This Scottish counted cross stitch pattern entitled Fatlips Castle, Scotland photographed by Sonya Kate Wilson shows the ruins of Fatlips Castle situated in the Scottish Borders overlooking the River Teviot. It was built in the 16th century by the Turnbulls. Its original purpose was for a place to set bonfires to warn residents at a nearby castle (Bedrule Castle) of impending doom. The castle gets its unusual name because it is said that gentlemen who entered the ruin were behaving in a way with less discretion by greeting a lady with a kiss which was considered rather forward for that time period. I love this image because it has a dream-like quality as the trees are waving in the wind and the grasses toward the bottom seem to be reaching upward towards the tower. No blended colors are used in our patterns. We only use an abundance of solid colors as it produces a more realistic effect. Only full cross stitches are used in our designs.
Photography: Sonya Kate Wilson
Stitch Count: 324w x 216h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 23-1/8w X 15-3/8h in |
| 16 Count, 20-1/4w X 13-1/2h in |
| 18 Count, 18w X 12h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 14-5/8w X 9-3/4h in |
Number of Colors Used: 110
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.
