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Among the most popular designs found in Irish tattoos are that of the claddaugh and clover. While there are other variations and images that can be used in Irish tattoos, these are two of the most widely requested and are not confined to only those who are of Irish descent but are universal symbols enjoyed by everyone.

Irish tattoos - the claddaugh

The claddaugh is a symbol of love and features a heart in the center, which is embraced by a pair of hands. If the claddaugh is facing away from your heart, it means that your heart is available. If, on the other hand, the claddaugh is pointing toward your heart, it means that your heart is taken. This symbol is common not only in Irish tattoos, but also a popular design in jewelry with the most notable being rings.

Irish tattoos - the clover

The clover, which is another popular design of Irish tattoos, is most widely recognized as a symbol of good luck. The four leaf clover especially is considered good fortune and, as such, is a popular design in not only Irish tattoos but for anyone who wishes to have good luck with them wherever they go. Because a clover would be small, it could be tattooed almost anywhere, including the neck, arm, shoulder, lower back, ankle, etc.

Most tattoo parlors will have image samples of designs that they can provide, but individuals may also want to consider having a more active role in the outcome of their tattoo. An example would be someone who flips through magazines or searches for art renderings in order to find a unique image that they would like to have recreated as a tattoo. Irish tattoos are used to define meanings and imagery, but are not confined to only those who are Irish as is evident with the claddaugh and/or clover designs.

Before the purchase or application of Irish tattoos, an individual should make sure that the artist is properly trained and licensed to produce a safe and quality tattoo. Any tattoo, including Irish tattoos, is not to be applied by an amateur or anyone who has not been properly trained in the handling and sterilization of tattoo equipment. If you have any questions about the safety of your tattoo, be sure to ask the artist who applies it. He/she will bandage the site of the tattoo and provide you with instructions on how to avoid infection and general care for the site until it has completely healed.

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