The Celtic shield knot is used for warding and protection. Shield knots have appeared in cultures around the world and have taken a variety of different forms. Learn more.
Pattern Key:
Symbol Floss Color Number
Cross Stitch
o Use the floss color(s) of your choice.
Design Size: 56w by 57h
Stitching Level: Beginner
Finished Design Size:
For commonly used fabric counts (in inches):
Add several inches to each side for the cut fabric size.
Stitching Tips: Use one-two strands of floss for back stitch and two-three strands of floss for cross stitch. For other fabric counts, adjust the number of floss strands as needed.
Helpful Cross Stitch Information: This free Cross Stitch pattern is protected by copyright laws. If someone wants a copy, please direct them to this URL - http://crossstitch.about.com
Pattern Key:
Symbol Floss Color Number
Cross Stitch
o Use the floss color(s) of your choice.
Design Size: 56w by 57h
Stitching Level: Beginner
Finished Design Size:
For commonly used fabric counts (in inches):
Add several inches to each side for the cut fabric size.
- 11-count, 3 1/8w by 3h
- 14-count, 4w by 4h
- 16-count, 3 1/2w by 3 1/2h
- 18-count, 3 1/8w by 3h
Stitching Tips: Use one-two strands of floss for back stitch and two-three strands of floss for cross stitch. For other fabric counts, adjust the number of floss strands as needed.
Helpful Cross Stitch Information: This free Cross Stitch pattern is protected by copyright laws. If someone wants a copy, please direct them to this URL - http://crossstitch.about.com


