"A beautiful and practical tool for everything from outdoor adventures to arts and crafts, knots come in handy in almost any situation. 40 Knots and How to Tie Them gives step-by-step instructions for the most essential--including knots for camping, climbing, and sailing--and shows you how to practice your new skills to create useful and decorative projects, such as a coaster, a hammock, and a macrame plant hanger. Combining cool craftsmanship with savvy design, this how-to guide is a great gift for creative adventurers."--from back cover.