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Fun with Chinese Knotting

Making Your Own Fashion Accessories and Accents

Lydia Chen
Publisher:
Tuttle Publishing
ISBN:
9780804836784
Format:
Hardcover
Date Published:
6/15/2007
Illustrations:
135 projects; 2-color diagrams of techniques; color photos of applications
Number of Pages:
160
Length:
11
Width:
8.5
Weight:
34 oz
$26.95
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The art of knotting is an old and revered part of Chinese life. Used for a variety of practical and decorative purposes over the centuries, Chinese knotwork is intricate and full of magnificent color combinations that lend elegance to everyday objects.

In Fun with Chinese Knotting, author Lydia Chen focuses on Chinese knots as fashion accessorieshair ornaments, earrings, necklaces, pendants, brooches, belts, bracelets and ankletsand as accents on clothing. Detailed instructions, clear diagrams, and beautiful color photographs illustrating the creative use of Chinese knots and the variety of materials used make this book attractive, useful and a source of inspiration for craftspeople everywhere.

Author Bio

Lydia Chen is a leading authority on traditional Chinese decorative knotting. She has taught knotting at colleges, held several exhibitions of her work, and authored several books on the subject.

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