in accordance with the laws of nature. In other words, a napkin in the form of a flower can be made from a napkin for a green flower stalk, and the flower itself can be red, blue, blue, yellow. In general, the choice of color for a flower always remains with the preference and taste of the hostess herself.

Here, for example, let's look at a couple of such options.

1. First you need to fold the train from the napkin. To do this, take a paper napkin of a certain color, folded diagonally. Next, you need to connect the right and left corner of the napkin. It turns out the figure of a triangle with a sharp top. Visually determine the passage of the horizontal axis and only after that you need to fold the napkin in half. After that, you need to lay the right corner of the napkin inside the left corner of the napkin. In this case, you need to do this from the back of it. After that, you need to slightly pull its upper corner in the opposite direction;
2. The napkin is folded exactly along the floors twice in the same direction. After that, you need to symmetrically wrap both sides of the resulting triangle to the bottom and then unfold the resulting figure. You should, it will turn out, a figure, so that you have a complete overview of its entire wrong side. After that, you need to make two rings and two bags from a napkin, which are interconnected. Napkin comes out appearance, similar to a megaphone;
3. Here is another option for how to fold napkins. To do this, take a paper napkin and fold it four times. After that, you need to bend its lower part down diagonally. After, it is wrapped first, right, after the left corners slightly forward. And the remaining edges of the corners must be bent back. After that, the napkin is folded along the longitudinal axis and its edges are carefully, gently and carefully pulled out;
4. You can also make a lily out of a paper napkin. To do this, take a napkin, a bright color, that is, it can be red, orange, blue and bright yellow. After that, it must be folded diagonally and its right and left corners of the triangle connected to each other with the top of the resulting triangle shape. Further, the resulting figure is folded in half in accordance with the horizontal axis, and the upper part of the corner turns slightly down. After that, you need to take green napkins, twist the tube, which should, to fulfill the role, the legs of the flower. After that, a lily from a napkin is installed on the resulting stem, and everything is put together in a pre-prepared glass deep glass. It is where flowers from napkins are placed on the festive table.

In fact, setting a table using napkins as a decoration and in order for them to fulfill their most important task is not an easy task. It requires maximum effort, effort and time. In culinary, educational institutions, table setting, a whole training course is allotted, after which students take an exam. And it is right. Beautifully decorate the table with napkins equates to magic. And the one who copes with this is truly a magician.

But, this does not mean that it is not given to everyone. Perhaps you are the kind of hostess for whom creating a napkin masterpiece will become an exciting hobby. After all, this is really very interesting. Moreover, in this way you can not only surprise guests, but also cheer them up and your mood, which is sometimes very important and even the most delicious dishes cannot cope with this.

Etiquette and napkins - the dignity of all times and peoples

No holiday is complete without napkins. It is impossible to do without them at the official reception of friends. Without them in the country in any way, in the forest, by the sea. They have become part of our life forever. Moreover, today a napkin is not only an object and table decoration. Today, a napkin can be different, the smallest and the largest, the brightest and just white.

What event can take place without napkins? The main task of the napkin, which has developed over the years, is to protect clothes from stains, today it is compared with something with a towel, only of a smaller size, which, moreover, does not need to be washed, but can simply be thrown away after use. And at the same time get rid of the stain, wipe your hands.

Even if you have a box of tissues with a special opening for pulling out, do not neglect the main rules of etiquette.

Every hostess wants to create a real holiday at the feast. However, it does not have to be a solemn event. It is possible to cheer up the family even on the most ordinary weekday by laying attractive paper napkins on the table. How to do this, you will learn from this article.

Peculiarities

Beautifully folding paper napkins for serving is not an easy task. However, with a little practice, you can skillfully create real works of art. A similar element of table setting will help add extra zest to your regular meal. What are the benefits of doing this:

• aesthetic appeal. Paper napkins elegantly folded into a variety of shapes can give a beautiful look to your table.
• An opportunity to surprise guests, relatives and loved ones. Also, you can show all your imagination, realizing new and stylish ideas every time. There is no need to be afraid of experiments.
• Availability. You can buy paper napkins in almost any store. Availability of goods is an additional advantage.

