How to Fold an Oval Tablecloth

Folding an oval tablecloth is similar to folding a fitted sheet.

Folding an oval tablecloth resembles the same technique used in folding a fitted sheet. It can be useful to practice this on an assortment of sizes and textures to master it. Using this folding pattern will make storage of your tablecloths much easier. They will stack with neatly folded edges that can be pressed lightly with an iron if desired.

Things You'll Need

• Oval tablecloths
• Iron

Instructions

1. 

   Locate a large flat surface about waist level. Spread out the oval tablecloth making sure that there are no wrinkles on the fabric surface.

2. 

   Fold the top edge parallel to the bottom edge but only halfway. Moving the bottom edge upwards mimic the same fold on the bottom giving you a rounded rectangular form.

3. 

   Pressing with a warm iron at this point will help the tablecloth retain the folds better.

4. 

   Taking the far right edge, fold it three times toward the center. Repeat the folds with the left side also.

5. 

   Fold in half vertically to form a neat square. Stacking the tablecloths will now be easy to do.

Tips & Warnings

• As you fold, you can lightly mist with a lavender or orange linen spray to freshen the fabric.

• Do not set the iron on too high of a setting, as you do not want to scorch the fabric.

References

• personal experience