For many of us, the rough plant hangars or friendship bracelets we made in summer camp are the extent of our experience with macramé. Today the craft of decorative knotting is making a huge comeback with several accomplished artists taking the craft to exciting new levels of creativity. Hot Knots explores a variety of macramé techniques--from historical, centuries-old designs, to modern fusion knots--and guides readers through 18 cool and contemporary projects for jewelry, housewares, accessories, and more.