• Budget option for creating a creative table. You will not need to buy expensive jewelry. You can create beauty with your own hands. It is worth practicing in advance, starting with simple designs.
• It is important to select napkins according to tone and texture. They should be combined with the overall style of the table or items you have chosen. It will be possible to make such paper decorations quickly, without any additional effort. Therefore, in any situation you will be able to show your skill.
• Excellent mood. When guests see a beautiful table setting, and even napkins made in the form of various shapes, everyone will receive a charge of positive emotions. Good mood will be provided for the whole day.

How to roll up: step by step instructions

Before you start work, you should choose the right color scheme for napkins, as well as study the scheme you need.

Actual version the day before new year holidays will become a Christmas tree napkin. Consider the step by step method of its manufacture:

• Take 1 paper napkin of a certain shade. You can use not only green, but also a scarlet, sunny shade. Position the product so that the open corners of the product are facing down.
• The next step is to alternately fold the parts of the napkin. It is worth bending up the corners, which is below, without leading to the previous layer.
• Then a similar procedure is done with the remaining layers. Folding should be done slowly and very carefully.
• After you have folded all the layers, turn the napkin over to the other side. We bend the right side of the workpiece to the left, and then the right.
• Now we turn over our future Christmas tree again. It is necessary to carefully wrap the upper corners up and tuck them under the previous ones.
• Here is a stylish christmas tree. This craft will decorate serving tables in an original way.

Flowers are a popular decoration for a feast. It is not necessary to buy them. You can create, for example, an attractive rose with the help of napkins. The scheme is simple:

• Initially, prepare two napkins - scarlet and light green.
• Take a light green paper and start folding it diagonally.
• Then once again we bend also diagonally. The result is a triangular shape. In the future, these will be the leaves of our flower.
• Now you should decompose scarlet. We bend it diagonally, forming a triangle, the lower corner of which we bend up, combine with the middle of the upper region.
• We turn the product and begin to twist it into a roll, thereby creating a rose flower.
• Now it’s worth taking the two blanks that we got. A scarlet napkin twisted into a roll should be placed on a salad blank. Roll gently to form an attractive flower and place the rose in a glass.

By analogy with such a scheme, mimosa, lotus and other flowers can be folded. A simple but no less effective way of folding will be a bow. It takes a matter of seconds to create it. It is worth taking your favorite napkin in color, making a triangle out of it. Then you should wrap the bottom edge of the triangle to its base and roll up the strip. Now take the ribbon and form a bow by tying the strip in the middle.

For a wedding or Valentine's Day, heart napkins will be relevant. Making them is pretty easy:

• First, you should choose a certain napkin of a suitable shade.
• Place the square diagonally and fold it.
• Now follows the angle that is to the right of the triangle, bend up along the transverse axis. Perform similar manipulations with the second part.
• Then fold the right edge inward from above, like the left one.
• Turn the piece over to the other side.
• Then the part that is on top, bend it up and turn the figure over.

That's how easy you get a symbol of love and passion - the heart.

Easy, but no less effective option will be fan of paper napkins. It will help diversify the festive table.

It is worth playing with tonalities and making a product of two colors. You will need two napkins - a larger one and a smaller one. Connect them together. Fold each napkin in half beforehand. For example, light green will be on the bottom, and orange on top. Now it’s worth slowly and carefully forming the edges of the napkins with an accordion. We carry out the procedure to the middle line of the product. Then be sure to turn the workpiece over.

It is worth positioning the product so that the accordion is visible on the right, and the free edge will remain on the left. Let's bend the corner, which is from the top left to the bottom. The part of the tip that remains is tucked back and bent. It turns out the reference point for the fan. Straighten the product and send the model to a serving saucer.

Products in the form of fish will look creative. You need to take a simple square napkin. It folds along two diagonals, and then unfolds. Then the edges of the two areas in the middle are taken, following the outlined lines, are brought together. We got a triangle. After that, you should combine the two areas along the transverse axis and turn them out. The edge on the right should be brought to this line and returned back.

Such movements are done with the next area. The right corner is brought to the left diagonal, overlapped by the left edge of the triangle. Now you can expand the triangle. You can make any number of these fish.

Another attractive option is the turntable. All four corners of the napkin are joined together in the center. Then both areas of the square are similarly connected along the transverse axis. The next step is to turn the rectangle towards you and bend the part below in half. Then it is worth bending them in half and the top. Pull the top right edge and the left triangle up. Straighten the lower right corner to the right. The corner that remains, let it be free.

It is noteworthy that such a turntable can be placed on a plate both front and wrong sides. The figure will look unusual and attractive. The spinner will help to decorate any plate.

