Cheryl Tefft - Celtic Knots Unraveled - Sept 9 - Oct 28, 2025

Name: Pacific Arc Metal Cork Backed Ruler, 12"
SKU: S270
Price: 4.46 USD
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This class is not hosted by John Neal Books. Please contact the instructor for more information.

Live (Also recorded for later viewing)

9/9/2025-10/28/2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern

Class Cost : $257.00 USD

All Skill Levels

Registration Contact Email: calligraphics@yahoo.com

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1222290717439

Unlock the secrets of Celtic knots! Learn to draw & paint stunning knots, borders, & letterforms—no prior experience needed! Think Celtic knots are too complicated? Think again! Celtic K…

Description

Description

Unlock the secrets of Celtic knots! Learn to draw & paint stunning knots, borders, & letterforms—no prior experience needed! Think Celtic knots are too complicated? Think again! Celtic Knots Unraveled makes these stunning designs accessible to everyone, from complete beginners to experienced artists looking to refine their skills. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to construct and customize a variety of knotwork patterns from the ground up, including:
-- Circular knots that form mesmerizing patterns
-- Elegant borders and frames for decoration
-- Knot-infused letterforms inspired by the Book of Kells
-- The symbolic and graceful triquetra (three-pointed knot)
-- Traditional Celtic crosses with historic detailing
-- Flowing double-strand knots for intricate designs
-- Romantic linked-heart knots—perfect for decorative accents
With easy-to-follow techniques, you’ll master the timeless beauty of Celtic art and discover how to bring your designs to life with shading, color, and flourishes. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and curiosity!

Celtic Knots Unraveled
Cheryl Tefft

Live (Also recorded for later viewing)

9/9/2025-10/28/2025

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern

Class Cost : $257.00 USD

All Skill Levels

Registration Contact Email: calligraphics@yahoo.com

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1222290717439

Supply List:

S270 or S271. Ruler, 12” or longer; metal with cork backing recommended
E06. Eraser
S1005, S1685, S1694 or S1151. Container for rinse water
S632. Protractor
S412 or S931. Painter's tape, drafting tape or artist’s tape, 1 roll
E22. Small (precision) white eraser, such as the round Tombow Mono Zero. Qty: 1
S939 or S1013. Light pad (or light box if you already have one), approximately 9×12” (A4 size) or larger. Qty: 1
S1061. Bow compass (much preferred to standard compass). Qty: 1

** Writing/drawing/mark-making tools **
PL21. Pencil—fine-point mechanical pencil recommended, such as the GraphGear 500 with 0.5 mm lead. Qty: 1
M218. Pigma Micron fine-point marker (in BLACK ink), size 01, or similar *waterproof* marker. Qty: 1 black (additional colors of your choice are optional)
PL28, PL28-S12, PL29, PL05, PL76, PL16, PL16-12SET, or PL77-Basic tone. Colored pencils, colors of your choice. Qty: 1 each of at least 3 bright colors
PL32 or PL58. *Optional*: Watercolor pencils, colors of your choice. Qty: 1 each of at least 3 bright colors
M221, M222, M223, or M224. *Optional*: Pigma Micron fine-point marker (in BLACK ink), size 05 or larger, or similar waterproof marker(s) (for filling in larger areas). Qty: 1 or more

** Inks/paints **
S2013, S1660, S959, S3041, S808, S609, FP107, or S1032 [12-A or 36-color set]. Watercolor paints; assorted non-metallic colors of your choice. (You don’t need a palette unless you get tube paints.) Qty: 1 set
S1000 and S1113. *Optional*: FineTec (a.k.a. Coliro) metallic watercolor, Arabic Gold color, or similar; add an optional storage case (S1113) if needed. Qty: 1 pan of Arabic Gold color recommended; additional colors of your choice are optional

** Brushes **
BR91, BR100, BR81, BR26 BR26-S4, BR104, BR49, or BR80. Small round (pointed) brush(es), size 0 or smaller; size 000 (a.k.a. 3/0) is a favorite. Qty: 1 (or more, of different sizes)

** Papers **
P22, P56, P55, P38, or P80. Grid paper, letter-size/A4 or larger. (Rhodia brand is a favorite.) Qty: 1 pad, or about 20 sheets.
P214. Blank Rhodia paper, or any other plain blank paper of your choice (even copier paper or cartridge paper is fine); letter-size/A4 size or larger. Qty: at least 10 sheets.
PS42, PS47, PA42, PS115, PS01 PA03, PS120, PA110, or PS110. Watercolor paper of your choice, white or off-white, something fairly smooth and non-bleeding (generally Hot Press is preferable to Cold Press or Rough Press). Medium weight (about 140#) is suggested but not required. Qty: At least one (large) full sheet OR 6 letter-size/A4 size sheets (or larger). Some suggested watercolor papers are:
– Arches Hot Press, 90# or 140#; an all-purpose favorite
– Fabriano Artistico Hot Press, 140#; another all-purpose favorite
– Arches Text Wove; a favorite for all drawing and painting projects but NOT for calligraphy
– Lanaquarelle Hot Press, 140#
– Stonehenge Aqua Hot Press, 140#
– Stonehenge Hot Press