Useful for every situation from fishing, boating, climbing or tying a parcel, knots feature in our lives every day. This informative handbook includes an amazing array of knots from the familiar overhand to the more challenging Chinese button knot. Full of helpful advice on tools and materials needed for creating both practical and decorative knots, and information on the broad range of cords, and rope available - and their ideal uses, this handy guide should be useful for anyone involved in using rope or those interested in creating beautiful mats and decorative works.