The designer of the Bayeux Tapestry also included little details that the casual viewer might miss. Here are ten images to take a second look at.

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In this list we see a combination of two of my favorite things - ancient (well mostly) history and warriors. While most of these warrior groups come from ancient history - one or two come close to modern history. They all, undoubtedly, belong on this list. Please mention other groups who might be considered for a future list in the comments.

As 2016 begins, the recent public interest in hunting for royal burials shows no sign of abating.

The 70-meter-long embroidery also features 35 dogs, three women, and an astral phenomenon.

Spared bombing during World War II, the cobblestoned medieval city of Bayeux France is home to the Norman Bayeux Cathedral, the Bayeux Tapestries at the Bayeux Tapestry Museum, a British war cemetery from World War II and the Bayeux museum of the battle of Normandy.

Authentic 11th century stitching technique (as used in the Bayeux Tapestry). Kit includes: * navy linen * pure British crewel wool (Appletons) * 2 x DMC needles * printed design for transferring * gift - handmade needle book with hand painted medieval illumination * PDF instructions to download - 15 pages of colour photographs of processes, reference photographs with charts, illustrations, tips and techniques. Clear and comprehensive. Design sourced from 1500's tapestry. Actual design size 13 cm (w) x 11 cm (h). Ongoing personal support.

Like most periods in history, the era of knights evolved gradually. The term "knight" originates from the Anglo-Saxon name for a boy: "cniht". Indeed, most early knights were not much more than hired…

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Inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry and the meme, this 'Field of Fucks' pattern features medieval figures, a topsy-turvy house, and a barren field, devoid of all fucks. The font is a recreation of the original tapestry-look writing, and the whole pattern is enclosed within a maroon border. "Behold the field in which I grow my fucks. Lay thine eyes upon it and thou shalt see that it is barren" **Now includes Old English text version, translated by the amazing Kate R and female figure and alternate skin / hair colours** Don't want to stitch it? Buy it ready-made, here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/638991509/ Or buy it as a kit, here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/566279766/cross-stitch-kit-field-of-fucks-counted Please note, this is an instant download PDF pattern, NOT a finished item! This will produce a stitched piece approximately 14" x 8.5" on 14 count Aida*. You will need 13 different thread colours: we have recommended some DMC thread colours in the pattern, but you can use whichever colours you prefer. For a 10" x 8" version, see here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/749833788/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note, this is an instant download PDF pattern, NOT a finished item! You will receive five PDF files: • 'How to Cross Stitch' guide including all stitches you will need for this project • Pattern over 1 page (US Letter paper - Original Version) • Pattern over 1 page (A4 Letter paper - Original Version) • Pattern over 1 page (US Letter paper - Old English Version) • Alternate female figure plus skin / hair colour variations All pattern files feature 3 versions of the pattern: black symbols, colour symbols, black symbols on coloured squares. Please note: As Etsy only allows 5 files per listing, the following files are available to download via our website (instructions on how to download are included in the listing files): • Pattern over 4 pages (A4 paper - Original Version) • Pattern over 4 pages (US Letter paper - Original Version) • Pattern over 8 pages (A4 paper - Original Version) • Pattern over 8 pages (US Letter paper - Original Version) • Large Print / Pattern over 18 pages (A4 paper - Original Version) • Large Print /Pattern over 18 pages (US Letter paper - Original Version) • Pattern Keeper-compatible file (Original Version) • Pattern over 1 page (A4 paper - Old English Version) • Large Print / Pattern over 18 pages (A4 paper - Old English Version) • Large Print /Pattern over 18 pages (US Letter paper - Old English Version) • Pattern Keeper-compatible file (Old English Version) Stitches required: • Full crosses • Backstitching • French knots (can be substituted with beads or omitted entirely if preferred) You will need: • Fabric (we recommend cream 14 count Aida cloth; the last 3 photos are sewn on DMC beige Aida) • Embroidery thread / floss (pattern lists DMC brand colour codes but you can use any type) • Embroidery needle • Scissors / thread snippers *Sizing (196 x 116 stitches): • 14 count: 14" x 8.3" • 18 count: 10.9" x 6.4" All patterns are designed and created by Helen of Fandom Cross Stitchery; please do not redistribute or sell my designs.

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The Bayeux tapestry is not only a pictorial history of the Norman invasion of England -- it's also a 900-year-old work of art. Its unique stitch had fallen out of use over the centuries, but now a woman in Bayeux is leading a worldwide revival of interest in tapestry and the Bayeux stitch.

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