This Irish counted cross stitch pattern entitled Colleen designed by Tracey Marvel Kramer shows a portrait of an Irish woman named Colleen. Interestingly enough, the name in Ireland means "girl" and is derived from the Old Irish word "caile" which means "woman" or "countrywoman." It's a generic name used in Ireland to refer to a "girl" or "woman." The image that is attached to the name "Colleen" is sometimes an Irish woman with flaming red hair and blue eyes; however, the true identity would be a woman with dark hair, fair skin and blue eyes. Although the name is used in Ireland as a generic word, it rarely is used in Ireland to name a girl baby but instead is used in countries like Australia, Great Britain and the United States. Colleen in this scene is dressed in a teal dress trimmed with white ruffles and a matching hat with flowers. Only full cross stitches are used in our patterns. No blended colors are used. We only use an abundance of solid colors as it produces a more realistic effect.
Artist: Tracey Marvel Kramer
Stitch Count: 252w x 320h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 18w X 22-3/4h in |
| 16 Count, 15-3/4w X 20h in |
| 18 Count, 14w X 17-3/4h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 11-3/8w X 14-1/2h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 84
What you will receive!!! Our patterns arrive with a color visual photo of finished design, wash and care instructions, handy tips for working the pattern, instruction sheet detailing color of fabric, sizes, a complete color listing including number of skeins to purchase. The pages are safely enclosed in a clear, reclosable polybag.
