The Celts have a proud tradition and a rich history. Their jewelry designs reflect this rich tradition and are beautiful and intricate and have been admired for hundreds, if not thousands of years. Celtic jewellery designs include Celtic crosses, Celtic knot rings, pendants and earrings are desired by many and look exquisite whether worked in gold, silver or nowadays often in stainless steel.

Celtic Cross Crosses

Celtic knot crosses are an enduring and well loved design said to be created by St Patrick by drawing a Latin cross surmounted by a circle. Some believe that the four arms of the cross symbolise the four elements, air, fire, earth and water, while others believe that they represent the four points of the compass. A further belief is that they represent four elements of human existence, heart, mind, body and soul.

Celtic Knot Designs

The intricate patterns of knots that distinguish Celtic knot designs are well known. While many people assign meanings to the different knots it is doubtful if these meanings are can be attributed to the Celts themselves. Some knots may have had meanings but they were different for different regions and for different tribes and probably also changed over time.

Some people also believe that they also were supposed to keep away evil spirits. One general belief is that the knots represent eternity and connectedness of all things. A definitive meaning for the knots has never been set down, but this can only add to their attraction and mystery.

Claddagh Rings

Claddagh rings are thought to have originated in the town of Claddagh in Galway and are a beloved symbol of Irish sentiment and culture. The design of a heart symbolises love and is topped by a crown that symbolises loyalty. Both are held in two hands that symbolises friendship. “Let love and friendship reign.” Is the usual sentiment expressed when giving a Claddagh ring.

During the time of the Celts, Claddagh rings were used as wedding bands and were worn on the right hand. If the heart was worn turned outward the wearer was unattached. If turned inwards the wearer was acknowledging that they were ‘attached’. A Claddagh ring was worn on the left hand with the heart turned towards the inside after marriage.

Image by shadowtech and Leo Reynolds and Royal Claddagh

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The Celtic Knot Irish Session — Tuesday, Jan 22, 2008

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Handmade wood burned Celtic knot Ouija board.

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Handmade wood burned Celtic knot Ouija board.

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Celtic knots are a variety of (mostly endless) knots and stylized graphical representations of knots used for decoration, adopted by the ancient Celts. Though Celtic knots were being created in Polytheistic Celtic times, these knots are most known for their adaptation for use in the ornamentation of Christian monuments and manuscripts like the 8th century Book of Kells.

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Me trying my hand at drawing celtic knots. Thanks popparoc!

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Das ist mein erster Versuch einen keltischen Knoten nach Vorbild von popparoc46 zu zeichnen, wenn jemand tips geben kann, bitte schreiben!

This is my first try of drawing a celtic knot alike popparoc46 does in her turorial vid. If you have tips or tricks, how i may do it better, please tell me!

Thanks, greetz

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This is my favorite bun. It is pictured often on my site.
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The most important tip in making this bun, is for your loop to be as tight as comfortably possible. You’ll see I like to wrap the beginning loop of hair around 3 fingers; some people use 2. Just don’t use your whole hand or wrist and you’ll be fine. A loose wrap will make the whole updo unstable.

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Prices subject to change. Please visit www.hsn.com or call 1-800-284-3100 for the current selling price. Inspired by Ireland’s patron saint of seafarers, our Ashling Aine sterling silver Celtic knot dolphin pin celebrates man’s bond with the ocean’s most loveable sea mammal. The openwork, dolphin-shaped pin encases a swirl of Celtic knots tangled with a Ribbon of Life knot, beautifully reflecting upon the balanced energy of flowing water. “The Brendan” Sterling Silver Celtic Knot Dolphin Pin Features: Measures approx. 1″L x 2-1/2″W Stem-and-clutch closure Polished Stamped .925 Boxed Keywords: Home Shopping Network, HSN, HSN TV Ashling Aine Sterling Silver “The Brendan” Celtic Knot Dolphin Pin…

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This is a Celtic Knot painted on a Rubik’s Cube. Despite being scrambled the pattern stays, altho some sides are harder to tell than others.

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