6 Step Pocket Cloth Napkin Tutorial

The rolls and casseroles are completed. The mashed potatoes are warming. The turkey is just about done. While you catch your breath before the big feast, you realize you haven't folded your cloth napkins! Here is a quick and easy tutorial for a pocket cloth napkin. 

I love the pocket cloth napkin. 

It is my go to fold for cloth napkins.

I love the idea of being able to slip a menu, a flower or utensils into the pocket to give your tablescape a unique touch that is truly your own. Found below is a 6 step tutorial on how to accomplish the easy pocket napkin.

Also, if you haven't already, be sure to check out my tablescape & chalkboard charger plate tutorials. They will help to ensure you entice your guests this holiday season.

One // 

Lay your cloth napkin flat on the table, seams down. 

Two // (Shown above):

Take both hands and make an "L" with your left hand using your thumb and index finger. On your right hand, make a reverse "L." You can also think of it as making your hands little guns. Trace the two bottom corners of your cloth napkin with your two "guns."

Three // (Shown above):

Use your "guns" as your guide. Where the tip of your index finger lies, make a fold on your napkin about an inch up. Tuck the remainder underneath the napkin.

Four // (Shown above):

Keeping your fold in place, carefully turn your napkin over. Your napkin should now be seams up. On the side of your napkin that has not been touched or folded (opposite of your fold) make a small fold and crease it. This fold should only be about 1/4 of an inch. The only purpose of this fold is to hide your seam so it doesn't need to be very large.

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Begin to fold your napkin as you would a bath towel. Over and over onto itself. Do you best to have the folds line up so that there is no extra fabric left over at the end. If there is however, simply tuck it into the last fold so it doesn't show.

Six //

You are almost done! Now, simply tuck utensils, a flower or a card stock menu into the pocket and you are ready to dine in style.

I just want you to know that, this year, for Thanksgiving, one of the things I am grateful for is... YOU!

Happy Thanksgiving to you and those you love.