This is my first knot board. I spent a few hours making these small flat Turk's Head knots, including a Carrick Mat, and an Ocean Plait Mat. All were done with white 2mm cord. I then used rubber cement to attach them to paper and put that into a frame.
I don't think it looks too bad. Now I probably should make one with various useful working knots, like the reef knot, sheet bend, bowline, sheep shank, etc...
'Drane-
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the board. I know you don't do requests, but have you ever tried any Celtic type knots or crosses? I really enjoy your blog.
I've seen a couple of books on celtic knots, and the knots I've seen look cool, but I haven't tried any. I'll have to search around and see if there's any online info on them.
ReplyDeleteThere's an old-school book called "Encyclopedia of Knots and Fancy Rope Work" (Raoul Graumont & John Hensel, 1943, Cornell Maritime Press). Was my grandfather's. You'd like it, especially the chapter on ornamental knotting, but it's not the easiest thing to learn from! :)
ReplyDeleteI just sumbled upon your blog, I think your work is amazing! I think I'm gonna get The Complete Book of Decorative Knots and start tying knots as a new hobby! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteGreetings from Russia, Mr. Stormdrane.
ReplyDeleteMy name is Andrey.
Thanks for the idea.
Look to my Knot Board with Mats http://stranamasterov.ru/node/638763
and Knot Board with Knots http://stranamasterov.ru/node/663966
and others my work http://stranamasterov.ru/blog/162407
Thank you.