Be sure to consider the tones of the paper napkin or the patterns that are shown on it. All colors should echo a single concept, make up a common stylistic composition. Only in this way can you create the perfect holiday atmosphere.

Similar curly napkins are used as stylish decor. You can simply lay out the product on a plate or serve in a glass. In any case, it will look spectacular.

It also looks nice napkin-pocket, where you can put cutlery. So the product will be not only a decor, but also acquire a functional value. Begin to fold the tips down to the upper left edge, leaving more area for the next fold. Now turn the napkin over so that the layers are facing the table. Both edges are bent at a right angle so that a pocket is formed. Turn the item over. You can put spoons and forks there. It looks stylish and fashionable.

It is worth noting that napkins for appliances are also available in different variations. You can choose the scheme that will be more convenient and attractive for you. For example, there is also a napkin-tie. She will come in handy for the anniversary of her husband, son, or on February 23. The napkin is angled down. Then the right and left parts are wrapped, and the upper corner is folded to the side. We turn the product. With the help of the upper corner we tie a fork or spoon. This is how easy it is to decorate your holiday table.

It will be possible to serve the table with paper napkins if you practice in advance. You can create an attractive lily from burgundy napkins. To do this, you need to form a square diagonally. The corners on the side should be tucked to the middle, like an airplane. The corner at the bottom should be raised up so that there is some space left. Then the corners of some area of ​​the napkins are folded down.

We turn the tube inward and lay the corners into each other. So you created a napkin-candle. If we straighten the corners of the upper region and lower them down, then a lily will appear before us.

You can also twist attractive roses or create an envelope where you can conveniently put any items. You will need a napkin measuring 50 * 50 centimeters. The napkin folds in half from the left area to the right, and then again the same way, only from top to bottom. The rhombus, which turned out, is folded twice from left to right. Now we return the left part to its place, take the right corner, which is on top, and bring it to the middle.

Fold it in half again. We do the same with the left side. Then you should turn the rhombus over, bend both areas of the square so that they converge in the center. Now flip the rectangle over again. The resulting envelope will fit comfortably on a platter. It will be possible to insert a knife, a fork there, and a spoon will also look good.

It is worth noting that place a stylish napkin conveniently anywhere on the table. You can carefully lay it on a saucer or place it near it. An excellent way would be to place the decoration in a glass. Of course, everything will depend on the folding option and composition. It is important not to forget to select harmonious shades so that the decor is successfully combined with other products on the table.

You should not start with some complex figures. For starters, you can just learn how to beautifully lay out paper napkins. You can do this on top of each other or use a napkin holder for this.

Every caring hostess who seeks to surprise and delight her guests thinks about how best to fold napkins. Here are some recommendations from experts:

• Choose the shape of paper napkins based on the festive occasion, as well as the age of the guests.
• It is worth noting that you should not make intricate and overly complex figures. Everything should be as simple as possible so that guests do not spend extra effort trying to unfold another napkin.
• Pay attention to the shade. Paper napkins should be selected based on the color of the tablecloth, as well as the items that your table is served with. You can create a single holistic stylish composition.
• As for the placement of such decor, it can be completely different places. You can place the napkin on a plate or put it in a glass, napkin holder. This is where the variant of addition will follow.
• Before folding products, they must first be prepared. You need to practice in advance in order to fill your hand and so that this activity does not take away all your free time.
• It is worth starting to train with the simplest additions. For example, you can simply roll napkins into a tube, make an accordion or add color accents.

royal lily

1. The original form of the napkin lies face down.
2. Bend in turn all its corners to the center.
3. Turn the napkin over.
4. Bend its corners to the center again.
5. Holding the corners in the center, pull the corners from the bottom so that they form “petals”.

royal mantle

1. The original shape of the napkin is folded diagonally downwards.
2. Align the left and right corners with the top of the triangle.
3. Fold them up.
4. Bend the top of the upper of the two lower triangles up to the middle.
5. ... in half again and again, going to the top half of the napkin. Bend the lower part (the remaining triangle) back. Fasten the side corners to each other and pull out the points.
6. Bend the tips of the "royal mantle" down and fasten behind the welt.

Hourglass

1. The original form of the napkin is folded in half along the vertical axis (left fold)
2. Fold the top left and right corners down.
3. Bend the left and right bottom corners up.
4. Fold the top triangle down and the bottom one up.

