Can we personalise the message on the front cover and inside?
Yes! Just locate the design you wish to purchase and 1) use the two drop-down menus to complete the phrase "Happy Birthday John" or "Merry Christmas Sue" and click on the 'BUY NOW' button. This method provides you with a blank inside for you to write your own message. 2) Alternatively use the second method where you simply type in your message for the front AND inside. Again, when you have finished click on the 'BUY NOW' button. to a visual theme from the links above and then, using the simple 'BUY NOW' box on each page, select your unique personal message to be printed on the front cover (eg: Happy Birthday Mum). The inside is left blank for you to add your personal message.

Do I have to use Paypal?
Absolutely not! Just use your Credit Card (see No: 1 above) or just send an email with your instructions to enquiry@celtic-1.co.uk and send your payment (Sterling cheques payable to Peter Kitchin) by post to Celtic Cards, Bron Elliw, Rhyd y Sarn, Gwynedd LL41 4NT. All this will not cost you an extra penny - the postage also is free to any address in the UK (please order a minimum of six cards for addresses outside the UK).

Can you print my card and post it to my favourite Aunt at the last minute?
Again, Yes! Just give us the details when you pay by Paypal* or send a separate e-mail to enquiry@celtic-1.co.uk. *You will find a section titled "Any Additional Instructions" when you start the Paypal payment process. Alternatively, telephone your instruction to 01766 762693. All card orders received before 3 p.m. and post 1st Class in the morning of the following working day.

How do we achieve such high quality prints?
Our prints are created from high-resolution digital images scanned directly from original paintings using the best quality ink and paper/card stock available. This results in colour saturation and graphic detail that exceeds most other types of image reproduction.
The process we use is call Giclée. The word 'Giclée' (pronounced Gee'clay) is French and means to squirt or spray. Because of this new technology conventional screens are not required and therefore you will not be able to identify the usual annoying dot pattern associated with traditional reprographics. This new approach to fine-art printing also means that the whole range of tones and hues from the original painting can be reproduced. Add this to the fact that Giclée can be printed on virtually any surface from high-gloss flat surface, to watercolour or canvas and you will appreciate the fact that we can bring you a print that almost exactly mirrors the original!.
Even museums have realized the vast potential of this technology and have made Giclée editions a permanent part of their collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), Museum of Modern Art (San Francisco) and Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles) to name a few.

Why do we use Giclée?
Apart from the vastly improved reproduction of our artwork as discussed above, this technique also means that all orders are generally executed on the day received and the printing process and quality control is carried out and assessed by the only person eligible - the artist him/herself!

How do I pay for my prints or cards?
Most of our clients find it easier to pay on-line using Paypal. This is a secure, fast, online facility enabling you to use any of the more popular credit or debit cards. A confirmation email will be sent to you immediately and, because we do not have to wait for cheques to 'clear', your order is usually sent the following day. If you do not have a Paypal account do not worry. Setting up an account is easy and only takes a few minutes. Just click on: https://www.paypal.com/

Payment can also be made without opening a Paypal account by using any of the above credit cards. Just make your purchase choice, click on the "BUY NOW" button, and follow on-screen instructions.
You can also pay by post. Just send your order details and payment (GB cheque, money order or bank draft in GB pounds payable to Peter Kitchin) to: Celtic Cards, Bron Elliw, Rhyd y Sarn, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd LL41 4NT, Wales, UK. If you send a cheque, we will not be able to despatched until it has cleared (usually takes 4/5 days).

I don't live in the UK, how can I work out the cost of your cards and prints in my own currency?
No problem, just click on the following link for an instant 'live time' conversion: Personal Currency Converter

Do I pay extra for packing, postage and VAT?

We do not charge for VAT but charge extra for packing and postage anywhere in the world as follows:
Total order value £0.01 - £3.00 = £0.50
Total order value £3.01 - £10.00 = £0.95
Total order value £10.01 - £15.00 = £1.85
Total order value £15.01 - £25.00 = £4.00
        Total order value £25.01 + = £8.25
This is only a contribution and does not represent the true cost of packing and postage.

Can I view my order now?
Yes! If you wish to view your order now, make changes, or proceed to checkout please click here:

I cannot find the exact card I am looking for - can I design my own cards by selecting my own images and inscription?
Yes! To create your own cards with your own inscription, design and typography, just click on the following link: www.celtic-1.me.uk

The portfolio below illustrates just some of the watercolours of Welsh Cobs and other animals by Rebecca and is just a small selection of the images available.