The bowline, clove hitch, and square are knots familiar to campers who might need to, say, tie down a tent with rope. But there are naturally occurring knots, too—ones that can be found on the ...

It’s easy to overlook the lacing on your hiking boots: Many of us just tighten them up, double knot, and hit the trail. But a number of common boot lacing techniques can keep your feet snug for long ...

Here is an easy way to add a festive touch to your favorite pie. Custard pies, like cinnamon or sweet potato, are great options for this project. Be sure to prepare one in advance. You will also need ...

The hypnotic Celtic knot might not be as complicated as it seems. Fourth-year math major Benjamin Liu, from Northampton, Mass., has broken the Celtic knot into 12 standard segments that can be ...

What is the most cliched tattoo you can think of? Chinese characters? A tribal armband? How about a Celtic knot? Those interlocking lines that look like ropes or basket weaving. Last week I was in ...

Following is part of a series exploring unique museums, collections and the passionate collectors behind them. ― Ed. Traditional Korean knots, also known as maedeup, are handmade decorative hanging ...