Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #53830 in Books
• Published on: 2004-09-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 112 pages

Synopsis
Drawing her inspiration from the surviving examples of the art of ancient Celtic kingdoms Barbara Hammet has produced a series of stunning reworkings of the classical Celtic swirling shapes and sinuous forms that are at once both modern and timeless. The collection is widely diverse, ranging from a desk set worked in striking black and terracotta to an eye-catching pair of peacocks that would enliven any plain wall and a handsome firescreen whose design is based on the Durrow Circle. There are patterns to suit every level of skill, while the motif library will provide plenty of inspiration for further projects.

Customer Reviews

One of the best collections of Celtic design
There are quite a few books on Celtic designs for needlework, but this is one of the best. The author explains the original Celtic source for each design (a particular page of the Book of Darrow, for instance), and how she has adapted shapes and colours from the original setting. There is a very useful 'library' of individual motifs, but also many complete projects, from small designs that could be done in an evening to a superb firescreen, pictures, pillows, small gifts etc. The charts are clear and easy to follow. I have stitched a number of these designs now, and have always been very pleased with the result. Definitely a winner!

Celtic Cross Stitch at its best
I have quite a few Celtic Cross Stitch books and this is one of the best. Not only are the charts clear and large enough to see, at the back of the book there is a small library of charts which can be used individually. It gives you the inspiration to have a go at designing yourself.