Celtic Inspiration Blog

  • Celtic Symbols – Butterfly

    The butterfly was a request for a request for a wedding, so how could I resist! When I created this design, I incorporated the majestic beauty of the butterfly with the whimsy of their flight patterns. It also forced me to modify my typical style; this is the first time I varied the line thicknesses…

  • Celtic Symbols – Bear

    I made this bear because I’ve always liked bears and what they represent, but I had a hard time finding one that was neither too cute nor too ferocious. They symbolize strength, compassion, courage and wisdom, but can also be very powerful when pushed too far. This is my second design iteration of the bear….

  • Celtic Symbols – Oak Acorn

    I have always loved oak trees and acorns because they are a symbol of strength, growth, prosperity, and good luck. When I started to design this knot, I wanted to capture the acorn’s simplicity along with the complexity behind the simple facade. The final knot looks simple, but if you follow the path created by…

  • Celtic Symbols Quick Reference

    I often get questions about the meanings of the Celtic symbols I use.  In the following weeks I will be going into how I created my designs and what they symbolize. To get you started here is a quick reference guide. Acorn – Strength & Prosperity Bear – Courage & Compassion Butterfly – Beauty & Understanding Dragon – Magic…

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