How to Fold Napkin Pockets

By Amy Madtson

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Napkin pockets add a pretty touch to any dinner table whether formal or casual. The pockets can be used to hold silverware, name cards, small gifts for a guest, flowers or just about anything. These napkin pockets are a fast and easy project to make for a wedding, bridal shower, anniversary dinner or any occasion. Read on to learn how to fold napkin pockets.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Napkins, any size or color
  • Ribbons, optional
Step1
Open the napkin out flat on a table or flat surface.
Step2
Fold the left side over to meet the right side. The fold should be on the left side.
Step3
Fold up the bottom of the napkin 4 inches.
Step4
Fold the bottom up again another 4 inches. This forms the pocket.
Step5
Turn the napkin over so the right side is facing down.
Step6
Fold each side to the center.
Step7
Tuck one of the back edges inside the other to hold together.
Step8
Turn napkin right side up and you are now ready to fill the pocket with whatever you like.

Tips & Warnings

  • Starching and ironing the napkins will help keep the shape of the pocket.
  • Tie a ribbon around the middle of the pocket for an added touch and to help hold the pocket's shape.

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