Napkin Folding Bird of Paradise Floral Chintz napkins with this pretty fold are perfect for a summer tea party in the garden. Fold the napkin in half left to right and in half again top to bottom. Place in front of you with the open corners pointing upwards. Fold the first layer down and pleat if four times. Repeat with the second layer, placing this above the first layer of pleats press. Turn the napkin so the pleats are vertical. Fold the napkin in half with the pleats on the outside and arrange on a plate.