Napkin

Folding
Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, the
learners were able to:
 Identify the different styles of
napkin folding
 Demonstrate the different styles
in napkin folding
 Value the importance of the
napkin folding styles
Napkin – refers to ”CLOTH”
used for wiping the mouth and
covering the lap to protect
clothing.
Serviette – refers to “PAPER
NAPKIN” used for wiping the
mouth and fingers while eating.
 Napkin Etiquettes
Rule 1: When you’re given a
napkin, use it. Don’t let it sit
beside your plate.
Rule 2: Wait for the host to pick
up and unfold his napkin before
you do the same with yours.
Rule 3: If the napkin is larger than
your lap, fold it such that it just covers
your lap.
Rule 4: Don’t wait for the food to be
served before you open your napkin.
Rule 5: Should you have to leave the
table during the meal, leave the napkin,
loosely folded, on your seat or the table
to the left of your plate.
Napkin Folding
It is placed on the table of the
guest’s use to contribute to the
presentation of the cover and the
whole dining environment. How
napkin is presented depends on
the type of establishment and the
type of service.
 Importance of Napkin
Folding
• It enhances the presentation of
your dining table or dining area.
• It creates a more harmonious
and inviting atmosphere that
inspires and lights up guest’s
moods.
Different Styles of
Napkin Folds
Pyramid Napkin Fold
1. Fold the napkin in
half diagonally.
2. Fold corners to meet
the top point.
3. Turn the napkin over
and fold it in half.
4. Pick up at the center
and stand on the
triangle’s base.
Candle Napkin Fold
1. Fold the napkin in half
diagonally.
2. Fold down base.
3. Turn the napkin over
and roll from bottom to
top.
4. Tuck corners inside the
cuff at the base of the
fold and stand.
5. Turn one layer of point
down and set on base.
Twin Candle Napkin Fold
This napkin roll is easy
and elegant. Use it to
spruce up a table with a
flat landscape. This fold
requires no ironing,
starching, or pressing.
Stiff material will help
larger napkins stand up
without sagging.
The Standing Fan Napkin Fold

Elegant and decorative,

this is a classic napkin
folding technique.
The Rose Napkin Fold
Despite looking fairly
elaborate, this fold is an
easy one, and it can be
done with almost any
variety of napkin.
Display small bowls or
glasses on top of these,
or use them as novelty
cocktail napkins.
Rose Napkin Fold
1. Fold all 4 corners of open
napkin to center.
2. Fold new corners to
center.
3. Turn napkin over and fold
all corners to center.
4. Holding center firmly,
reach each corner and pull
up to form petals. Reach
petals and pull flaps
underneath.
Silverware Napkin Folding

This is a basic silverware

napkin folding meant
for keeping Flatware
like Knives, Fork, Spoon
etc.