Synopsis
Discover a world of string figures from many cultures, explained with clear steps you can try at home.
This classic guide shows how a simple length of string can become playful designs, moving from easy beginnings to more intricate patterns. It emphasizes hands-on learning, a bit of history, and the joy of making these figures yourself rather than just watching.
The book walks you through what string figures are, how to produce them, and the practical tricks that help you master the craft. It gathers figures from diverse traditions, with demonstrations that illustrate where each design comes from and how the motions fit together. Expect practical tips, diagrams, and careful notes on timing, opening moves, and the sequence of steps.- Learn to perform famous patterns like Lightning and the Veiled Sun, including the opening moves and the positions of the fingers.
- Explore figures inspired by Navaho, Apache, Aboriginal Australians, Torres Strait peoples, and West African traditions, among others.
- Follow step-by-step instructions that show how to move from simple loops to more complex creatures and scenes.
- See how these figures can be used for storytelling or as a portable, inexpensive hobby that can entertain and educate.
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