Hot Knots: Fresh Macram%C3%A9 Ideas for Jewelry, Home, and Fashion

Hartmann, who has been involved in publishing and creative industries for decades, collects macram%C3%A9 projects from more than 20 crafters, walking step-by-step through Chinese crown-knot bag straps, knotted tank tops, and a baby swing using the simple lark's head. The projects are rated on a difficulty scale of one to three knots. A few more "difficulty knots" are needed for some challenging projects: headphone wire covers, delicate drop earrings, and fringe detail to customize a T-shirt. These may produce more fiber fizzle than textile triumph. More than 200 color photos. (Apr.)