10 Thanksgiving napkin folding ideas to elevate your dinner table

10 Thanksgiving napkin folding ideas to elevate your dinner table

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so add the finishing touch to your Thanksgiving dinner with these 10 Thanksgiving napkin folding ideas.

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Published: November 11, 2023 at 7:00 am

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you might be thinking about how to decorate your table for the big feast.

Napkins are a necessity for any feast, and they can be both practical and pretty. With our round-up of Thanksgiving napkin folding ideas, you’ll soon be adding the finishing touches to your table.

We’ve got napkin folding inspired by everything from turkeys and pumpkins to crowns and leaves! All these ideas will give your table the perfect fall-inspired look this Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving napkin folding ideas to perfect your dinner table

1. Turkey Thanksgiving napkin folding idea

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We’re off to a bang with the iconic turkey! Often the centre of the Thanksgiving meal, the turkey is a traditional symbol and a fun theme for your napkins.

With Chinet’s tutorial, you can quickly and easily learn how to make a turkey-shaped napkin, which will impress your guests, and make them giggle.


2. Pumpkin napkin folding idea

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These 3D pumpkin napkins are a fall dream! They will be a unique addition to your Thanksgiving feast and are sure to impress your family and friends.

You can get the full tutorial, plus a how-to video to follow over at A Table to Love.


3. Leaf napkin folding idea

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Leaves are an indication that fall is here! The leaves turn brown and scatter the streets with a quilt of orange hues.

Take inspiration from nature by creating these gorgeous leaf napkins by DIY Magazine.


4. Pinecone napkin folding idea

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With their intricate look and association with winter, pine cones make the ideal subject for your Thanksgiving napkins.

Follow Folding and Art Tutorial’s YouTube video and you’ll find an easy pine cone napkin folding guide.


5. Pine tree napkin folding idea

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For some, a Christmas tree might be a little too festive for a Thanksgiving table, but we simply had to include these classy tree napkins from Martha Stewart.

Head to their blog to find the simple tutorial, and make your table festive yet stylish.


6. Maple leaf Thanksgiving napkin folding

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We can’t forget the iconic maple leaf. It’s the perfect napkin fold for a Thanksgiving table and looks so pretty.

Follow along with Craftie’s YouTube video for the easiest method to make these.


7. Crown napkin folding idea for Thanksgiving table

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A crown is a classic napkin-folding technique and looks fabulous on a fall table. This napkin folding tutorial by Instructables is simple to follow and has a helpful video.


8. Elegant napkin folding idea for Thanksgiving

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If you want your Thanksgiving table to look classy and understated this napkin folding tutorial from eHow is for you!

Use orange and reds for your napkins, and finish with dried or fresh flowers for a gorgeous fall vibe.


9. Simple Thanksgiving napkin folding idea

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Keep it simple and sophisticated with an easy rolled linen napkin with a cardboard napkin ring.

On Sutton Place has free printable napkin rings with lovely Thanksgiving sentiments written on them.

It’s a quick and easy way to elevate your Thanksgiving table this year.


10. Beautiful bow Thanksgiving napkin folding

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Celebrate Thanksgiving with beautiful bow napkins. This tutorial from Fraiche Living uses pink napkins, but for a more autumnal feel try using oranges, reds and yellows.


Make your fall table shine with these Thanksgiving napkin folding ideas

Whether you choose to keep your table simple and understated or go big and bold there’s something to suit everyone’s table in our round-up.

These napkin folding ideas will add the ideal finishing touch to your Thanksgiving table decor.

Keep the Thanksgiving crafting coming

If you’re looking for even more ways to make Thanksgiving homemade, take a look at our Thanksgiving craft ideas that will make your home stand out this season.

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