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"Originally developed for parachute suspension lines during World War II, durable lightweight paracord has even been used by Space Shuttle astronauts to repair the Hubble Space Telescope. You can weave and braid this versatile cord in an array of fashion colors to create attractive and useful accessories. Parachute Cord Craft ties everything together, with 22 clever projects and step-by-step instructions for making fashionable bracelets and necklaces,...
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Wrap anything from a wine bottle to a yoga mat with this practical Japanese fabric-wrapping book. Long before today's eco-friendly philosophy of "reduce, reuse, recycle" entered America's collective consciousness, furoshiki-the Japanese method of wrapping things with fabric-nourished as a time-honored and practical art form. In Wrapping With Fabric, Etsuko Yamada-born into a long-line of furoshiki makers in Kyoto-explains the "one cloth, many uses"...
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Macramé for Home Decor shows how easy it is to make upscale, modern home décor using natural macramé craft cords. Readers will discover the 12 essential knots they need to create gorgeous macramé. 40 stylish projects range in skill levels from easy to advanced, so there's something here for everyone. This book is filled with cool, contemporary ideas for rugs, throws, coverlets, room dividers, boho plant hangers, and much more. Mixed-media projects...
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Offers fresh ideas for expressing yourself with the texture and beauty of intricate knotwork. Find patterns for making chevrons, stripes, waves, diamonds and more, with step-by-step instructions for each knot pattern.
Friendship designs -- Hemp designs -- More stylish designs.
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"Discover a fresh, new take on the traditional craft of knotting and bring the boho vibe into your home with this collection of 24 stylish macramé projects. Learn all the basic macramé knots with the knot tutorial library so you can get started with your favorite projects, whether it's a simple hanging plant holder or a stunning statement arch for a wedding or special celebration."--
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Friendship bracelets never go out of style. And with this fun friendship bracelet eBook, they're easier and more fun than ever! Ultimate Friendship Bracelets shows you everything you need to make 12 classic bracelets skeins of floss, , beads to add if you're in the mood, and a book of clear step-by-step instructions and diagrams. PLUS, downloadable video demos makes each of these projects super-easy. This eBook features all the classics, from 2-color...
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A knot book aimed at the everyday user of knots around the home and outdoors. Instead of presenting a bewildering array of knots which are of no consequence in real life, this book shows you, step by step in photographic sequence, how to tie knots, and then how they can be used for a number of practical tasks.--
8) Paracord outdoor gear projects: simple instructions for survival bracelets and other DIY projects
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Takes you step-by-step through all the knots and wraps you need to know. Get practical advice on tools and materials, and learn the right way to melt and fuse the cut ends of your cord. Whether you're camping in the wilderness, working outside, or just walking the dog, you're sure to find the ideal DIY project here.
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While ew things seem simpler than tying a knot in a piece of string or rope, tying a good knot is another story. In KNOTS AND HOW TO TIE THEM, expert Walter Gibson clearly explains the easiest way to make efficient and effective knots. This helpful guide will teach you the ins and outs of making more than 75 different knots, complete with expanations of their specific uses.
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The Girl Scouts of America has evolved over the last hundred years from the original group of eighteen into an organization with thousands of members nationwide. First published in 1913, Girl Scouts Handbook is the original reference for girl scouts. This blast-from-the-past practical guide has been the foundation for the organization over the past century, helping young girls to learn the basics of scouting and teaching them useful skills such as:
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Whether you're camping, hiking, or simply on a walk, cordage is one of the most useful and important items a person can have. Not only is it crucial to have close by, but it's also a lot of fun to discover the endless possibilities! From the same author who wrote the Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Camping & Outdoor Survival Guide, Bryan Lynch teaches readers the basics of survival, 7 ways to carry paracord, and over 60 functional uses, from creating...
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Detailed instructions, clear diagrams and lovely color photographs combine to make craft book Fun with Chinese Knotting both attractive and useful displaying the many creative uses these decorative knots can have, and the great variety of materials used to make them. This delightful book is sure to be a rich source of inspiration for craftspeople everywhere. The art of Chinese knotting or macrame, has a surprisingly contemporary appeal, author artist...
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Say hello to today's young & fun craft of macramé! Inside you'll find thirteen contemporary projects that dramatically update this vintage art. With savvy designs for accessories and home decor, Hello! Macramé shows you how to make fabulous knotted creations using colorful macramé craft cords. Macramé is easy to learn and requires no elaborate equipment or expensive materials. All you need are your fingers, some cord, and this book to get started...
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La mayoría de los libros de macramé modernos no hacen tanta justicia al macramé como tema. Los estudiantes y lectores se quedan al margen, desconcertados y confundidos. Los numerosos conceptos erróneos asociados con el arte del macramé piden descripciones más detalladas que coloquen al lector en un lugar de claridad con mayor precisión. Algunas personas asumen que los patrones de nudos de macramé son de la misma manera que funcionan otros...
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Das selbstgemachte Freundschaftsbändchen ist ein besonders beliebtes Geschenk für die beste Freundin. Die Knoten sind relativ einfach und schnell erklärt, die Variationsmöglichkeiten sind dafür fast unendlich. Aus einzelnen Knoten werden raffinierte Muster für Armbänder, die nicht nur die beste Freundin beeindrucken. Doch nicht nur Muster können geknotet werden, mit einer selbstgemachten Vorlage lassen sich auch Texte und Buchstaben in die...
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En este libro se encontrarán distintos tipos de diseños, nuevas ideas e imágenes de trabajos, las cuales pueden ser utilizadas como disparador de nuevos diseños o tomar los mismos para uso personal o comercial, con libertad y todos los permisos del autor.
La idea de este libro es compartir parte de una tradición que dio origen a nuestro país y a su vez fue una herramienta fundamental en la vida cotidiana de la gente de campo. Ese campo tan importante...
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Modern Macrame Style is the ultimate guide into the world of macrame for beginners. Macrame expert Amaia Martin, from La Terra Macrame, has created 20 unique projects to introduce you to this millenary art and make you fall in love with it! You will be working with sustainable materials such as recycled cotton, jute and raffia, to create a selection of plant hangers, wall hangings and lifestyle items, that will help you develop your macrame skills,...
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In this thoroughly modern guide, author Percy W. Blandford focuses on styles in use today, many tailored to new synthetic ropemaking materials. He untangles the secrets behind a fascinating array of knots, including: Basic knots, from common bends to bowlines Joining knots, including the "weaver's," "surgeon's," and "thief" knots Running and multiple loops Fisherman's and climber's knots ... plus many other varieties, as well as the best way to secure...
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This well-illustrated treasury of practical and ornamental knots ranges from simple-to-make squares, reefs, half-hitches, and bow-lines, to intricate rope-work projects, such as single and tucked crowns, rope buckles, and cask slings. Detailed instructions accompany the 148 drawings, which show how each knot, tie, or splice is formed, as well as its appearance when complete. Author A. Hyatt Verrill was an adventurer, inventor, and editor of the popular...
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