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Classic Cocktail and Dinner Napkins

This week we are dressing up our tables with cloth napkins! Not only can cloth napkins add an element of whimsy and sophistication, but they are eco-friendly and sustainable. This project is perfect for the larger scraps in your stash. We have curated a fun selection of napkin kits for any and all occasions. 

 

Finished Dimensions

Cocktail napkin: 9-1/2” x 9-1/2”
Dinner napkin: 16-1/2” x 16-1/2” 

Fabric Requirements

For each napkin you will need:

Cocktail: 10” x 20” (or two 10" x 10" pieces)

Dinner: 17” x 34” (or two 17" x 17" pieces)

Sewing Supplies and Notions

Point turner (optional)
Iron and ironing board
Cutting mat and rotary cutter
Ruler
Pins or Wonder Clips
Scissors
Sewing machine and good needle  ** Schmetz Microtex 70/10 needles are our preferred sewing needles for Liberty Tana Lawn®.
Coordinating thread  ** We use polyester thread for this project and prefer Mettler or Güttermann.

Hand-sewing needle

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: Cutting Your Napkin Fabrics

Press and cut your fabrics: 

Front Back
Cocktail napkin 10” x 10” 10” x 10"
Dinner napkin 17” x 17” 17” x 17” 

 

 

Step 2: Sewing Your Napkins

a) Pin or clip together the front and back pieces of your napkin (right sides facing).


b) Sew a 1/4 inch seam around the edge of the napkin, leaving a 2 inch opening on one of the straight sides.

 

c) Clip the corners to reduce bulk.

 

d) Flip the napkin right side out. A point turner can help to create crisp, clean corners. At the opening, fold the front and back fabric inside the napkin 1/4 inch and pin or clip to secure. Whip stitch or use an invisible stitch to close the opening. Give your napkin a good press.

 

e) Top stitch around the entire perimeter of the napkin. We recommend about a 1/4 inch inseam. Decorative stitches or embroidery can also add a nice touch.

 

Get creative with seasonal color palettes and enjoy!