The Simple Art of Napkin Folding (Hardcover)

~ (Author) "Fancifully folded napkins, no matter how sim done, improve the look of any table, whether the occasion is formal or a family meal.l..." (more)
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Product Description

From formal sit-down dinners to everyday family meals to festive party buffets, artfully folded napkins are certain to delight, enchant, and enhance any occasion. No matter how simply or intricately done, elegant and creative napkin folds transform meals into celebrations. From quick-and-easy folds to intricate two-napkin creations, The Simple Art o Napkin Folding offers step-by-step directions and illustrations that take you through nearly 100 easy-to-make projects:

Namecard folds -the Diamond, the Fortunella, the Cathedral, and the Wedding Ring

Party-favor folds -the Algonquin, the Pyramid, the Flower Basket, and the Phoenix

Novel centerpieces -Preening Peacocks, Birds -of-Paradise, Swans

Breadbasket folds -the Artichoke and the Breadbasket

Children's-party folds -pinwheels, sailboats, animal faces, paper airplanes, and party hats, all simple enough for children to do themselves, and ideal party activities You'll also learn how to create accessories such as bottle coasters, placemats, and trivets. Included are many other helpful tips: Easy-to-follow instructions for making napkin rings Graphs for embroidering initials on napkins Instructions for painting or stenciling your own napkins for holidays and special occasions Even a guide for removing stains from heirloom linens and synthetic fabrics alike Filled with delightful and inspiring ideas, The Simple Art of Napkin Folding turns any square of fabric into a work of art.

About the Author

Linda Hetzer is the author of Successful Entertaining, Fancy Folds, and the Illustrated Crafts series and a contributor to the Reader's Digest Complete Guide to Needlework.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Hearst Books (May 20, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0688102808
• ISBN-13: 978-0688102807
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #696,911 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book!, July 5, 2002

A Kid's Review

When you buy a napkin folding book, you expect for it to just have folds. This one is the best because it goes beyond that. It has many folds, from simple to very intricate, and they are catogorized, which makes it very easy to find what you want. The pictures make it easy to understand how to fold the napkin. In additon to napkin folds, it also shows you how to use napkins to make a wine bottle coaster, a place mat, and many more things. In the back there are instructions showing how to make your own napkins, napkin rings, and also how to embroider initials on napkins. There is also an Index of Folds, which lists all the different folds in alphabetical order. It tells which page they are on, if they are flat or standing, what type of napkin you should make them out of, how big the napkin should be, and how hard the fold is. In the front there is a stain removal chart. The Simple Art of Napkin Folding is great for anyone.

59 of 62 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Simple Art of Napkin Folding: 94 Fancy Folds for Every T, December 11, 1999

By A Customer

This book was very clear and precise. It is great for the novice or beginner, even a child can learn how to fold napikins with the great colorful picture diagrams.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars easy to follow, November 3, 2006

By	T. Burgess (Tulsa, OK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Simple Art of Napkin Folding: 94 Fancy Folds for Every Tabletop Occasion (Paperback)

I bought this book after considering several others on line, and now I won't need to buy another. I wanted something that was easy to understand and follow to make the dinner table a little something special for my wife after she comes home from work. Having dinner ready was just not enough for me, and thought about the napkin presentation. This book has more than you will ever need, and each one is clearly drawn out and easy to understand. Money well worth spent.