Short answer: embroider small holiday designs or names on a corner of each napkin, at both ends of a table runner, and on the corner of placemats. Use tearaway or wash-away on cotton and linen.
Placement Guide
| Item | Design size | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Napkin | 2 to 3 in | Corner, about 1.5 in from the edges |
| Placemat | 3 to 4 in | Bottom corner |
| Table runner | 5×7 | Both ends, about 3 in from the hem |
Ideas
- Guest names on napkins
- Family initials
- Small trees, stars or holly
- A short holiday saying on the runner
Short sayings: Merry Christmas. For heirloom-quality results on linen, use wash-away stabilizer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I embroider a napkin?
On one corner, about 1.5 inches in from both edges.
What stabilizer works on linen?
Wash-away for a clean back, or light tearaway.
How big should napkin designs be?
About 2 to 3 inches.
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