Presents cross-stitch designs inspired by Celtic symbols including swords, birds, crosses, serpents, and sacred beasts

Describes the materials and techniques used for such needlework projects as eyeglass cases, pincushions, tea cosies, book covers, evening bags, wall hangings, and napkins

Presents patterns and instructions for over forty small cross-stitch projects inspired by the images and motifs of Celtic art, grouped in the categories of water, fire, air, and earth; and includes background on the Celtic world, as well as basic cross-stitch techniques.

Forty-three carefully designed color-coded charts depict bizarre mythical creatures that abound in Celtic art. Complete instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams enable even beginning needlecrafters to create a wealth of fabulous patterns that will embellish clothing, linens, and other domestic items.

This book presents 30 projects using traditional Celtic art designs. Projects range from simple cards and pictures, a cushion and a rug, to an embroidered border for a wedding dress. Included is a separate section on Celtic alphabets.

AWEN is the breath of inspiration that awakens the creative flame. Awen Spirit, a Celtic Journal features the intricate knotwork and paintings of Welsh artist Jen Delyth. Awen Spirit reminds us of the divine presence in all aspects of the natural world and encourages our own imaginative spark. The 128-page journal is 6" x 8.25" and has a high-quality hardbound cover with an attractive Wire-O binding. The journal has blank pages on the left and lined pages on the right, while evenly spaced throughout are selections of Jen's art and the ancient Celtic triads and bardic poetry.

Rescued from ancient sources, these exceptionally bold motifs include an amazing array of birds, human figures, and mythological creatures, all ingeniously woven into intricate networks of spirals and interlacings. 221 illustrations, 48 of them in color, meticulously adapted from artwork that once graced ancient rune stones, furniture, sword hilts, and other artifacts.