Del Norte Public Library

An illustrated introduction to knots that provides step-by-step instructions to tie knots for camping, fishing, ranching, wrapping presents, farming, shoelaces, and more.

"Eddie does lots of thing. He has great adventures, wonderful journeys...and no time for shoetying lessons. But when his friend Clara is in trouble, Eddie realizes that maybe there is time for a little learning. After all, knowing how to tie knots can really come in handy! Never mind shoes, they work on double-tailed monsters, too!" - jacket.

Includes: step-by-step instructions for over 200 different knots, bends, hitches, loops, plaits and whippings; over 1,200 color photographs showing in detail each stage of tying every knot; fascinating facts about the history and origins of knots, from the Neolithic Age when the reef knot, clove hitch and running noose were used, through to the most up-to-date knots and knotting techniques; a guide to the variety of cords and ropes: their breaking...

This is the definitive book on knots. Here are approximately 3900 different kinds, from simple hitches to "Marlingspike Seamanship." Mr. Ashley has included almost everything there is to know about them. Precisely named and classified (some new ones for the first time officially), they can be easily found in the big index. He tells when they appeared, something about their history, and what they are good for. Above all, Mr. Ashley gives explicit directions...

"Handmade, customized bracelets and other knot projects are a great way to show your friends how important they are to you. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage...

Discusses the history of knot-tying and presents step-by-step instructions for tying over forty different kinds of knots, including knots to use in camping, ranching, and wrapping presents.

The Book of Outdoor Knots is a meticulously illustrated handbook that describes 70 of the most common knots for the outdoors, showing in clear, step-by-step line drawings each phase of the properly tied knot. Perhaps most important, the book explains precisely which knot to use in each specific situation. Knots of all kinds are covered here: hitches for fastening rope to a fixed object, bends to connect two ropes, loops for a range of purposes, running...

The Sea Rat is under attack. The pirate kids are ready to join the action-until Rotten Tooth sends them belowdecks and away from the fight. It's just not fair. They want to help save their ship. How can they prove that they are worthy of fighting the enemies too.

Learn how to tie decorative knots from around the world with diagrams and step-by-step instructions for tying 75 different knots.