Napkin Folding: 44 Ways to Turn a Square of Linen into a Work of Art

With easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations, Napkin Folding shows you how to create ingenious napkin fold for every tabletop occasion. Forty-four unique designs include:

• The Lily — elegant when fanned out in a stemmed glass.

• The French Fold — insert a place card or menu between the folds.

• The Palm Leaf — perfect for showing off your napkin–ring collection.

• The Gondola — ideal for serving breakfast or fruit.

James Ginders, who has a repertoire of more than 180 folds, rates each one by degree of difficulty, ranging from elementary to advanced, and also indicates which folds can be done with paper napkins as well as linen.

This handy practical guide will help you add that special finishing touch to your entertaining table.