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Yarns from the Ropeworks

The latest TATHS publication for members is now on sale.

 Yarnscover

 

This is a fascinating and often amusing account of the production of rope and yarns by the firm of D.F.Ellwood and Son. 62 pages describing the fibres used, the processes in rope making and a history of the firm by David Ellwood.

Yarns1

 

This is a treasure trove of first hand accounts of ropemaking with a fascinating sprinkling of memories and anecdotes, coupled with tehcnical detail. 

Yarns2

 

A must for all TATHS enthusiasts! 

 

 Yarns4

Prices including postage are: 

UK...£4.50

Europe (inc Eire)...£7.50
Rest of World...£10.00
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