This one-stop practical guide will show you a knot for every situation. To make your progress easier, it comes in a handy format with colour illustrations and expert advice throughout. This book encompasses the fundamental but fascinating art, craft and science of knots, including terms and tips, basic techniques and cautions and caveats. Many of the most important knots are covered, providing tested and trusted examples along with step-by-step illustrations showing how to make utilitarian as well as decorative knots. * All the materials, techniques and tips you need to tie a wide range of knots * Packed with easy-to-follow, step-by-step illustrations * Covers knots for boating, fishing, climbing, hobby and household knots