If you are hosting a holiday meal or any other type of feast this year, you’ll agree that having the right tablescape is important. And an unforgettable place setting serves as the backdrop of many conversations and memories amongst your special guests – friends and family. Once you have figured out the menu, your table should look just as inviting as the meal itself. To achieve the perfect table design, you can switch things up by using African print napkins to match your table runner or linens.
Napkins are one of those that could be easily taken for granted because they are often used as protection from food spills and for patting the mouth clean but they are such an integral piece of the dining experience and cannot be overlooked as a decorative statement. Selecting a beautiful set of napkins can add some visual interest to your table setting and it will complement all other elements nicely.
Choosing a style for your folded napkins is important and it can be dependent on a particular theme or season. There are many choices to choose from depending on how you actually plan to place your tableware and cutlery. Below are 10 ways to fold a napkin for the perfect holiday or event table. The first three napkins are available for purchase via Reflektion Design. They would also serve as perfect pieces on your holiday table or as nice gifts for someone else.
Leaf Napkin Fold
Envelope Fold
Heart Napkin Fold
Fan Napkin Fold
Roll Napkin Fold
Flower Napkin Fold
Bow Napkin Fold
Pyramid Napkin Fold
Pocket Napkin Fold
Double Pocket Fold
Using the styles highlighted, you can create your own perfect tablescape. For napkin colour and style inspiration, be sure to check out the tableware section of the Reflektion Design online shop. You will find tons of vibrant napkin designs just for the holidays. And finally, you should also consider the bone napkin rings as the most ideal accessory that can take the look of your napkin fold to new levels.
Reflektion Design’s bone napkin rings are distinctly African and will usher in that entire vibe to your dining experience. Each ring is carefully hand-carved in Kenya from upcycled cow bone, which is then bleached and dyed using a traditional batik process involving wax and plant-based dyes. The rings have a rich brown hue with unique markings. They complement the napkins very nicely and are sold in sets of 4 – shop here.
You have everything it takes to literally “wow” your dinner guests this holiday. Besides napkins, note that the shop also carries other types of tableware, such as spoons, bowls, baskets and serving trays which would also come in handy and will be important for pulling your tablescape together. As a result, the print napkins will eventually become not just the perfect icing on the cake and also the cherry on top!
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