Napkin Folding

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Every time I go to a fancy restaurant or event, I always admire the beautifully folded napkins. Well... now I can re-create the designs at home for myself. I always thought they were difficult to achieve, but with a bit of practice and patience, this book shows the techniques required to fold and tease the napkin into something simple, delicate or even a bit more adventurous.40 folded napkins are created. Every event is catered for and there is one for every mood. I discovered there is also something mindful about folded fabric, I loved the learning process and this is a book that makes it easy.Functional and decorative, these creations are a work of art.

• In all simplicity 4Fold it flat 6Pretty points 8Cutlery pouch 12Cravat points 16Flat knot 18All tied up 20A touch of romance 22Chic wallet 24Precious star 28A must-have 30Evening wear 40Lipstick 44So glamorous 48Square fold 50An elegant twist 54Small talk 56Minimalist 60Pretty in pleats 64Rising star 68Love hearts 74Pretty heart 76Hearts uplifted! 80Heart strings 82A good heart 84Oriental style 88Fan 90Chopsticks 92Kimono 96Sash style 102Furoshiki 104In the garden 106Lotus flower 108Tulip 112Rosebud 114The beating of wings 116Acanthus leaf 124City chic 126Special delivery 128Open book 132Pocket square 136Dressed for dinner 140Business lunch 144Sea air 146Small fry 148Double knot 154Hoist the flag 156Ahoy there! 158Acknowledgements 160