How to make a ‘Twelve Rush’ St. Brigid’s Cross Here is another St. Brigid’s Cross design found around the country. This 12 rush version was found in Wexford and is one of my favourites. Very easy to make and well worth a try. I’ve still a few more to share with you, so please LIKE this page to keep updated. Text: Michael Fortune | folklore.ie

Making a St. Brigid’s Cross - an Easy Step by Step Guide Here is a little video of me demonstrating how to make a St. Brigid’s Cross which was filmed on the kitchen table this morning. I have been making them for the past 40 years and never tire of gathering the rushes and making them on the 31st of January, the Eve of St. Brigid’s Day. Here is a technique I developed in schools over the years using a clock as a guide for children. This works for everyone to be honest, young or old and all you n

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