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Celtic Art & Irish Blessings
New this week

Celtic Art & Irish Blessings

Celtic knotwork and crosses art are a beautiful blend of artistry and symbolism. The over-and-under weave of the knotwork strands symbolize connection, and the relationship of all living things to one another. As each country cheers for their athletes at the Olympic games in Athens, we are again reminded of the connectivity of all people around the world.

This week we're pleased to offer new Celtic Art and Irish blessing designs. A Celtic Cross shirt set - 5 designs for just $6.97 - features elegant knotted crosses and borders that will add a unique and beautiful touch to any shirt. Celtic critters are entwined with knots, and Celtic Crewel flowers have ornate, delicate knots running through roots and buds.  Two Irish blessings are framed in Celtic knotwork borders, and are perfect as murals in your home, and also a great gift for a friend.

As always, designs are available for individual purchase, and also available in specially-priced value packs, so fashion is always affordable. Enjoy the new designs!


 
Bring the elegant art of Celtic knotwork to your wardrobe with a new Celtic Cross Shirt Set. Contains two collar tips, one button placket design, one pocket top design, and a beautiful Celtic Cross as the feature.

Five designs for just $6.97!

Click here to see the designs in the pack, choose your format, and add the pack to your basket.

Button placket   Shirt feature

 

Available in one size:
.45"x2.27"

 

Available in one size:
4.52"x.88"


Pocket topper

Available in one size:
4.52"x.88"


Collar Tips

 

Available in one size:
.63"x.63"

  Available in one size:
.63"x.63"

Celtic crewel flowers combine the bold shapes and colors of crewel embroidery
with elegant and delicate Celtic knots. The repeating over-and-under pattern
of the knots lend an interesting and unique look to these flowers. Great for
shirts, blankets, totes, and more!

 

Available in two sizes:
4.82"x6.57" and 2.85"x3.89"

 

Available in two sizes:
4.46"x6.86" and 2.52"x3.86"


 

Available in two sizes:
4.83"x5.59" and 3.85"x3.87"

 

Available in two sizes:
4.82"x6.52" and 2.86"x3.87"


 

Available in two sizes:
3.61"x3.85"

 

Available in two sizes:
5.90"x4.90" and 3.90"x3.23"


All six Celtic Crewel Flowers are available in a value pack. Get all
6 designs for only $11.97! Click on the images or links below, choose
your machine's format, and add the pack to your basket.
 
Click here for the 5 x 7 flowers   Click here for the 4 x 4 flowers

2500 years ago the Celts were spread throughout Europe, from Scotland and Wales and
Ireland in the West to Hungary in the East. Known as skilled craftsmen, they produced
intricate and detailed metalworks and stone carvings with knotwork, symbolizing the
connected relationship of all living beings.

Available in two sizes:
4.83"x5.65" and 3.35"x3.87"


In 400 CE St. Patrick arrived in Ireland and began to convert the Celts to
Christianity. St. Patrick wove the teachings of the Bible with Druidic practices,
and the result was a beautiful blend of Christian imagery with traditional Celtic
art - as reflected by the Celtic cross.

Available in two sizes:
4.80"x4.80" and 3.80"x3.82"


One-color knotwork designs sew quickly, meaning
that you can embellish garments and towels and
linens in a breeze.  This design features a square
with a knotwork heart at each corner.

Available in two sizes:
4.87"x4.87" and 3.81"x3.81"


This Celtic cross has an over-and-under pattern that jets into the center
for depth and interest, and then rejoins the strands to continue around
the outside.

Available in two sizes:
4.80"x4.82" and 3.82"x3.81"


Celtic knots make wonderful bracelets. Sew on any fabric and trim closely
around the edges. Apply velcro, button, or hook, and wear as a fashionable
accent to knotwork shirts and sweaters. Comfortable, lightweight, and creative!

Available in one size:
6.87"x.76


Available in one size:
6.87"x.89


Available in one size:
6.87"x1.01"


The serpent is a creature that sheds its skin, and as a result, has become
a symbol of the cycle of life in Celtic mythology. They also represent all
of earth's mysteries. This design features a Celtic serpent, his long body
forming an intricate knot.

Available in two sizes:
6.90"x3.5" and 1.98"x1.01"


The Celts hunted deer as a primary source of food. The creature found its way
into many tales and myths. Both the doe and the stag were thought of as
divine creatures of the woodland. The appearance of a deer in a story symbolized
an upcoming change, or surprise.

Available in two sizes:
6.83"x4.33" and 3.83"x2.43"


The Irish Wolfhound is the tallest of all dogs, faster than most dogs, and known for its
intelligence. In the 4th century, a Roman politician received seven of these wonderful
creatures as a gift, and noted that 'all of Rome viewed [them] with wonder.'

Available in two sizes:
6.76"x2.80" and 3.82"x1.58"


Birds symbolize prophesy, knowledge, and skill. This proud peacock holds a
strand of a Celtic knot in his beak, whole knotwork also decorates his tail.

Available in two sizes:
6.67"x4.83" and 3.87"x2.81"


In Celtic mythology, dragons are powerful creatures. The path of the dragon is called
a 'vein' - a place where energy converges. Stonehenge is believed to be one such vein,
a resting point for dragons. This design features a knotted dragon, flowing with positive
energy.

Available in two sizes:
5.40"x4.79" and 3.87"x3.45"


King Arthur, in one of his many escapades, fought boars with bristles of gold and silver.

Available in two sizes:
6.72"x4.65" and 3.87"x2.69"


This traditional Irish blessing is framed by a two-stranded Celtic knotwork border.
A claddagh - symbolizing love and affection - is also present at the close of the
blessing.

5.72"x9.40"


This traditional Irish blessing is framed with knotwork border,
and features an elegant shamrock with knotted leaves.

6.05"x8.24"


Rainbow beams are intertwined and dive into brilliant knotted pools of color.

Available in two sizes:
6.83"x4.63" and 3.91"x2.65"


Celtic knotwork corners are wonderful for towels, napkins, table cloths,
runners, or pockets.  Adds an elegant and unique touch to any corner or edge!

Available in one size:
3.86"x3.87"

Available in one size:
3.87"x3.83"


This knotwork border, with an over-and-under repeating pattern,
is great along the edges of linens, towels, and also an elegant
touch on shirts. Try bold, contrasting colors, or tone-on-tone!

Available in one size:
6.80"x1.05"


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