The Ultimate Book of Decorative Knots by Lindsey Philpott

The Ultimate Book of Decorative Knots by Lindsey Philpott

The Ultimate Book of Knots is an amazing resource of both practical and ornamental knots - flat knots, braids, plaits, webbing, woven knots, knob knots, solid knots, netting and Turk's head knots in all their varieties. Decorative knotting is an appealing craft, devoted to creating attractive patterns and interwoven textures for particular decorative effect, as well as embellished practical items in their own right - but it requires particular skills. The Ultimate Book of Decorative Knots is unique in its comprehensiveness and step-by-step photographic instruction, and will be the complete sourcebook for novices who are just beginning to experiment with the simple pleasures of knot and ropework as well as more experienced knotters who are looking to expand their repertoire and want to learn from the best.

..a comprehensive and beautifully presented book, which is really a work of art in itself... * Towpath Talk *
If you like knots, I'm sure you'll absolutely love it. * Sailing Today *
Excellent guide shows how to master the art of knot-tying * Nautilus Telegraph *
A valuable reference book * Waterways World *

Lindsey Philpott has been tying knots since the age of 6. His father taught him how to fish without a rod, line or hook, simply by 'tickling' trout in Devon streams.

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ISBN 13	9781408157268
ISBN 10	1408157268
Title	The Ultimate Book of Decorative Knots
Author	Lindsey Philpott
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published	2012-05-24
Number of pages	400
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.