Best Damask Napkins of 2025

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the best fabric for napkins?

Note: It's best to use 100% cotton or linen as they will be most absorbent, but a blend with at least 80% natural fiber will work too and will require less ironing. Before doing anything else, wash and dry your chosen fabric on the settings you would normally use for linens.

2. What material is best for reusable napkins?

Woven cotton is the classic choice for handmade DIY cloth napkins because it is durable, absorbent and provides a soft touch to the skin. You can also safely wash it with your laundry and will look great every time. Quilted cotton is the best choice if you want to make double sided napkins.

3. Which is better linen or cotton napkins?

Cotton is soft, absorbent, and generally cheaper than linen, whereas linen — which is made from flax — is more durable and tends to feel a bit more luxurious. So if you find a set of napkins that costs considerably more than another, chances are it's linen.

4. Do you have to iron linen napkins?

This trick for ironing table linens will change your life, since this trick doesn't even require an iron. All you need to do is lay the tablecloth and other table linens on the table the night before. Sprinkle them with water, smooth out the wrinkles with your hands and leave them to dry through the night.