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Des Pawson's Knot Craft and Rope Mats

by Stephanie Morgan 31 Oct 2016 09:02 GMT 31 October 2016

60 Ropework Projects Including 20 Mat Designs

£16.99 Paperback / £12.99 eBook

A treasure trove of ropework projects, from key rings, belts and doorstops to dog leads, bracelets and mats.

In his new book Des Pawson's Knot Craft and Rope Mats, knotting guru Des gives step-by-step instructions on how to put together beautiful rope designs. Full-colour illustrations, practical tips, and fascinating titbits of history make this an ideal gift for the craft enthusiast – and anyone looking to add a nautical twist to their home. Browse inside >>

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About the author

Des Pawson is the go-to expert in knot tying. 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 Knots: The Complete Visual Guide (DK), The Handbook of Knots (DK) and Knots Step by Step (DK).

www.bloomsbury.com/uk/non-fiction/nautical

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