How to Fold Bat Napkins

by elyn_ryn

It is easy to fold black cloth napkins into bat shapes to make bat napkins, adding a fun and festive touch to your Halloween table. Follow the steps in this picture tutorial to create 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

Iron or use your hands to smooth the napkins to remove any stubborn wrinkles. A few wrinkles are ok as you can see from the one below!

Step 2 Bat Napkins

Fold the napkin diagonally to form a triangle.

Step 3 Bat Napkins

Fold the napkin again to make a smaller triangle.

Step 4 Bat Napkins

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 Bat Napkins

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 Bat Napkins

Using your finger, press slightly downward and pull out to make a small indention 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.