Bat napkins are a fun and festive addition to your Halloween table, and it’s easy to fold black cloth napkins into bat shapes. Follow the steps in this picture tutorial to set up a bat-tastic themed table!
Festive Touch for Your Table
Are you looking to add a spooky touch to your next Halloween gathering or vampire-themed party? Why not impress your guests by learning to fold napkins into bat shapes? This simple yet creative 8-step napkin-folding technique will add an eerie and festive vibe to your table setting.
Supplies
I used black 20-inch napkins (approximately 51 centimeters) because they have a larger working surface, and the finished shape will fit nicely across a dinner plate. Each bat uses one napkin. Optional: self-adhesive crystal rhinestones for eyes.
Eight Steps to Fold Napkins into Bats
Step 1 Bat Napkins
Use an iron or your hands to smooth the napkins and remove any stubborn wrinkles. A few wrinkles are ok, as you can see from the one below!
Step 2
Fold the napkin diagonally to form a triangle.
Step 3 Bat Napkins
Fold the napkin again to make a smaller triangle.
Step 4
Fold up the pointed bottom so that 2 or 3 inches (5-7.5 centimeters) extend past the long flat side of the napkin.
Step 5 Bat Napkins
Turn under about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 centimeters) of the point.
Step 6
Place a finger on the bottom middle of the napkin. Fold up a wing on the left side.
Step 7 Bat Napkins
Fold up a wing on the right side. Smooth the wings so they lie flat.
Step 8
Using your finger, press slightly downward and pull out to make a small indentation in the middle of the “head.”
Optional
- Add self-adhesive clear crystal rhinestones for eyes.
- Experiment with other napkin colors to match your Halloween party!
You can easily transform plain black napkins into adorable bat shapes with these simple steps. This creative and fun idea will be a conversation starter and add a memorable touch to your event.
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