Great Book of Celtic Patterns

Author: Lora Irish
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781565239265
Category : Handicraft
Languages : en
Pages : 232

Book Description
"Provides historical overview of Celtic art; step-by-step instructions for creating twists, braids, and knotted lines; over 200 patterns; a guide to using color in your work; and a gallery of the author's art using Celtic knot work"--

The Treasury of Celtic Knots

Author: Aidan Meehan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780500285459
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
A comprehensive survey of Celtic knot design is based on the collections of nineteenth-century Celtic art revivalist John Romilly Allen, in a volume that interprets each pattern, their uses as ornaments, and the numerous treatments that complemented their creation. Original.

Celtic Stencil Designs

Author: Co Spinhoven
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486996786
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 52

Book Description
Exciting, versatile images depict birds and beasts of myth and scripture, elegant abstract designs, and more. Available in varied sizes, shapes, and complexities. 164 black-and-white illustrations.

The Celtic Design Book

Author: Aidan Meehan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780500286746
Category : Alphabets
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A manual that provides a comprehensive source of instruction for artists, designers and craftspeople of various kinds.

Celtic Knotwork

Author: Iain Bain
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
ISBN: 9780806986388
Category : Decoration and ornament, Celtic
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This is the most comprehensive work on this subject. Covers the history of Celtic knot art, complete with illustrations of original stone work. Easy-to-follow layouts are easy to copy for one's own enjoyment....a source of inspiration.-- The Irish Family Names Society. Iain Bain has admirably succeeded.-- The Irish Herald. 136 pages (8 in color), 528 b/w illus., 6 1/2 x 9 1/4.

Celtic Quilts

Author: Beth Ann Williams
Publisher: That Patchwork Place
ISBN: 9781564773104
Category : Decoration and ornament, Celtic
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
These all-new, timesaving techniques show quilters how to create exquisite, interlacing Celtic patterns more simply and quickly than ever before Just "baste" designs with fusible web, machine appliqu with "invisible" stitches, and add dramatic color and texture with decorative threads. A mix of ancient and modern Celtic patterns is provided. Includes: Complete instructions for 12 beautiful Celtic wall quilts, pillows, and table runners. Elegant block, medallion, and border patterns, all given a fresh look with color-rich prints. Tips on making stained-glass style Celtic quilts with ready-made 1/4" bias strips.

Celtic Designs Coloring Book for Adults

Author: The Mindful Word
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781987869415
Category : Art therapy
Languages : en
Pages : 156

Book Description
An adult coloring book featuring a broad range of different Celtic design patterns, from the Celtic Cross to Celtic Knot (and its variations, such as the Celtic Love Knot). Use the 200 Celtic designs in this book to inspire your creativity, reduce your stress levels and center yourself in meditation.

Celtic Quilt Designs II

Author: Philomena Durcan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780963198235
Category : Appliqué
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description

Celtic Knots

Author: Aidan Meehan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780500283998
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
Celtic knotwork is the single most widely appealing form within the rich repertoire of Celtic design. Aidan Meehan's new book provides step-by-step instruction for anyone who wants to master the traditional methods of freehand Celtic knot design and then progress to designing fresh knotwork patterns and variations. First, Meehan carefully and clearly explains how to draw the basic knot. Once that technique has been mastered, Meehan shows how to create designs with more complex knots, and how to draw border layouts. The book takes you through every step of the process, and exercises at the end of each unit ensure that you have mastered the techniques before you proceed to the next stage. Aidan Meehan is well known as a teacher and practitioner of Celtic design. Artists, designers, calligraphers, and craftspeople everywhere will find this book invaluable.

Celtic Knotwork Designs

Author: Sheila Sturrock
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781861080400
Category : Decoration and ornament, Celtic
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A foolproof, at-a-glance guide to this very popular type of design. No special skills or equipment are needed and the designs you create can be transferred to any medium, from carving to embroidery. Over 200 designs are shown in easy stages, including building up the initial line drawing, identifying crossing points and creating the characteristic Celtic ribbonwork.