How To Make A Bow Tie Napkin Fold
I’ve had so many questions about How to Make a Bow Tie Napkin Fold, so today, I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial on how to fold a napkin into a bow tie.
There are many creative ways to fold napkins to wow your guests at the dinner table. However, the bow tie is hard to beat. It’s just so darn cute.

Don’t miss this easy DIY Burlap Napkin Ring Tutorial.
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Instructions for a Bow Tie Napkin Fold
Begin with your napkin flat on the table with the right side down.
Then fold the napkin into a triangle.


Now fold the point of the triangle up, just past the center of the triangle.
Then fold the straight edge down to cover the point.


Now fold the straight edge down once again and turn the entire napkin over. You are now ready to fold a napkin into a bow tie.


How To Fold A Napkin Into A Bow Tie
For this next step, fold one end of the napkin over the top of your folded napkin. The amount folded should be more than 1/3 of the folded napkins length.
Next, fold the other end of the napkin over the top with approx. the same length as the first fold.


Gather your napkin ring and pinch the napkin in the center. Work the napkin into the ring until the ring is at the center of the folded area.


Finally, pull the tails down. One tail is exposed already and the other will need to be pulled from inside the fold.

Cute Folded Napkin
Make any adjustments to the bow and tails until you have an even bow tie.
These cute bunny napkin rings were a thrift store find, however, these are super cute as well.
In addition, I found these cute napkins, and I love these too.

Place on your table and wow your guests! You can see how I used the bow tie napkin fold on my Easter Brunch Table here.

click to shop the gorgeous napkins
Other Napkin Fold & Napkin Ring Ideas
- Tulip Napkin Fold
- Christmas Tree Napkin Fold
- DIY Leaf Pottery Barn Style Napkin Rings
- DIY Burlap Napkin Rings
- Foraged Twig Napkin Rings
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That’s adorable! Thanks for sharing!
Margie,
I’m so glad you like it.
This is so super cute!! How pretty for a table setting any time of the year!!
Love these bow tie napkins so much! Thanks, Rachel.
Dori,
Thanks so much for stopping by.
I’m so glad you shared this. I wanted to learn how to do it.
Stacy,
I’m so glad you like it.
This is just the cutest Rachel!
Thanks so much for sharing.
This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing!
Glad you like it Kim.