A napkin, whether it's paper or cloth, is important not only in
functionality, but in decor. Design, color and fabric all
need to be considered as part of an overall plan for kitchen and/or dining
room decor.
Purchasing a particular napkin, simply to test out a fabric, is not
uncommon. Many online kitchen linen stores will actually send a complementary napkin as a
sample... a prelude to purchasing something more expensive like a tablecloth.
A napkin, can be folded a number of unique and stylish ways, and there
is a whole art and science to napkin folding. Many upscale
restaurants have a range of techniques in napkin folding that must
learned as part of the training.
A napkin has not only functional value, but the fabric selection becomes
extremely important as well. Whether paper or linen, a napkin does
come in direct contact
with the skin. Not only must it be soft to the touch, a napkin
should also feel right in the hand... especially for fancier
occasions, such as weddings, anniversary parties, and upscale
restaurants.
Merchants that sell paper and/or cloth napkins, usually carry a full
compliment of kitchen linens including dish
towels, hand towels and tablecloths.