Flame

2. Fold the resulting triangle with an accordion, leaving a small triangle on top.
3. Fasten the "accordion" with the top.
4. ... and fold the figure in half.
5. The resulting figure can be fixed with a ring or decorative elements.

Shirt

1. The original shape of the napkin is folded diagonally.
2. Fold up a small strip of fabric at the base of the triangle and turn the napkin right side out.
3. Bend the right corner to the left down, the left corner to the right down.
4. Straighten the corners strictly symmetrically and fold the bottom edge back. "Shirt" can be decorated
bow or candy.

Rybka

1. The original shape of the napkin is folded diagonally (fold at the top).
2. Bend the bottom corner up.
3. Bend the left protruding corner down.
4. Fold the right corner in the same way.
5. Bend the left side to the middle vertical line of the figure. Fold the right side in the same way.
6. Turn the figure over and decorate it with a small shell.

Sachet corners

1. The original shape of the napkin is folded four times with the right side out (open corners in the upper right part)
2. Fold the first layer of napkin fabric diagonally so that the corner is at the lower left point.
3. Fold back the second layer of fabric so that its corner touches the center fold. Bend the first corner from the bottom so that it touches the corner at the central fold.
4. Bend the lower right and upper left corners back.
5. Place the napkin on the table in a vertical orientation.

Slipper with train

1. The original form of the napkin is folded in half with the wrong side inward. Fold both top corners of the napkin towards the middle.
2. Bend the resulting top down.
3. Turn the napkin right side away from you and fold the top corners towards the middle again.
4. Turn the napkin away from you again and fold the folds from the bottom edge.
5. Place the folds under the square, holding it in the center with your fingers, and spread out on both sides
fan.

Tiara and lily

1. The original shape of the napkin is folded diagonally (fold at the bottom)
2. Align the two side corners with the top.
3. Fold the napkin so that the bottom corner is 1 inch (2.5cm) lower than the top.
4. Bend the top corner down to the fold.
5a. Bend the sides back and insert one into the other to form a circle at the base.
5 B. Set the napkin straight up.
6. Style "Lily"
We perform operations 1-5 (see above). To fold the napkin in a lily style, fold down the top two corners.

Tiered corners

1. The original form of the napkin is folded four times.
2. Fold the first layer of napkin fabric diagonally so that the corner is at the left point. Bend the second layer so that the second corner is 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the first.
3. Repeat the above with the third and fourth layers of fabric so that all corners are 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
4. Fold the sides down and place the napkin on the table.

Princess Frog

The original form of the napkin lies face down.
1. Fold the top quarter of the napkin down and the bottom quarter up.
2. Turn the napkin away from you and fold it in half along the horizontal axis towards you.
3. Bend the upper right corner down.
4. Lay the next corner inward.
5. Bend the last right corner back under the figure.
6. Do the same with the left corners.
7. Fold the figure in the middle.
8. Place it on the folded corners. Glue confetti circles instead of eyes.

Royal bun

1. The original form of the napkin is wrong side up.
2. Bend to the center all other corners.
3. Turn the napkin over and again bend all corners to the center.
4. Turn the napkin over. Bend to the center again all the corners.
5. Bend the four corners inward from the center.
6. Bend all corners to the center again and turn the napkin over.
7. Straighten the folded corners.

Hat with lapel

1. The original form of the napkin is folded with the wrong side inward (left fold).
2. Fold the napkin in half again to make a square (fold at the bottom).
3. Wrap the lower left corner, leaving 2-3 cm to the top.
4. Bend the side corners inward and fasten in each other.
5. Place the napkin vertically to make a “hat” with a folding collar, bend one of the upper peaks down.

Bishop's hat

1. The original form of the napkin is folded in half (fold at the bottom).
2. Fold the top left and bottom right corners diagonally towards the middle. Turn the napkin over so that the top right corner is at the bottom left.
3. Fold the figure along the horizontal axis in half, releasing the left triangles.
4. Bend the right side of the figure to the left and place it under the left triangle.
5. And finally, turn the napkin over and place the left side under the right triangle. Fasten the corners.

marquee

1. The original form of the napkin is folded horizontally in half (fold at the top).
2. Fold the napkin into a triangle (align the lower left corner with the lower right corner).
3. Move the right corner of the resulting triangle to the left.
4. Repeat steps 2, after which shift the lower right corner to the left.
5. Bend the right half of the triangle to the left and place the napkin so that the edges do not wrinkle.

twisted tent

1. The original form of the napkin is folded in half (fold at the top).
2. Align the lower left corner of the napkin with its lower right part to form an isosceles triangle on top.
3. Move the right corner to the right.
4. Repeat step 2, shift the lower right corner to the left.
5. Bend the right half of the triangle to the left.
6. Roll the napkin from left to right.
7. Give the napkin a vertical position without unfolding it completely.

