Napkin Crafts

Inspired by the cuff of a seersucker shirt, these napkin rings feature an ornamental button, but close in a snap. 

Dress up the party table with these decorative napkins, unique napkin rings, and festive folding ideas.

A perfect bow on each plate is a fun way to spiff up a plain napkin and give party guests a gift of their own. Spread a dinner napkin out, lying flat. Fold opposite sides in so they meet at the center. Then fold again at the center to form a narrow, ribbonlike shape. Next, fold short ends in so they meet at the center. Cinch in the middle with a ribbon in a coordinating color, and glue at back.

For a custom touch, rubber-stamp white paper napkins using a metallic-ink pad.

Twist metallic or colorful pipe cleaners into letters to make unforgettable napkin rings.

Seersucker is always fitting for a warm-weather party, and these napkins are no exception. The classic fabric is inexpensive and available at almost any cloth store, so you can mix and match a few colors.

Make the party table instantly fun by embellishing hemstitched napkins with silver or lavender fabric paint, satin cords, and starlike dried sweetgum fruit.

Brighten up the party table with pom-pom napkins in citrus shades.

For these elegant eyelet napkin rings, lay 6-inch-long trim on 5 3/4-inch ribbon; align ends, with eyelet inside; sew with 1/4-inch seam allowance. Turn right side out.

Your guests will be delighted to find cut flowers tucked into their napkins. To keep the blooms from wilting during the bash, slip the stems into little vials of water (available at floral shops). To fold the napkin, lay it on a flat surface, and fold in half widthwise so the folded edge is near you. Fold the top layer back down halfway. Turn the napkin over, and fold the edges into the center. Finish by folding the napkin in half.

Dress up everyday linens with nature-inspired Scandinavian patterns for a unique party table setting.

Use a bamboo pole to make sturdy napkin rings for your party.

Make lovely cloth napkins out of your worn oxford shirts -- not only will they look great on your party table, they'll reduce the need for paper products.

Use origami to make playful cuffs that spiff up paper napkins at a picnic or party.

All you need is a cotton linen or square napkin to give your party guests something pleasant to behold -- and unroll.

These napkin rings are a breeze to make. Use boat snaps (available at boating stores) and an off-white cord.

Give your party a beachy touch by ironing our vintage shell designs onto light-colored linens.

Turn casual table linens into holders for breadsticks, a flower, or utensils. Fold the bottom edge of a napkin up to the middle. Fold the bottom up again on top of itself. Then fold the two sides to meet in back. Fold in sides again, and place the napkin on the table. Tuck goodies into the front pocket.

Add delicate beauty to your party napkins by fashioning napkin ties from cornhusk flowers.

Personalize each place setting with faux-flowers and crepe paper napkin rings.

Give little party animals fun napkin shapes using our templates.

Perk up your party table setting with stray buttons. To turn a cluster of Bakelite buttons into an eye-catching napkin ring, cut a 6-inch-long piece of 1 1/4-inch-wide elastic. Hand-stitch the ends together, and sew on enough buttons to completely cover the elastic. 

Transform a disposable aluminum tray into shiny napkin rings that will stand out on the party table.

Use a bandanna and a simple folding technique to make fun pinwheel napkins.

Set your table with napkin rings as unique as your guests. For each ring, fold a 6-inch length of fabric ribbon in half, right sides facing, and sew ends together with a 1/4-inch seam allowance. Turn the rings right side out, and slip them around rolled napkins.

Give your party table a one-of-a-kind look by block-printing charming leaf and flower designs.

Create an elegant party setting with a blooming pinecone and ribbon.

Add a twist to the party table with a rose-inspired napkin arrangement made using square napkins and a tumbler.

Using a daisy fan punch and decorative paper, you can make festive and sophisticated napkin rings.