DIY Projects & Crafts Lotus Napkin Fold Also called the water lily or the artichoke, this is one of the best-known napkin folds and will be familiar to anyone who ever made a paper fortune teller as a child. Use it to present dinner napkins or to surround a roll, a party favor, or a flower. By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on February 13, 2011 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Victor Schrager Pale-pink napkins are often used for special occasions instead of the traditional white or cream. Tools and Materials Linen napkins Lotus Napkin Fold How-To 1. Fold a dinner napkin in half diagonally both ways, pressing to crease; press all folds as you go. Open the napkin, and then fold all four corners to the center, creating a square. 2. Flip the napkin over, and fold the corners to meet at the center. 3. With a finger pressing down on the center of napkin, reach underneath and pull up the flap at each corner to create the lotus petals. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit