Use The Simple Art of Napkin Folding to duplicate those beautiful napkin folds you've admired at elegant restaurants and memorable events. It's easy with Linda Hetzer's detailed step-by-step directions and illustrations. Using cloth or paper napkins, create standing triangular-shaped folds (the "Tavern") for dinner parties. A few accordion pleats transforms a piece of cloth into the "Poinsettia." Need festive ideas for a children's birthday party? Make "Sailboats" or "Paper Airplanes." Graduate to more intricate designs that combine napkins with silverware, flowers, and wineglasses.Special features includeA stain removal guide for heirloom linens and synthetic fabricsEasy-to-follow instructions for making napkin ringsGraphs for embroidering initials on napkinsInstructions for stenciling your own napkinsFilled with inspired ideas, The Simple Art of Napkin Folding turns any square of fabric into a work of art.