Knot books and kits

Book - Deck of Knots Ref: 2103
by Des Pawson.

This isn't a book as such, but a deck of cards, each dealing with a particular knot, so no problems trying to hold a book open whilst struggling to learn a new knot.

Over 30 knots are featured for boating, fishing, camping, climbing and decorative use.

Each card measures 9.5cmc x 14cms approx, and all held in a sturdy box. Price marked as £9.99p.

Price: £6.99

Book - RYA Knots, Splices & Ropework Ref: 1926
by Gordon Perry & Steve Judkins.

Although written and illustrated specifically with the boating fraternity in mind, the book's content is applicable to a much wider readership.

Structured to guide everyone from a complete beginner to a seasoned sailor step-by-step through simple knots on to the advanced knotting skills required to make a Turk's Head and Star Knot.

Soft back. 240 pages. 17cms x 24.5cms. Fully illustrated with coulour diagrams.

Price: £17.50

Book - Des Pawson's Knot Craft Ref: 763
Not only does this book show you how to tie knots, but it also gives step by step instructions on how to make various items, including key fobs, bell pulls, lanyards, small mats and fenders. There are 28 projects in the book.

Soft back. 96 pages. 13.8cms x 21.6cms approx. Illustrated with black & white drawings.

Price: £9.99

Book - Knots Ref: 1679
by Gordon Perry.

This is a comprehensive guide to knots, splicing and decorative ropework. Over 100 knots are featured, then a section on splicing and finally ends with a taste of macrame and decorative knots.

The introductory chapter on rope and other materials and equipment details everything you need to know to begin knotting.

Firm back. 319 pages. 13.5cms x 17.5cms approx. Colour illustrations. Original price £9.99p.

Price: £6.99

Book - Complete Book of Knots Ref: 1680
by Geoffrey Budworth.

This book provides easy to follow instructions for selecting and tying more than 100 of the most useful knots. There are separate sections for boating and sailing, outdoor pursuits, caving and climbing, angling and the home.

The book also contains a comprehensive glossary of terms to guide you through the complexities of different rope types.

Hard back. 160 pages. 20.2cms x 27cms approx. Colour illustrations. Published price - £14.99p

Price: £7.99

Book - Knots & Ropework Ref: 1500
by Nola Trower.

Various chapters on tools, terminology, knots, emergency knots, splicing (3 strand and braided), whipping and decorative ropework.

Soft back. 128 pages. 16.5cms x 23.5cms approx. Black & white photos.

Price: £9.99

Book - Knot Know How Ref: 719
by Steve Judkins & Tim Davison.

This full-colour book covers knots, splices and whippings. It begins with the 10 knots that everyone should know. The other knots are grouped by use, ie, tying a rope to an object, tying two ropes together, loops, stopper knots, fishing knots etc.

Each stage of each knot is illustrated and its uses, strong points and weak points are highlighted.

Hard back. 128 pages. 17.5cms x 12.1cms approx. Illustrated with coloured drawings.

Price: £8.95

Knot Pack Ref: 720
A boxed set comprising the Knot Book by Geoffrey Budworth & Nic Compton, which contains the 50 most important nautical knots explained with step-by-step instructions and illustrations, individual waterproof cards with the 'Top Ten' essential knots, and two pieces of differently coloured rope to try out the various knots.

Price: £12.99