DESIGN ORIGINALS-Hip Hemp With Beads. Since ancient Egyptian times hemp has been knotted for decorative purposes. The tradition of using this very strong natural fiber in clothing and jewelry making has survived to present day with many of the original knotting techniques still intact. Today people continue to enjoy the texture and beauty of intricate knotwork. Hip Hemp with Beads combines the age old craft with beautiful beads to please yet another generation with its complementing your favorite jeans Hip Hemp has an accessory that is just right for you. Softcover: 20 pages.