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!

Congrats!Congrats!

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All pictures are from Lisa Keenan and Louise Carey – except those with sources…