The Celts themselves left very little in the way of records, and most symbols are interpreted by archaeologists and other scholars who study the symbols in context. Some ancient Celtic symbols have changed in meaning over time, having been influenced by the introduction of Christianity and the influence of other cultures.
A general rule of thumb is: the shape of the design often determines the "meaning" of a knotwork design- triskele and trefoil shapes should be regarded as triskeles, bird, fish, and animal designs represent the attributes of the animal, etc. Circles represent unity or eternity, spirals reincarnation or cycles of life and rebirth, triangles and trefoils the threefold dominions of earth, sea, and sky. Squares or four-fold shapes are shield knots, symbols of protection from spirits or malevolent influence. Interlaced animals and men usually represent relationships, or emphasize the interdependence of mankind and nature.
i have been looking for a good tattoo of a butterfly…i really like the celtic knotwork so i would like that to be integrated somehow…its hard to find a good design and i was wondering if anyone can lead me to where i can find some good designs
How about this one??
http://images.google.com/images?hl=en&q=Celtic%20butterfly&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wi
I am thinking of getting a tattoo and I need to get some ideas. My sister has this cool one that represents tranquility. I just got out of rehab about 18 months ago and have been clean since. Im looking for some symbols (Celtic, Ancient, Japanese, Indian, American, etc.) that would represent freedom. I am a college graduate and I am not stupid, please try to help me!!
Any species of bird is common, typically because it represents the freedom of being trapped in a cage.
Breaking chains/ropes
I’m looking for a pattern using celtic knot work in cables. I would like to find something other than the basic celtic cable, and after a few days of searching, I’m not finding anything more intricate. I would like to make a blanket, with either interlocking knot work, or something in which I can have a repeating pattern of the trinity knot or a celtic cross. I dunno something other than the basic celtic cable. Thank-you for your time and help.
Here’s one with an 8-stranded braid that should be a challenge for anyone: http://ittakesballstoknit.com/?p=530
If you haven’t met Janet Szabo, the "queen of cables," you might enjoy her web site and her books: http://www.bigskyknitting.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=SFNT&Store_Code=BSK
This one http://www.interweavestore.com/Knitting/Patterns/Celtic-Tote.html?a=ke100324 is a $5.50 download that you can adapt for a blanket. It certainly seems to fit your description.
My boyfriend is Irish and thinking of having a Celtic Tatoo arm band, any ideas.
There’s always the claddagh or just some knot work, a harp, shamrocks (of course) and the tree of life. If he wanted something different he could look into getting the New Grange design Incorporated into the band. I just don’t see the New Grange stuff much
http://www.knowth.com/newgrange.htm
please let me know some , thanks so much if yous do 
When we talk about Celtic art, we are generally referring to early medieval Irish and British art, which exhibited certain ornamental characteristics. The term can refer to artistic objects produced by Celtic peoples elsewhere, as the site below indicates, but this material is hard to characterize as representing one type of art with specific and limited features.
On the site, scroll down to "Early Middle Ages" and focus on Ireland, Wales, and Scotland. Be sure to click on the link to "Insular Art."
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The Celtic cross pre dates Christianity.
The equal armed or elemental cross represents the Earth or the physical realm.
The circle is a symbol of the heavens or the eternal world.
So the Celtic cross represents the union of Heaven and Earth, the physical and the eternal.
I’m looking for a horseshoe tattoo using celtic knotwork but have not been able to fine any sites with them. Please help me.
http://www.celticmerchant.com/horseshoe-celtic-knots-necklace.html good luck
celtic are the recently crowned champions 2006, the clinched the title in the match against hearts defeating them 1-0 at celtic park on wed 5th april 2006, with the big fella johnny hartson scoring a lovely volley from 25 yards.
Celtic have won the Scottish League 40 times. 11 as the SPL and 29 as the old Scottish 1st Division.