At an official reception or at a dacha with friends - you will certainly meet HER. It can appear before you chic, large, small, bright multi-colored or elegant snow-white. But even this will not confuse you if you remember the rule: linen or paper, napkin has the main purpose, which has developed over the centuries, - to protect your clothes from stains.
Even if you have a box with torn-out pieces of paper in front of you, which, when used, are sent directly to the trash can, in this case, you should not neglect the accepted in society etiquette .
Rule 1: If you are given a tissue, use it. Don't leave it on the table untouched. A napkin is given to wipe hands and mouth, and to protect clothing from possible stains. The fact that a person does not use it, betrays that he is a slob.
Rule 2: Wait for the host to unfold his napkin. Only after that, take yours.
Rule 3: If the napkin is too big and falls off your knees, fold it up the right sizes.
Rule 4: In a decent society at the table, it is not customary to make sudden sweeping movements. Do not aggressively shake the napkin to unfold it. Do not dry yourself with a tissue as if it were a morning exercise towel. Just lightly blot your mouth.
Rule 5: Do not rush to unfold the napkin, wait until the dish is brought.
Rule 6: If you need to leave the table, leave the napkin on the chair or to the left of the plate. After eating, put a napkin also to the left of the plate, but in no case in the plate.
Rule 7: Where is the napkin? On your knees Not behind the belt, not behind the collar. Although, if you are in a society where such behavior is acceptable, feel free to follow it. For example, in southern Italy or New Jersey, spaghetti is served with a wonderful seafood sauce. It is best to enjoy this dish without worrying about red stains on your shirt and trousers. Many Italians and Italian Americans tuck the napkin into their collar as part of the meal. In their society, you can act in the same way.
And what about the waiters with a napkin over their arm? This is convenient from a practical point of view in case of incidents with stains - a napkin is always at hand. This practice originated several centuries ago in France, where the manner of wearing a napkin determined what would be for dinner. Generally, napkins have been used for thousands of years .

1. Lily

		1. Fold the napkin diagonally.				2. Align the left and right corners with the top of the triangle.

2. Junk

		1. Fold the napkin in half (fold on the right).				2. Fold the rectangle in half again.
		3. Bend the bottom half diagonally up.				4. Fold the left corner forward. Fold the right corner forward as well.
		5. Bend both protruding corners back.				6. Fold the napkin along the longitudinal axis back.

		7. Holding the bent corners with your hand, we pull out the edges of the “sail” napkin in turn.

3. Handbag

		1. Fold the napkin in half vertically (fold on the right).				2. And fold in half again from bottom to top.
		3. Bend the two layers of the upper left corner to the center.				4. Fold the top right corner towards the center.
		5. Bend the resulting triangle down along the line just below the middle.				6. Bend the upper right and left corners to the middle.

7. Bend the resulting triangle down to the first triangle.

4. Horizontal sachet

		1. Initially, the napkin is folded in half with the front side inward (fold at the bottom).				2. Bend a third of the top layer down to form a central crease.

5. Cover for devices

		1. Initially, the napkin lies wrong side up. Fold the top left corner towards the center.				2. Fold the napkin in half from left to right.
		3. Fold the napkin in half horizontally. Bend the bottom under the top.				4. Bend the top corner towards the center.

5. Bend the side corners back.

6. Column

		1. Initially, the napkin is folded diagonally.				2. Bend the base up, then back about 2-3 cm.

7. Royal lily

		1. Initially, the napkin lies face down.				2. Bend in turn all its corners to the center.
		3. Turn the napkin over.				4. Bend its corners to the center again.
		5. Holding the corners in the center, pull the corners from the bottom so that they form “petals”.

