Creative Ropecraft: A Treasure Trove of Knots, Hitches, Bends, Plaits and Netting - Paperback

by Stuart Grainger (Author), Des Pawson (Foreword by)

Creative Ropecraft is a treasure trove of knots, hitches, bends, plaits and netting. Anyone tempted to try their hand at ropecraft will be able to follow in the footsteps of the traditional seamen who have gone before thanks to Stuart Grainger's clear instructions and very detailed drawings. In Creative Ropecraft, Stuart Grainger describes how to tie and use a wide variety of knots, both practical and fancy. Here you'll find crown and wall knots, turk's head knots, door knockers, hammocks, mats, netting, belts, cuff links, table lamps, rope-edged trays, and many more. Once picked up, it is hard to put this wonderful book down.

Author Biography

Stuart Grainger is a Master Mariner of wide experience. He is a member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers and has published many books and articles on the subject of knots and ropework.