Ultimate Book of Everyday Knots
From the co-founder of the International Guide of Knot Tyers, comes an oversize, easy-to follow guide perfect for sailors, campers, fishermen, climbers, and everyone else who might want or need to tie a solid, useful knot. This beautifully illustrated, full-color guide unties the mysteries of more than eighty knots. Featuring clear photographs, diagrams, and straightforward instructions, readers can master knots for fishing, boating, climbing, crafts, and household uses. Perfect for learning advanced knotting techniques, with fascinating knot lore. Grab a piece of rope and enjoy!
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From the co-founder of the International Guide of Knot Tyers, comes an oversize, easy-to follow guide perfect for sailers, campers, fishermen, climbers, and everyone else who might want or need to tie a solid, useful knot. This beautifully illustrated, full-color guide unties the mysteries of more than eighty knots. Using clear photographs and diagrams, as well as straightforward, easy-to-follow instructions, any reader can master knots for fishing, boating, climbing, crafts, and household uses.
Climbers will feel safer knowing they have tied the perfect Water or Tape knot. Home decorators will enjoy trying their hand at the beautiful and elaborate Chinese Cloverleaf. Fishermen will fight big fish with more confidence. Filled with fascinating knot lore, The Ultimate Book of Everyday Knots is perfect for anyone wishing to learn advanced knotting techniques for any purpose at all.
Featuring illustrations throughout, sections include:
- Overhand knots
- Figure of eight knots
- Bowlines and sheet bends
- Crossing knots
- And other useful knots
Whether for practical use or just for fun, this is a great place to start knotting�so grab a piece of rope, sit back, and enjoy!
Information
Brand: Skyhorse Publishing
Publisher Date: 04/15/2012
Author: Geoffrey Budworth
Dimensions: 11.00 x 9.00
UPC: 9781616085605
Pages: 160