Finished Bunny Napkin Fold - a light pink napkin folded around a hard-boiled egg and tied with twine. The egg is decorated to look like a bunny face. The napkin forms the bunny ears.

How to Do a Bunny Napkin Fold

There’s something so satisfying about a beautifully set table, especially when it includes those extra little details that make a holiday meal feel special. And, when it comes to Easter brunch, what better way to elevate your tablescape than with an adorable bunny napkin fold? This simple yet elegant fold transforms ordinary napkins into charming bunny ears, adding a festive touch that guests of all ages will love.

Whether you’re hosting a big gathering or an intimate holiday meal, this napkin fold is a fun, easy way to effortlessly impress your guests. Plus, you can prep them ahead of time, so no need to worry about adding one more thing to your Easter morning to-do list. Now, let’s hop to it and get folding!

What You’ll Need

  • Square napkins, preferably cloth or paper
  • Twine or ribbon
  • Hard-boiled eggs
  • Marker

Instructions

Step 1

Step 1 of Bunny Napkin Fold Instructions - Napkin is laid out in a diamond shape. Around the napkin is a spool of twine and a completed bunny napkin.

Lay the napkin out, so it looks like a diamond. If you’re using a cloth napkin, iron it first to ensure crisp folds. This will help the bunny ears lay properly. Then, fold the bottom point of the napkin up to meet the top point, forming a triangle.

Step 2

Step 2 of Bunny Napkin Fold Instructions - Napkin is partially rolled down. Around the napkin is a spool of twine and a completed bunny napkin.

Step 2 cont. of Bunny Napkin Instructions - Napkin is completely rolled up to resemble a rope. Around the napkin is a spool of twine and a completed bunny napkin.

Starting from the top point of the triangle, roll the napkin downwards tightly.

Continue rolling until your napkin resembles a rope. If you’re using a striped napkin, this will create a fun, textured look for the ears!

Step 3

Step 3 of Bunny Napkin Instructions - Napkin is folded in half in a "u" shape. Around the napkin is a spool of twine and a completed bunny napkin.

Fold the rolled-up napkin in half so both ends are pointing up like bunny ears. Make sure both sides are even.

Step 4

Step 4 of Bunny Napkin Instructions - A hard-boiled egg is placed in the bottom of the "u" shape formed by the napkin. Around the napkin is a spool of twine and a completed bunny napkin.

Place a hard-boiled egg at the bottom of the “U” shape formed by the napkin. This will act as the bunny’s face.

Step 5

Step 5 of Bunny Napkin Fold Instructions - Napkin ends are tied together with twine above the egg. Around the napkin is a spool of twine and a completed bunny napkin.

Using twine or ribbon, tie the napkin ends together just above the top of the egg to secure the shape. Adjust the ears if needed to make them symmetrical.

Step 6

Finished Bunny Napkin Fold - a light pink napkin folded around a hard-boiled egg and tied with twine. The egg is decorated to look like a bunny face. The napkin forms the bunny ears.

Finish your bunnies off by drawing some cute faces on the eggs before placing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Store them like this until you’re ready to place them on your Easter table.

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