8."Everest" 1. Initially, the napkin is folded in half horizontally (fold from above). 2. Fold the top corners diagonally towards the middle. 3. Align the sides of the triangle so that their sharp corners are at the bottom. 4a. Turn the figure over and bend the ends, which will become a support for it. 4b. Bend along the vertical axis with folds inward. 5. Stand the napkin upright. 9. Asian fan 1. Initially, the napkin lies wrong side down. Approximately 1/4 of the top fold down. 2. Turn the napkin over. Approximately 1/3 of the bottom fold up. 3. Fold the napkin in half from bottom to top. 4. Fold the resulting figure with an accordion so that there are five even folds. 5. Holding the open side in your hand, pull the folds laid in the depths in opposite directions in the upper part and fix them. 6. Dissolve the "fan". 10. Fan in the ring 1. Initially, the napkin in the straightened form lies face down. 2. Fold the napkin "accordion" (2a). 3. Bend it in half in the middle. 4. Fill the napkin in the ring (or put it in a glass) and straighten the “fan”. 11. Table fan 1. Initially, the napkin is folded in half with the right side out (fold from above). Collect three quarters of its length into an "accordion", bending the first fold down. 2. Fold the resulting figure in half so that the folds are on the outside on the left side, and not the folded part on the right. 3. Take the napkin in your hand so that the open ends of the folds look up. 4. Fold the unfolded part of the napkin diagonally to make a “stand”, as shown in the photo. After that, tuck the “stand” between the folds and place the napkin on the table. 12. Basket for bread 1. Initially, the napkin lies with the wrong side up. Bend the right corner to the center. 2. Bend to the center all other corners. 3. Turn the napkin over and again bend all corners to the center. 4. Turn the napkin over. 5. Bend the four corners inward from the center. 13. Jabot 1. Initially, the napkin is folded in half (fold at the bottom). 2. Fold the napkin in half again (open corners are on the top right). 3. Bend the top of the corners down diagonally and fold it "accordion" in the direction of the diagonal fold. 4. Fold "accordion" in the direction of the fold the next corner at the top right. 5. Bend the bottom corner under the napkin. The right one is also folded under the napkin

14. "Horizontal sachet"

1. Initially, the napkin is folded in half with the front side inward (fold at the bottom).
2. Bend a third of the top layer down to form a central crease.
3. Turn the opposite side towards you. Bend the sides so that they touch in the center.
Fold the same again.

15. "Diagonal sachet"

2. Fold back the corner of the first layer of fabric 2 inches (5 cm), repeat the operation.
3. Fold over the second layer of tissue paper, tucking a corner under the diagonal bolster to form a second 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide roll.
4. Fold the top and bottom of the napkin and lay it on the table, orienting it vertically so that the folds remain diagonal.

16. "Star in a fan"

1. Initially, the napkin lies with the wrong side out.
2. Fold the top and bottom edges of the napkin towards the center.
3. Bend the bottom half upward, holding the fold firmly.
4. Fold the napkin "accordion" (from 4 to 6 folds)
5. Holding the upper part of the figure, pull the lower deep-lying folds forward.
6. Put the "fan".

17. "Cover for devices"

1. Initially, the napkin lies with the wrong side up. Fold the top left corner towards the center.
2. Fold the napkin in half from left to right.
3. Fold the napkin in half along the horizontal axis. Bend the bottom under the top.
4. Bend the top corner to the center.
5. Bend the side corners back.

18. Calla

1. Initially, the napkin is folded diagonally with the right side out (fold at the bottom).
2. Finish the top corner, forming a "bag"
3. Turn out about 1/3 of the "bag".
4. Straighten the resulting figure and give the napkin a vertical position.

1. Initially, the napkin is folded diagonally (fold at the top).
2. Bend the bottom corner up.
3. Bend the left protruding corner down.
4. Fold the right corner in the same way.
5. Bend the left side to the middle vertical line of the figure. Fold the right side in the same way.
6. Flip the shape. You can decorate it with a small shell.

21. "Sachet corners"

1. Initially, the napkin is folded in four with the right side out (open corners in the upper right part)
2. Fold the first layer of napkin fabric diagonally so that the corner is at the lower left point.
3. Fold back the second layer of fabric so that its corner touches the center fold. Bend the first corner from the bottom so that it touches the corner at the central fold.
4. Bend the lower right and upper left corners back.
5. Place the napkin on the table away from the cutlery.

