Lindisfarne Mugs

A contemporary Celtic design inspired by the motifs found in the early mediaeval illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels.

Celtic Cross Knotwork Design inspired by the Cross Carpet Symbolism pages of Medieval illuminated manuscripts, such as the Lindisfarne Gospels an illuminated manuscript gospel book produced around the year 700 AD in a monastery off the coast of Northumberland. A unique design and a great gift for you or someone on your gift list.

A contemporary Celtic design inspired by the motifs found in the early mediaeval illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels. The difference here is that women were rarely depicted in early Celtic art.

Lindisfarne Castle Holy Island, Northumberland, UK Lindisfarne Castle is a 16th-century castle located on Holy Island, near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, England, much altered by Sir Edwin Lutyens in 1901. The island is accessible from the mainland at low tide by means of a causeway Drop me a message if you would prefer a different background or a slight change in some way to enhance the product :-) I have set a blue background on most items that needed a colour adding, I can soon change this for you By Paul Thompson Photography

A motif inspired by the designs from the early medieval Celtic illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells and Lindisfarne Gospels.

A motif inspired by the designs from the early medieval Celtic illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells and Lindisfarne Gospels.

A motif inspired by the designs from the early medieval Celtic illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells and Lindisfarne Gospels.

Gannin for a plodge doon Holy Island - A slang phrase in the Geordie dialect (from North East England) meaning 'Going for a wade/paddle in the sea at Holy Island' in Northumberland. A bright summertime beach feelgood design suitable for print on a range of colours.

A contemporary Celtic design I produced for an illustration in the book The Real Witches’ Craft published by Thorsons/Element.

A colour version of a contemporary Celtic design which I produced for an illustration in the book The Real Witches’ Craft published by Thorsons/Element.

A storm clearing over the shores of Bamburgh in Northumberland. Looking north as the sky begins to clear, the outline of Lindisfarne (Holy Island) is beginning to appear.

Triangle Knot With Doubled Threads is a Celtic medieval illustration and geometric pattern. Interlocking Celtic Knots design originated in the Middle ages. These intricate designs are also referred to as mystic knots or Endless knots. Celtic knots symbolize infinite life and mind, body, and spirit or the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Tribal style knots are timeless pagan designs and geometric patterns that have a historical context and trending attraction. Abstract art at its best. ©‎ Upgraded ‎29 ‎August ‎2023, ‏‎16:54:48 Date Created: 3/1/2014 Revised ‎10 ‎May ‎2016, ‏‎12:42:44 Tracey Harrington Simpson

Lindisfarne St John Knot With Doubled Threads A unique is a Celtic medieval illustration and geometric pattern. Interlocking Celtic Knots design originated in the Middle ages. These intricate designs are also referred to as mystic knots or Endless knots. Celtic knots symbolize infinite life and symbolize mind, body, and spirit or the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Tribal style knots are timeless pagan designs and geometric patterns that have a historical context and trending attraction. Abstract art at its best. ABOUT THE ART ©‎ Upgraded ‎29 ‎August ‎2023, ‏‎16:54:48 Date Created: 3/1/2014 Revised ‎10 ‎May ‎2016, ‏‎12:42:44 Tracey Harrington Simpson

Triangle Knot With Doubled Threads is a Celtic medieval illustration and geometric pattern. Interlocking Celtic Knots design originated in the Middle ages. These intricate designs are also referred to as mystic knots or Endless knots. Celtic knots symbolize infinite life and mind, body, and spirit or the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Tribal style knots are timeless pagan designs and geometric patterns that have a historical context and trending attraction. Abstract art at its best. ©‎ Upgraded ‎29 ‎August ‎2023, ‏‎16:54:48 Date Created: 3/1/2014 Revised ‎10 ‎May ‎2016, ‏‎12:42:44 Tracey Harrington Simpson

Triangle Knot With Doubled Threads Aqua is a Celtic medieval illustration and geometric pattern. Interlocking Celtic Knots design originated in the Middle ages. These intricate designs are also referred to as mystic knots or Endless knots. Celtic knots symbolize infinite life and mind, body, and spirit or the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Tribal style knots are timeless pagan designs and geometric patterns that have a historical context and trending attraction. Abstract art at its best. ©‎ Upgraded ‎29 ‎August ‎2023, ‏‎16:54:48 Date Created: 3/1/2014 Revised ‎10 ‎May ‎2016, ‏‎12:42:44 Tracey Harrington Simpson

My take on a traditional design and published in my book The Crafter's Design Library Celtic in 2003.

