Sheela Na Gig Sticker

Brought to the IMMA Shop by Aoife Cawley Art, keep reading for more information on these iconic stickers!

Sheela na Gigs (also spelled as Síle na Gig) are mysterious carvings found on castles, cathedrals, and churches. While Sheela can be found in Europe and the UK, she is most commonly found in Ireland. Sheela was often above doorways and windows and while her meaning is mysterious and is still debated, it is thought that she:

• Kept bad spirits out

• Depicted an ancient Celtic goddess

• Was used to bring fertility

• Was a warning against lust

Whatever she was at she can be interpreted today as a feminist icon. Gwan Sheela!

Now you can stick Sheela on your phone/laptop/notebook/etc to protect yourself from bad spirits, show your devotion to the ancient Celtic goddess, bring you fertility, or just to symbolise Ireland’s ancient past.