22. "Flip-flop with a train"

1. Initially, the napkin is folded in half with the wrong side inward. Fold both top corners of the napkin towards the middle.
2. Bend the resulting top down.
3. Turn the napkin right side away from you and fold the top corners towards the middle again.
4. Turn the napkin away from you again and fold the folds from the bottom edge.
5. Place the folds under the square, holding it in the center with your fingers, and fan out on both sides.

23. Tiara and Lily

1. Initially, the napkin is folded diagonally (fold at the bottom)
2. Align the two side corners with the top.
3. Fold the napkin so that the bottom corner is 1 inch (2.5cm) lower than the top.
4. Bend the top corner down to the fold.
5a. Bend the sides back and insert one into the other to form a circle at the base.
5 B. Set the napkin straight up.
6. Style "Lily"
We perform operations 1-5 (see above).
To fold the napkin in a lily style, fold down the top two corners.

24. Tiered Corners

1. Initially, the napkin is folded in four.
2. Fold the first layer of napkin fabric diagonally so that the corner is at the left point. Bend the second layer so that the second corner is 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the first.
3. Repeat the above with the third

Beautiful table setting is an integral part of any festive feast. In addition to mouth-watering dishes and beautiful tablecloths, original folded napkins are an important attribute.

A napkin can be the simplest, or it can be refined and elegant, large or miniature, bright or plain. It is this serving detail that sets the style for the entire table.

The most commonly used fabric and paper products. Fabric ones serve to protect clothing and are placed on your knees. Paper are designed for wiping the mouth and hands.

Folding napkins for serving is a responsible business. Light rag napkins will help to beautifully set the table - they need not only to be folded in an original way, but also to be put correctly. You can master the art of folding napkins quite easily - the Internet is full of master classes. If you don't like ready-made schemes- the situation is easy to fix: using the knowledge gained, develop and draw your own scheme in stages, and it will become the hallmark of your serving.

paper napkins most popular in today's society. And no wonder, because they are inexpensive and practical. There are many options for the appearance of this product and choose suitable model won't be difficult.

They add an element of luxury to the table setting. They mainly use products made from natural or mixed materials of various colors and styles.

There are a lot of ways to fold napkins for table setting. We present a selection of the most interesting and popular schemes.

Gallery: napkins for table setting (25 photos)

How to fold cloth napkins

Before learning how to fold various shapes and figures, you need to make sure that the size this accessory is suitable. Too small formats should not be bought. As a rule, the size of this product should be about 50x50 centimeters.

Lily flower:

Envelope for cutlery:

1. At a square napkin, fold the upper left corner to the middle of the canvas.
2. Fold the material in half along a vertical line.
3. Fold the fabric horizontally so that the folded corner remains on the outside (visible) side. This resulted in a square.
4. Rotate the shape slightly so that the vertices look exactly up and to the sides.
5. Bend the top corner to the center and fill.
6. Turn the side parts of the product under the bottom. It turned out handy pocket for knife and fork.

Column:

Sailboat:

1. Take a rectangular napkin and fold it diagonally.
2. Place the top of the triangle on top.
3. Roll the base into a roll to the middle of the product.
4. Connect the ends of the triangle.

Tent:

1. Fold the square napkin along a horizontal line.
2. Fold the fabric in half along the center vertical line. Got a square.
3. Take the bottom corner and move it to the left side. In this case, the product should partially straighten out.
4. Take the next corner and also shift it to the left side.
5. Do the same with the remaining 2 corners.
6. Thus, you get a folded product with 4 folds, which can be beautifully placed on the table.
7. You can stop at this stage, or you can give a curved shape. To do this, roll the napkin from left to right and carefully place it on the surface. Beautiful curves will give elegance to the appearance of the figure.

Diamond:

French way:

1. Take a napkin and fold it diagonally.
2. Rotate so that the right angle points to the right.
3. Take the top corner and fold it down, leaving a few centimeters from the left end.
4. Take the right side of the product and bend it in the same way.
5. This design will look beautiful on a table or plate.

Candle:

Galaxy:

1. Lay the tissue paper on a flat surface.
2. Take it with your fingers central part and begin to carefully twist the fabric in a circle. You can use a regular fork for this action.
3. Carefully turn the napkin over to the back. An original and beautiful presentation is guaranteed.

Asian fan:

How to fold paper napkins

You can show your imagination and decorate the table with napkins of several colors at once. This will not only add a “zest” to the design, but will also become a practical addition to the holiday.

The presented options for folding napkins do not require special skills. Even a child can handle table setting in this way.