Creative Ropecraft

Name: Creative Ropecraft
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781472985651
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A treasure trove of knots, hitches, bends, plaits and netting

By Stuart Grainger

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Summary

Creative Ropecraft offers a practical and artistic guide to nautical knots and decorative ropework, featuring clear, exquisite drawings by Stuart Grainger. This fully updated edition includes a foreword and tips from knotting expert Des Pawson, helping readers master a variety of knots—from crown and wall knots to turk's heads and rope-edged trays. With new photography and material, the book presents both practical and elaborate projects in a larger, full-colour format ideal for enthusiasts.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Ideal for sailing enthusiasts, crafters, and anyone interested in practical and decorative knotwork, this book suits both beginners and experienced knot tyers looking for detailed instructions and creative projects.

Creative Ropecraft is a treasure trove of knots, hitches, bends, plaits and netting – the standard work on practical and decorative knots and ropework, re-published in an attractive new format with revisions, tips and a Foreword by renowned knot expert Des Pawson.

Description

Creative Ropecraft is a wonderful collection of practical nautical knots and decorative ropework. Anyone tempted to try their hand at this will be able to follow the steps easily thanks to Stuart Grainger's exquisite and clear drawings. This brand new, fully updated edition has a foreword, revisions, and tips from knotting expert, Des Pawson.

Readers can learn how to tie and use a wide variety of knots, both practical and elaborate, including:

crown and wall knots
turk's heads
door knockers
hammocks
mats
belts
cuff links
table lamps
rope-edged trays and much more

This book will be beautifully presented in a larger format, in full colour, and with new photography and material from Des Pawson. It will now sit comfortably alongside the successful Knot Craft and Rope Mats.

Reviews of the previous edition:

'The best fancy knotting book... only when you've tried can you know just how good.' Knotting Matters

'Essential for any knot tyer's library. Stuart Grainger's illustrations are a joy to use, both for their beauty and clarity of instruction.' Des Pawson

Reviews of Des Pawson:

‘When it comes to personal ropecraft, Des Pawson is the master.’ Yachting Times

‘There really is no one better to publish a book on knot design than Des Pawson.’ Towpath Talk

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

This fully updated edition is hailed as an essential guide for anyone eager to learn knots and ropecraft. It combines clear, beautiful illustrations with expert insights, making it a standout resource praised by Powerboat & RIB Magazine and knotting experts alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472985651

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 November 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Adlard Coles Nautical

Edition: 5th edition

Contributors:

Foreword by Des Pawson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 473g

Pages: 144

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Education & Reference Engineering, Technology & Agriculture Non-Fiction Stuart Grainger

About the Author

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

Des Pawson is the acknowledged guru of knotting, worldwide. He’s the co-founder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers, runs the world’s only museum of knots, and received an MBE in 2007 for services to the rope industry. He’s the author of Des Pawson’s Knot Craft and Rope Mats (Adlard Coles), Knots: The Complete Visual Guide (DK), The Handbook of Knots (DK) and Knots Step by Step (DK).