Napkins: The art of folding, adorning and embellishing

by Andrea Spencer

Overview

A fascinating introduction charts the story of napery, its etiquette and fashions, followed by inspirational projects for folding, decorating and embellishing napkins. It includes styles and looks to suit every design theme and table concept, from a simple summery blue-and-white outdoor meal to shimmering flower-adorned napkins for a wedding. It shows you how to make all the classical napkin folds and includes step-by-step projects throughout with easy-to-follow diagrams for all the folds.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781903141960
Publisher:	Anness Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	07/16/2012
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 8.30(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Andrea Spencer is a very talented stylist who began her career as Home Editor on leading magazines and then became the Art Director for interior and home-style publications including Period Living, Homes & Garden and Ideal Home. She has also written and created the book series Interior Details and Seashore Style.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Napery, past and present 8

Napkins for Occasions 16

Decorated Napkins 32

Holding and Folding 46

Napkin Rings 72

Napkin Themes 86

Classical Napkin Folds 104

Stitch Directory 140

Napkin Folding Symbols 142

Templates 143

Index 144