12.09.2021 - Table Napkin Folding

TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING
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DECEMBER 6, 2021
Table Napkin or Serviettes
A table napkin or serviette is a rectangular cloth or paper used at the table

for wiping the lips fingers and protects the clothes while eating. It is usually small
and folded. Napkins may be of the same color as tablecloths, or in a color that
blends with the decor of the restaurant. Napkins should be spotlessly clean and
well-pressed.
FUNCTION OF TABLE NAPKIN
1. Table napkins serve a very practical function and they can be decorative
as well.
2. They can be used to wipe food and drink from the mouth and face, or they
can be placed in the lap or under the chin to protect clothes while eating.
3. Napkins can also serve as coasters when setting down a drink or soak up
small spills at the table. Napkins can also cover an occasional cough, but
etiquette dictates they should not be used for blowing your nose at the
table.
TYPES OF TABLE NAPKIN
1. Cloth napkins are often referred to as linen napkins, although they may
be made from a variety of fabrics, such as cotton, polyester, twill, damask
or blends of several materials.
2. Paper napkins are disposable, making them convenient for everyday use
and used with small children.
STANDARD SIZE OF TABLE NAPKIN
1. Dinner – 20 x 20 inches (perfect square)

2. Luncheon/Breakfast – 16 x 16 inches
3. Tea napkin – 9 to 10 inches at all sides
4. Cocktail napkin – 6 to 7 inches at all sides
Factors to Consider in Selecting Proper Table Napkin Folding
Dining room is better served using the correct style and size of napkin fold,
and the right color in respect of the room décor. As the objective of creating a
beautiful napkin fold is to enhance table presentation and create a harmonious
atmosphere, there are things to consider in selecting proper style of table napkin.
Every case is different as it depends a great deal on the circumstances. For
example, the location of the venue, the occasion of the celebration, the choice of
napkin fold, the shape of the glass and above all, individual taste, style and
ambiance.
1. Height of Ceiling – high standing napkins are more appropriate in rooms

where the ceiling is high and vice versa. However, if the view from the
dining
room window or balcony is a gift of nature or picturesque view, it is not
advisable to use a napkin design that conflicts with that view. Obviously,
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this principle is not applicable to special events where a suitable napkin
fold honors the purpose of the formal occasion. In a restaurant situation
uniformity between all tables is very important.
2. Style of décor in the Dining Area – if the dining room and table setting is
quite unconventional in its style of decor, a plain napkin fold will be more
suitable to enhance the modern look, where as an elaborate fold would be
more appropriate in a retro style of setting.
3. Table Surface - should the dining room table have a glass top or a highly
polished surface (e.g. shiny and sliding tablecloth), you may find certain
table
napkin designs that will hold it shape. There is no shortage of designs to
choose from to overcome this situation.
4. Folded Napkin in a Glass – a folded napkin in a glass has no doubt that

can create a magnificent visual effect to the entire dining area.
Basic Style of Table Napkin Folds
 Bird Paradise
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 Pyramid Napkin Fold
 Candle Napkin Fold
 Bishop Hat Napkin Fold
 Crown Napkin Fold
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 Standing Fan Napkin Fold
 Fan in the Goblet Napkin Fold
 Rose Napkin Fold
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 Lotus Napkin
 Banana Napkin fold
PERFORMANCE TASK
Directions:
After practicing the different style of table napkins, perform the following table
napkin folds/styles. Ensure to document your performance while folding the
napkins. Paste your printed pictures/output in your activity notebook after each
required style of napkins.
Required table napkin folds/styles:
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1. Standing Fan 4. Pyramid 7. Banana
2. Bishop Hat 5. Standing Candle 8. Rose
3. Birds of Paradise 6. Crown 9. Fan in the
Goblet
10. Candle
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TABLE NAPKIN FOLDING

A table napkin or serviette is a rectangular cloth or paper used at the table

FUNCTION OF TABLE NAPKIN

TYPES OF TABLE NAPKIN

STANDARD SIZE OF TABLE NAPKIN

1. Dinner – 20 x 20 inches (perfect square)

Factors to Consider in Selecting Proper Table Napkin Folding

1. Height of Ceiling – high standing napkins are more appropriate in rooms

uniformity between all tables is very important.

4. Folded Napkin in a Glass – a folded napkin in a glass has no doubt that

Basic Style of Table Napkin Folds

 Candle Napkin Fold

 Bishop Hat Napkin Fold

 Crown Napkin Fold

 Fan in the Goblet Napkin Fold

 Rose Napkin Fold

 Banana Napkin fold

Required table napkin folds/styles:

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