How to Use Napkin Rings
Napkin rings add an elegant touch to dinner parties and conserve space on a crowded table. While napkin rings are used mostly for decoration today--including to add a nice touch on holidays--in the past, each family member had an individual napkin ring. This allowed the napkin to be reused, thereby saving on cleaning costs. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Lay clean (cloth) napkin flat on a clean surface.
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Pick up the center of the napkin with two fingers, pull together, and stuff the point through a napkin ring. This is a simple and classic way to use a napkin ring.
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Alternatively, starting on one edge, fold the napkin like an accordion until you reach the other side.
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Fold the napkin in half top to bottom and stuff the center crease inside the napkin ring. The folds should naturally fan out for an elegant touch.
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Lay the napkin fan across the plate.
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Tips & Warnings
Guests should remove the napkin from ring and place the empty napkin ring to the upper left of their place setting. For best results, iron napkin well before use.
