- The Classic Fold
It’s easy and it’s classic. This fold is perfect for a slightly casual occasion or to show off squares with contrasting borders. If your square has hand rolled edges, do your folding slightly asymmetrically to get a nice layered effect.
- Lay the square flat.
- Fold in half vertically.
- Fold in half horizontally to return to a square shape.
- Fold vertically once more to fit the width of your breast pocket.
- The Square Fold
Let a hint of white or colour peek out with this clean look, it’s suitable for business or formal occasions and looks best with solid colours.
- Lay the square flat.
- Fold one side over vertically to about ⅓ of the width.
- Fold the other side over to make the folded width the same as your breast pocket.
- Fold the two ends inwards
- Fold the entire square horizontally so it’s approximately the depth of your pocket.
You may want to tuck a small piece of cardboard, cut to slightly smaller than the size of your folded square, into the fabric to keep the square crisply peeking out at the right height.
- The One Point Fold
This symmetrical triangle is equally suited for business or casual and works great with a variety of different squares from solid to patterned.
- Lay the square flat.
- Fold diagonally so you have a triangle.
- Fold both corners vertically inwards to the center below the triangle’s peak. The width should be about the same as your pocket.
- Slide into your pocket so the rectangular portion disappears, leaving the triangle visible.
- The Two Point Fold
This is a great fold for crisper cotton and fabrics that will hold the points easily.
- Lay your square flat.
- Fold the bottom up diagonally, the bottom corner should sit slightly left of the top corner.
- Fold the left side towards the right about ⅓ of the width.
- Fold the right side inwards, so the bottom is approximately the width of your pocket.
- Tuck square into your pocket and adjust the peaks so both are visible.
- The Three Point Fold
This slightly dressier than the one point or two point folds, requiring symmetry for a clean and sophisticated look. You may find that a stiffer fabric keeps the sharp edges better but it’s a versatile fold that works well with prints or solids and can work with soft silk squares.
- Lay your square flat.
- Fold the bottom up diagonally, the bottom corner should sit slightly left of the top corner.
- Fold the left side towards the right so the corner sits slightly to the right and in line with the middle peak.
- Fold the right side straight across the left.
- Tuck square into your pocket and adjust so the three peaks are equally spaced.
- The Four Point Fold
- Lay your square flat.
- Fold the bottom up diagonally, the bottom corner should sit slightly left of the top corner. Adjust so the spacing between them looks how you’d like them to appear.
- Fold the left side towards the right so the corner sits slightly to the right and in line with the middle peaks
- Fold the right side towards the left so the corner sits slightly to the left and in line with the middle peak.
- Tuck square into your pocket and adjust so the peaks are still equally spaced.
- The Puff
This fold is a go-to for many, blending visual punch with ease. It looks great with everything and you can adjust and find your perfect technique.
- Lay your square flat.
- Pinch the center and lift up.
- Form a ring with your hand and draw the square through almost to the bottom, letting the square fold into itself gently.
- Fold the pointed edges over and tuck it into your pocket.
- Fluff and adjust to your liking.
- The Winged Puff
Dig the angles of the single point but want the volume of the puff? This fold is for you!
- Lay your square flat.
- Fold the square diagonally down the middle so the points are facing downwards.
- Fold the outside corners in so they meet at the middle peak.
- Fold the bottom and side corners (the ones with the hems, not folded peak) inwards, creating an envelope shape.
- Tuck into your pocket so only the pointed peak and fold are visible, allow them to settle into a slightly puffed dome.
- The Crown Fold
Have you mastered the puff? Turn it upside down and you’ve got this one down too!
- Start as you would with the puff fold
- Rather than tuck the pointed edges, fold the rounded peak over and tuck it into your pocket.
- The character from this fold comes from it’s imperfection. Tags are taking it a little too far though – make sure you cautiously trim off any tags before attempting this fold!
- The Scallop Fold
This decorative organic fold is a great choice for weddings and other celebrations; it’s great for colourful and silky fabrics!
- Lay your square flat.
- Fold the square diagonally, bringing one corner up to meet the opposite corner to create a triangle.
- Fold the triangle in half, creating a smaller triangle.
- Lift gently and curl one of the doubled corner in at a slight angle without folding or creasing.
- Repeat with the other corner, placing it on top of the first corner. This should create a slight funnel shape on the top.
- Tuck the triangular point into your pocket, continuing to tuck the fold until only the tops are visible, creating a scalloped shape.
- The Dunaway
Can’t decide between a crown and a puff fold? This fold is the best of both worlds, perfect for prints or paisley silks for special occasions.
- Lay the square flat.
- Pinch the center and lift up.
- Form a ring with your hand and draw the square through almost to the bottom, letting the square fold into itself gently.
- Roll the top of the peak down towards the pointed ends.
- Lift the corners around the roll.
- Tuck into your pocket so both the puffed roll and the points are showing.
- The Flower Fold
Ready to show off? The flower fold makes a statement but can unique addition to your arsenal.
- Form a ring with your hand and place the square over it.
- Push the square down into the ring and grasp the peak.
- While holding the fabric in place, twist clockwise to create the petal-like pleats.
References:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFy00ZFDr34
https://mrderk.com/style/8231
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