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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Fold a Napkin Into the Basic Silverware Pouch PDF download Download Article Explore this Article Steps Steps Other Sections Questions & Answers Video Tips and Warnings Things You'll Need Related Articles References Reviewed by Tami Claytor

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This article was reviewed by Tami Claytor. Tami Claytor is an Etiquette Coach, Image Consultant, and the Owner of Always Appropriate Image and Etiquette Consulting in New York, New York. With over 20 years of experience, Tami specializes in teaching etiquette classes to individuals, students, companies, and community organizations. Tami has spent decades studying cultures through her extensive travels across five continents and has created cultural diversity workshops to promote social justice and cross-cultural awareness. She holds a BA in Economics with a concentration in International Relations from Clark University. Tami studied at the Ophelia DeVore School of Charm and the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned her Image Consultant Certification. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 390,933 times.

The basic silverware pouch is a very simple napkin fold suitable for any informal occasion. This folded napkin can hold cutlery or chopsticks, creating a neat and finished look on your set table.

Easy Napkin Folding for Cutlery

Illustration of a step-by-step diagram showing how to fold a napkin for cutlery.
  1. Fold the napkin into quarters to make a smaller square.
  2. Fold the top layer downward diagonally.
  3. Flip the napkin and fold the right side to the center.
  4. Repeat the prior step for the other side.
  5. Flip the napkin over and insert your silverware into the fold.

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Fold a Napkin Into the Basic Silverware Pouch 1 Fold the napkin into fourths. You can do this by folding the napkin in half, and then folding it in half again.[1]
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Fold a Napkin Into the Basic Silverware Pouch 2 Take the first layer on top of the napkin, and fold it diagonally.[2] Advertisement
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Fold a Napkin Into the Basic Silverware Pouch 3 Flip the napkin over.[3]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Fold a Napkin Into the Basic Silverware Pouch 4 Fold the right side of the napkin almost halfway to the center.[4] Then, press it down flat.
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Fold a Napkin Into the Basic Silverware Pouch 5 Repeat the previous step for the other side.[5]
  6. Watermark wikiHow to Fold a Napkin Into the Basic Silverware Pouch 6 Flip the napkin over.[6] You'll now see a neat fold in place. Insert your silverware/chopsticks and you're all set.
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  • Question What size is the napkin in the video? Edith Edith Top Answerer It doesn’t matter. You can use any size napkin for this. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 3 Helpful 1
  • Question My fork and knife are really big, so how can I make it bigger? Edith Edith Top Answerer You can’t make the napkin bigger, but try using a dessert fork and spoon. Knives don’t come in smaller sizes, so use a dessert spoon instead. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 0 Helpful 1
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  • Be gentle while folding. Thanks Helpful 6 Not Helpful 7
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  1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKvE3kG_LPk
  2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKvE3kG_LPk
  3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKvE3kG_LPk
  4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKvE3kG_LPk
  5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKvE3kG_LPk
  6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKvE3kG_LPk

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Tami Claytor Reviewed by: Tami Claytor Etiquette Coach This article was reviewed by Tami Claytor. Tami Claytor is an Etiquette Coach, Image Consultant, and the Owner of Always Appropriate Image and Etiquette Consulting in New York, New York. With over 20 years of experience, Tami specializes in teaching etiquette classes to individuals, students, companies, and community organizations. Tami has spent decades studying cultures through her extensive travels across five continents and has created cultural diversity workshops to promote social justice and cross-cultural awareness. She holds a BA in Economics with a concentration in International Relations from Clark University. Tami studied at the Ophelia DeVore School of Charm and the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned her Image Consultant Certification. This article has been viewed 390,933 times. 69 votes - 84% Co-authors: 11 Updated: October 31, 2025 Views: 390,933 Categories: Featured Articles | Tableware In other languages Russian Japanese
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