The Big Book of Knots. 420 knots, tools, and weaving techniques

Tying knots is an ancient and creative activity, as there is a great variety of knots, each representing a unique test of dexterity and ingenuity. The book by Graham MacLachlan, president of the French branch of the International Guild of... Knot Tyers, is unique in the number of knot variations it presents, both for utilitarian and decorative purposes. After becoming familiar with the basics of knot tying, you will learn how to string a tennis racket, weave a fishing net, set up a campsite without a single nail, tie a tie, perform tricks, correctly bind meat before salting, and accomplish many other useful tasks, as well as satisfy your aesthetic needs. From the secrets of fastening and connecting knots, stopper and binding knots, and also bindings, laces and splices to knotting in macramé technique, creating braids, bracelets and mats: this detailed encyclopedia with step-by-step illustrations will be useful to you in any circumstances!