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30 Step-by-step Napkin Folds

By Bridget Jones
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30 Step-by-step Napkin Folds by Bridget Jones is a comprehensive guide to creating elegant and creative napkin and table displays for any occasion. It features over 30 designs ranging from simple triangles and rolls to intricate flowers and decorative pockets. Each fold is explained with clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by over 200 inspirational photographs. Beyond folding, the book offers tips on decorating napkins using stencils, cross stitch, applique, and fresh herbs, alongside additional table decorating ideas such as napkin rings and floral arrangements. Whether classic or innovative, the projects reveal professional techniques for producing stunning, stylish table settings.
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This book is ideal for enthusiasts of arts and culture, home entertainers, and anyone interested in elevating their table presentation skills. It suits beginners and more experienced folders who appreciate detailed visual guidance and professional tips on napkin folding and table decoration.

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The art of napkin folding has soared in popularity in recent years. Beautifully folded napkins add elegance and style to even the simplest of table settings, and will always delight and amaze your guests. This book reveals the secrets of perfect napkin

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30 Step-by-step Napkin Folds by Bridget Jones shows how to create special napkin and table displays for every occasion, featuring over 200 inspirational photographs.

This book includes beautiful napkin folds for every entertaining occasion, with both classic designs and innovative new ideas. It begins with easy techniques such as creating simple triangles and rolls, then advances to more complex folds like diagonal pockets and intricate flowers. Additionally, it features elegant ways of decorating napkins with stencils, cross stitch designs, appliqué, and fresh herbs.

Projects include the Wave, Japanese Pleat, Flickering Flames, Lover's Knot, Decorative Pocket, Fanned Bow, Bishop's Hat, Willow-twig Napkin Rings, and many more. Professional secrets are revealed, showing how to fold and decorate napkins to commercial catering standards. The book is illustrated with over 200 stunning photographs, with each project shown in step-by-step detail.

This is a delightful handbook for successful table decorating. The art of napkin folding has soared in popularity in recent years. Beautifully folded napkins add elegance and style to even the simplest of table settings and will always delight and amaze your guests.

30 Step-by-step Napkin Folds reveals the secrets of perfect napkin folding through step-by-step projects. There are more than 30 beautiful designs to choose from, including classics such as the Spreading Fan, Rolled Napkins, and Water Lily, as well as a range of original and innovative ideas such as the Sailboat, GI Cap, and Elf's Boot. The instructions are easy to follow, with each sequence concluding with an attractive photograph of the finished fold.

The book also offers a range of superb practical table decorating projects, including napkin rings, floral displays, and many other design ideas. It is the perfect guide for anyone wishing to create their own stunning table settings at home.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780754827177

Publisher: Anness Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 November 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Lorenz Books

Illustration: over 200 photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Bridget Jones has written over 50 books and loves to entertain. She believes that creating the right ambience is always important, whether the occasion is a grand buffet or an informal supper with friends. Madeleine Brehaut is a photographic stylist and hand model who specializes in food and craft subjects. Her work regularly appears in home magazines, and she has also styled a number of food and craft books.

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