Sacred knots Create, adorn, and transform through the art of knotting

Lise Silva Gomes

Book - 2020

"An accessible, illustrated guide to basic knots as well as well as more complicated, larger projects. This book also teaches readers use knot tying as meditation, a way to manifest intentions, and as a creative practice"--

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Published
Boulder, Colorado : Roost Books 2020.
Language
English
Main Author
Lise Silva Gomes (author)
Other Authors
Erin Conger (photographer)
Edition
First edition
Physical Description
xxiii, 152 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
ISBN
9781611807776
  • Preface: My Personal Journey in Knotting
  • Introduction: Knotting a Thread from Past to Present
  • Part 1. Knotting Basics
  • The Materials
  • A Guide to Knotting
  • Basic Knots
  • Square Knot
  • Double Coin
  • Cross Knot
  • Sun Cycle
  • Sailor's Breastplate
  • Cloud Knot
  • Weaver's Plait
  • Plafond
  • Pipa Knot
  • Finishing and Embellishing Techniques
  • Part 2. Knotting Projects
  • Pipa Knot Earrings
  • Màe d'Água Necklace and Earrings set
  • Knot Sequence: Manifesting Dreams
  • Satin Bookmark
  • Sun Worshipper Statement Necklace
  • Cross Knot Stacking Bracelet
  • Colorblock Woven Knot Panel
  • Double Coin Curtain
  • Knot Appliqué Jacket
  • Part 3. Knotting as a Personal Practice
  • Knotting as a Meditation
  • Practicing Intention
  • Making Affirmations
  • Fiber Practice Journal: Intention Log
  • Knotting for Relaxation
  • Practicing Creativity
  • Recording your Personal Journey
  • Resources
  • Acknowledgments
  • About the Author