paulsmith09 - Recently Updated Pages

Introduction To Celtic Cross Stitch - Getting Started Wtih Free Celtic Cross Stitch Patterns

paulsmith09 — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 22:39:35 CST

When we mention art we have to mention Celtic art in the same verse. Creativity, embroidery, patterns, designs and poetry and myths are some attributes synonymous with Celts. Celts were born warriors and amazing tribes too.

Celts left their footmarks all over Europe mainly because they were nomadic at heart and nature. If we read or learn our history well we will find that there hasn’t been a tribe that is more famous warring futility. That their art is still alive is proof enough of their longevity.

Another prime example of this is that we still have myths, metal cravings, knot works; body works are art designs to remind us. They were purely nomads can be understood by the fact that they occupied areas from Britain, Ireland, Spain, to places like Italy, Turkey and Bohemia.

That’s the plain ground why we find that French, Spanish, English, Irish and Italians predominantly have Celtic design in their needlework, tattoos, drapery as well as jewellery.

Cross stitch pattern is a rather plain yet elegant style of creating embroidery. Now we know that Celtic cross stitch is an old pattern yet it is as popular as it was in prehistoric times. The cross stitch pattern is widely common while being the most treasured form as well.

What we would like is the deep colors and bright ones mixed thus giving splendor of color embodied with designs that make the final result a visual treat second to none.

The main essence of celtic cross stitch patterns is classically over cut designs with geometrical patterns, spiral, interweaving patterns, knot mechanism, animal forms, alphabets along with zoomorphic patterns.

Celtic cross stitch stitching is principally an art that we have inculcated thanks to the Scott’s, Minx and Irish. These intricate patterns are extensively put in use by us in daily lives, be it in cushion cover, tablemats weaving or the likes tea cozies to curtain pallets decoration.

And these patterns could be found easily all over the world, just search the internet or visit your nearest book store where design patterns are there in books, design yourself kits and art guides.

Unlike other causal embroideries, Cross stitch weaving is a lot simpler to learn. There are many varieties that engulf Celtic cross stitch patterns but what you would most relish is trying to craft a Cross stitch drawings. You can start with a simple pattern leading way up to the intricate ones.

Once started you shall be able to create some magnificent décor craft items for you home. So if at any point time you feel that Celtic cross stitch pattern has moved you enough to take it up as a hobby or passion then I would suggest you do not waste time in starting a design pattern of you choice.

You can start with small designs on a piece cloth and then slowly when a little more confident you can create something special for yourself or for gift purpose.

Celtic cross stitch patterns are not limited to few things you can explore with making armbands with Alphabets, and headgear sporting animal patterns. Kits are available with complete accessories like needles and threads plus other material to make the pattern.

Choices are of aplenty, some kits have frames whilst others come sans a frame, as you would like to purchase. Need not visit a store, as home deliveries are a convenience. Now that you would like to start I wish you good luck in this venture.

testt

paulsmith09 — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 03:16:49 CST

There is no abstract available for this page revision.

Celtic Cross Stitch Home

paulsmith09 — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 01:32:45 CST

Celtic Cross Stitch is a simple yet elegant way of doing embroidery. This type of embroidery art is very old and is one of the most common and the most appreciated form of the cross stitch.

The celtic cross stitch embroideries are predominantly a part of heritage in Irish, Scotts and Minx. The embroidery patterns from this art form are excessively used in our day to day routines from cushion covers to tapestries, from tea cozies to spectacles’ covers and from clothes to wall hangings.

They also have the attributes of being rich in deep in colors and intricate designs, all which make them extraordinary eye catching and unique.

There are many celtic cross stitch patterns and designs which are typically embellished with patterns such as geometric, spirals, interlacing patterns, knot works, zoomorphic patterns and many more.

If you are starting out in this cross stitch, I would recommend you to try out their celtic knot works as they are particularly worth trying for. As these patterns can be from simple to very intricate ones, you can actually make a whole range of things for your own especially for your home decoration purposes.

So if Celtic art has ever inspired you either in form of clip arts or any other Celtic patterns, I would also recommend you to make a cross stitch of the same pattern on your favorite piece of clothing, your bag or even a wall hanging. You can purchase a kit or get a pattern to make or you can even transform your favorite pattern into cross stitch pattern by pattern generating CDs or aids.

There are few basic celtic cross stitch designs and patterns for you to start things off. Below is the list of patterns to get you familiar with.

Simple x-shaped stitch
- A cross stitch is very easy to make. Pass the needle with thread from one hole to the other diagonal hole at the corner of the square. Repeat with other two holes.

Half Stitch Pattern
- There are actually two half stitches that overlap each other to make one cross stitch.

Quarter Stitch Pattern
- Four of these stitches conjoin to make one cross stitch. But generally it is used alone as the length varies depending upon the celtic cross stitch fabric

Three Quarter Stitch Pattern
- A three quarter stitch is made with one half stitch and one quarter stitch. A three quarter stitch is commonly used to add details in the cross stitch pattern

Back Stitch Pattern.
- Back stitch is generally used to make boundaries around the patterns and or to write alphabets in the patterns. This is a straight line made in the centre of the square bisecting it into two equal halves

Recommended resources
Celtic Cross Stitch - Basic instructions on celtic cross stitch for beginners
Yiotas Celtic Stitch - Patterns and collections by Yiotas
Salt and Pepper - Great collections of celtic cross stitch samplers and sites
Arts and Designs - Collections of craft patterns & Designs