The Knots Handbook

Over 45 Easy-to-Learn, Practical Knots

Barry Mault, Gillian Blease

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Arcturus
01 May 2021

Handicrafts (Children's&YA)

Series: Arcturus Explorer Handbooks

This entertaining, easy-to-follow, and eminently practical book will equip readers with knotting skills to last a lifetime. This full-colour guide is packed with over 45 knot projects, accompanied by clear step-by-step illustrations. From the clove hitch to the Albright knot, readers will learn an array of loops, hitches and binding knots as well as variations of the most famous examples. Each project includes practical uses for these knots - such as making a swing seat, a washing line, a dog lead or an arm sling - so that you can introduce them into everyday life. Features: • Useful knots for sailing • Clever knots for camping • Handy knots for the home • And other knots that are simply a pleasure to tie! Discover a time-honoured and rewarding hobby and essential life skill with wide and varied applications. A fantastic gift for readers of all ages from 8+.

By: Barry Mault
Illustrated by: Gillian Blease
Imprint: Arcturus
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 215mm, Width: 175mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 205g
ISBN: 9781838579982
ISBN 10: 1838579982
Series: Arcturus Explorer Handbooks
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 01 May 2021
Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Overhand Knot Figure 8 Knot Ashley's Stopper Knot Albright Knot Carrick Bend Fisherman's Knot Hunter's Bend Sheet Bend Lapp Knot Water Knot Zeppelin Bend Half Hitch Round Turn & Two Half Hitches Anchor Hitch Becket Hitch Blake's Hitch Buntline Hitch Clove Hitch Cow Hitch Draw Hitch Gnat Hitch Ground Line Hitch Pipe Hitch Knute Hitch Marlinspike Hitch Pile Hitch and Double Pile Hitch Prusik Knot Rolling Hitch Tensionless Hitch Timber Hitch Overhand Loop Figure 8 Loop Angler's Loop Common Bowline Scott's Lock Double Bowline Water Bowline Bowstring Knot Butterfly Loop Eskimo Bowline Farmer's Loop Poacher's Noose Constrictor Knot Gleipnir Pole Lashing Strangle Knot Reef Knot

Barry Mault is a prominent member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers (IGKT). His main interest is in practical knots, although he also works with parachute cord, making small decorative items. Gillian Blease is a freelance illustrator based in London, UK. She studied Fine Art at the University of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Clients include The British Council, Random House Publishing and BBC Worldwide. She is a weekly contributor to the The Guardian Newspaper.

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The Knots Handbook

Over 45 Easy-to-Learn, Practical Knots

Barry Mault, Gillian Blease

$17.99

Paperback

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