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Chinese Knotting - An Illustrated Step-by-Step Guide (Hardcover)
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Chinese Knotting - An Illustrated Step-by-Step Guide (Hardcover)
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Chinese knotting is a beautiful and easy-to-learn technique of
interlacing silk cords and other materials in a variety of ways to
create decorative ornaments. The art of Chinese knotting has a rich
history dating back to prehistoric times. Over the centuries,
Chinese knotting has continued to evolve and has been incorporated
in fashion, jewellery, accessories, home decoration, contemporary
art and other means of expression. Using this ancient technique in
new and fresh ways has kept it vital into a new era. Using
step-by-step illustrations, this book introduces more than 100
types of Chinese knots. The tutorials will guide you through the
creation of various knots and introduce their applications. You
will gain an understanding of: * basic knots, such as double-coin
knot, cloverleaf knot, endless knot and others * advanced knots
that combine several basic knots, such as hydrangea knot,
dharma-wheel knot and butterfly knot * practical projects, such as
buttons, bookmarks and bracelets, etc. Chinese auspicious culture
and its traditional symbols, such as "Blessings in Four Seasons",
"Happiness and Longevity" and "Good Things Come in Pairs" * the
history and use of Chinese knots.
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