How to make a St. Brigid’s Cross
Step 1: Gather 16 pieces of reed.
If you can’t find reeds, you could
also use pipe cleaners or straw!
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Step 2: Take the shortest one and hold upright.
Step 3: Take a second straw and fold it in the
middle. Wrap it around the first straw at the centre.
Step 4: Take a third straw and wrap it around the
second straw and pull tight.
Step 5: Take a fourth straw and wrap it around the
third straw and pull tight.
Step 6: Take a fifth straw and wrap it around the
fourth straw and pull tight.
Step 7: Take a sixth straw and wrap it around the
fifth straw.
Repeat these steps….
Tie rubber bands at the end of each arm and cut the ends for a
fine finish!
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You now have a St. Brigid’s Cross!
C o n g r a t s !C o n g r a t s !
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All pictures are from Lisa Keenan and Louise Carey – except those with sources…