A simple sewing tutorial that shows you how to make cloth napkins. Quick, easy, and perfect for any occasion. This tutorial will create an 18" napkin. You can adjust to make any size you'd like.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Active Time5 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Yield: 118" napkin
Cost: varies
Equipment
sewing machine
pins
scissors
measuring tape
Materials
cotton fabric
Instructions
Cut out a 20" square of fabric for each napkin that you'd like to make.
Fold up each edge another 1/2" and press.
Fold up each corner.
Fold up each edge another 1/2" and press. This will create a mitered corner.
The corners should now look like this.
Add a pin to keep the corners in place.
Sew, close to the edge of the hem, on all 4 sides of the napkin.
Video
Notes
Cotton, linen, and lightweight home decor fabrics work well for making your own napkins. Machine wash and press, as necessary.