The kind of spiral design found in the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels.

Triangle Knot With Doubled Threads is a Celtic medieval illustration and geometric pattern. Interlocking Celtic Knots design originated in the Middle ages. These intricate designs are also referred to as mystic knots or Endless knots. Celtic knots symbolize infinite life and mind, body, and spirit or the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Tribal style knots are timeless pagan designs and geometric patterns that have a historical context and trending attraction. Abstract art at its best. ©‎ Upgraded ‎29 ‎August ‎2023, ‏‎16:54:48 Date Created: 3/1/2014 Revised ‎10 ‎May ‎2016, ‏‎12:42:44 Tracey Harrington Simpson

A contemporary Celtic design I produced for an illustration in the book The Real Witches’ Craft published by Thorsons/Element.

Lindisfarne St John Knot With Doubled Threads A unique is a Celtic medieval illustration and geometric pattern. Interlocking Celtic Knots design originated in the Middle ages. These intricate designs are also referred to as mystic knots or Endless knots. Celtic knots symbolize infinite life and symbolize mind, body, and spirit or the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Tribal style knots are timeless pagan designs and geometric patterns that have a historical context and trending attraction. Abstract art at its best. ABOUT THE ART ©‎ Upgraded ‎29 ‎August ‎2023, ‏‎16:54:48 Date Created: 3/1/2014 Revised ‎10 ‎May ‎2016, ‏‎12:42:44 Tracey Harrington Simpson

A zoomorphic Celtic knotwork motif inspired by designs found in the early medieval Celtic illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells and Lindisfarne Gospels.

The kind of spiral design found in the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels.

A section of the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory. This is one end of the famous Rainbow Arch. The monastery of Lindisfarne was founded by Irish born Saint Aidan, who had been sent from Iona off the west coast of Scotland to Northumbria around AD 635. It became the base for Christian evangelising in the North of England and also sent a successful mission to Mercia. Monks from the community of Iona settled on the island. In 793 a Viking raid on Lindisfarne caused much consternation throughout the Christian west, and is now often taken as the beginning of the age of Viking raids. A very famous passage in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle reads: "In this year fierce, foreboding omens came over the land of Northumbria. There were excessive whirlwinds, li...

The kind of spiral design found in the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels.

A contemporary Celtic design I produced for an illustration in the book The Real Witches’ Craft published by Thorsons/Element.

My take on a traditional design and published in my book The Crafter's Design Library Celtic in 2003.

The ebbing tide at Holy Island harbour with the Farne Islands in the mist on the far horizon as day starts to break. Holy Island (Lindisfane), Northumberland,England

The kind of spiral design found in the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels.

A section of the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory. The monastery of Lindisfarne was founded by Irish born Saint Aidan, who had been sent from Iona off the west coast of Scotland to Northumbria around AD 635. It became the base for Christian evangelising in the North of England and also sent a successful mission to Mercia. Monks from the community of Iona settled on the island. In 793 a Viking raid on Lindisfarne caused much consternation throughout the Christian west, and is now often taken as the beginning of the age of Viking raids. A very famous passage in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle reads: "In this year fierce, foreboding omens came over the land of Northumbria. There were excessive whirlwinds, lightning storms, and fiery dragons were seen...

A contemporary Celtic design inspired by the patterns found in the early mediaeval illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells and the Lindisfarne Gospels.

A contemporary Celtic design I produced for an illustration in the book The Real Witches’ Craft published by Thorsons/Element.

Contemporary interpretation of an ancient Celtic knotwork motif known as beard pullers.

Skim over the sands and causeway to Holy Island and prepare to enter another world. Lying just a few miles off the Northumberland coast, Holy Island as seen on Robson Green's Tales from Northumberland is cut off twice-daily from the rest of the world by fast-moving tides. Both an island and a picturesque village,

Fishing boats all lined up at first light with the receding tide, safely anchored in the harbour at Holy Island, Northumberland

Old and fading boat pulled up on the shore in Holy Island harbor, Northumberland

Viking - Lindisfarena 793 AD. Emblazened with Viking. Accompanied by the famous location of the Viking's first raid on Britain, Lindisfarne. It is spelt with its Anglo-Saxon name, Lindisfarena, followed by the date of the event, 793AD. Strong design perfect for Viking fans who love the Vikings and their raiding history. It can also be given as a birthday or Christmas gift to your family or friends who are also into Vikings. Design is available in time for Christmas.