Fabulous Folds

by Stephen Chou

Table linens are an attractive part of every table setting. Displaying them with élan will entice your customers to say: "I'll take it just like that!"

Heart Shape

Retailer Stephen Chou of Bumblebee Linens in Santa Clara, CA, walks us through the basic techniques of napkin folding. He demonstrates the heart style here—just in time for your Valentine's Day displays.

1. Iron the napkin flat.
2. Fold the napkin in half.
3. Fold the napkin in half again.
4. Fold the right hand side up vertically. Repeat with the left side.
5. Shape the heart by tucking the center flaps under.
6. Finish by tucking the corner flaps underneath.