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The Big Book of Knots

The complete guide to over 300 knots for all uses

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Description

The ultimate illustrated guide to over 300 knots and splices for outdoor adventures, practical tasks and creative projects. Perfect for fans of A Knot a Day.

Whether you're looking for a practical knot, a secure splice or a decorative braid, The Big Book of Knots has the right solution. Packed with clear, step-by-step illustrations and expert guidance, this comprehensive handbook will help you master ropework skills for home, outdoors, sport and craft. Begin with essential knots before progressing to advanced techniques, splices and decorative projects.

Learn how to:
-Pitch a tent and secure gear to a backpack
-Tie essential sailing knots and moor a boat safely
-Rig fishing tackle and repair damaged fishing nets
-String an archery bow and repair a tennis racket
-Secure loads, ladders and equipment
-Create decorative braids, macramé projects and scoubidous
-Splice modern ropes and master advanced ropework techniques
-Solve everyday knotting challenges at home and outdoors

Divided into 13 practical sections covering camping, climbing, sailing, fishing, crafting, sport, games, music and more, The Big Book of Knots makes it easy to find exactly the knot you need.

Perfect for beginners and experienced knot tyers alike, The Big Book of Knots is an indispensable companion for every knotting challenge.

Accessibility Information

Additional accessibility information

  • PDF/UA-2, 1.4
  • accessibility@bloomsbury.com

Hazards

The publication contains no hazards

Support for non-visual reading

Has alternative text descriptions for images

Navigation

  • Page list to go to pages from the print source version
  • Elements such as headings, tables, etc for structured navigation
  • All or substantially all textual matter is arranged in a single logical reading order

Table of Contents

Introduction

1. Basic knots
2. Archery
3. DIY
4. Camping
5. Outdoors
6. Decorative
7. Splicing
8. Climbing
9. Farming
10. Nets
11. Fishing
12. Clothing
13. Sailing
14. Hobbies

Index

Product details

Published 18 Jun 2026
Format Ebook (PDF)
Edition 1st
Pages 304
ISBN 9781399429849
Imprint Adlard Coles
Illustrations Colour illustrations throughout and photographs for each chapter opener
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Author

Graham MacLachlan

Graham MacLachlan is an expert knot tyer and the f…

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