I've watched a few tutorials on making a St Brigid's cross but this is definitely the best. Top marks , especially for the method of finishing off with rushes instead of thread or rubber bands.
*I am celebrating Imbolc for the first time, but there is too much snow to find rushes here in Northern Michigan, so I am going to try this with the white pine needles from a fallen tree I had collected this Winter.* *It will be a small cross, but I am going to give it a try.*
I love this tutorial. I live in south Florida and have never seen rushes like this. I have used the fronds from the Chamaedorea, Dracaena and Creeping Lilly Turf, which are more delicate, but work well. I can tie a proper knot for the ends of if I am careful. Thank you for this video.
Best Tutorial - I especially love the respect you showed by biting the previously made Cross by adding the Goddess’ cross to the fire to burn. You are very connected to Bridget. Goddess Blessings
@@aclark903 she was a Celtic goddess, then when Christians came they converted her to a saint because the Celts wouldn't budge from their worship. Imbolc became Candlemas.
I made mine out of Rough Horsetail which is a type of Rush. Since it is still pretty cold here in Canada, where I am at. Though the grounds are starting to thaw and I saw a whole bunch of Rough Horsetail. My St. Brigid's cross didn't turn out as pretty as yours but it is still cool
Very good tutorial. Thank you! Many years ago, in Ireland, I learned on St. Brigid's day how to make a cross with a triangular shape in the center; instead of a square. I forgot how we made it. Would you know?
Mr Undakava, I agree with Margaret: Yours is by far the best video. About tying the ends together: Do you try to keep the strands in a single layer, or do you let them stack up like a handful of uncooked spaghetti?
So the grasses don't need to be dried a bit first - does it tend to get mildewy if you work with them right from the boggy ground? Would love to try it
I used 1/4in flat oval reeds to make mine. Bought them dried and rehydrated them before bending. You only need around 25ft. I made 22 cuts, 12in length each.
I need to master how to make Brigid's crosses out of rushes so I can help save ole Ireland. Northern Ireland belongs to ireland. It is the emerald isle. I know a few cookie Irish men that need the Brigid's cross and st. Brigid's day February 1st. Blessed be. End harm none.
𝘼𝙣 𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙩, the Irish postal service, issued commemorative stamps on St Brigid’s Day, 2024. One is Brigid’s Cross, and the other is for the Imbolc festival. I ordered a set (they ship internationally).
I love this and use it every Imbolc for my cross.
I've watched a few tutorials on making a St Brigid's cross but this is definitely the best. Top marks , especially for the method of finishing off with rushes instead of thread or rubber bands.
Absolutely lovely! What a wonderful way to light up the new solar year ahead! Thank you for a great tutorial!
*I am celebrating Imbolc for the first time, but there is too much snow to find rushes here in Northern Michigan, so I am going to try this with the white pine needles from a fallen tree I had collected this Winter.* *It will be a small cross, but I am going to give it a try.*
I love this tutorial. I live in south Florida and have never seen rushes like this. I have used the fronds from the Chamaedorea, Dracaena and Creeping Lilly Turf, which are more delicate, but work well. I can tie a proper knot for the ends of if I am careful.
Thank you for this video.
Best tutorial on this I have seen. Very well demonstrated. Can't wait to have a go.
I loved learning how to make this. Your video was a joy to watch and was easy to follow!
I also liked that you explained what to do with the cross.
Brighd bless you Mr Undakava. Thank you for send me This video. Perfect Brighid 'Cross tutorial.
Best Tutorial - I especially love the respect you showed by biting the previously made Cross by adding the Goddess’ cross to the fire to burn. You are very connected to Bridget. Goddess Blessings
Bridget is a saint, not a goddess.
She's both actually. Honor her in your way and let others honor her in theirs.
@@IrishIvy1987 Delusional.
@@aclark903 she was a Celtic goddess, then when Christians came they converted her to a saint because the Celts wouldn't budge from their worship. Imbolc became Candlemas.
@@djjones141 No, you are missing a stage. Was she named after a Celtic idol? Probably. Then she became a saint.
Omg happy at Brigid's day guys hope you all are doing great and amazing tutorial I loved it
Excellent tutorial ,really clear lesson ,beautiful result ,made my first one for Candlemas
How beautiful. Cute decoration on Imbolc. But this is made of fresh grass... in my region we have snow till the end of March.
Thank you for sharing this. Lovely. Appreciated.
Great Video. Thanks for posting. ; )
Thank you, I just made my first one ever. Great tutorial.
Happy Imbolc/Saint Brigid’s Day! I live in America so I’m using cattails!
Thank you so much for sharing! This was a great tutorial.
Love it. Such a beautiful tradition.
Beautiful , you make it look so EZ...will have to try for next Season...TY
i would like to visit Ireland, , when I have the money to go. thanks for sharing this about making St Brigid's Cross
Beautiful. My daughter and I thank you.
Beautiful demonstration
Superb! Thank you for this lesson.
I made mine out of Rough Horsetail which is a type of Rush. Since it is still pretty cold here in Canada, where I am at. Though the grounds are starting to thaw and I saw a whole bunch of Rough Horsetail. My St. Brigid's cross didn't turn out as pretty as yours but it is still cool
I cant find rushes in New England! Is there an alternative?
Brilliant demonstration thank you
That is a good Brigid's cross I must complement. I hope that I get that good at it.
Very good tutorial. Thank you! Many years ago, in Ireland, I learned on St. Brigid's day how to make a cross with a triangular shape in the center; instead of a square. I forgot how we made it. Would you know?
Thank you for a very informant video. Think I got it now🙏🏻
that is a lovely tutorial, thank u. In this year, I will weave my first brigid cross :) and next year I will burn my first :D
Mr Undakava, I agree with Margaret: Yours is by far the best video.
About tying the ends together: Do you try to keep the strands in a single layer, or do you let them stack up like a handful of uncooked spaghetti?
I tried to do just that. But, it falls apart, at a certain stage. It doesn't stay in 1 block, the way the video shows.
Genial!!! Thank you. I'm looking for next Imbolc. I hope find green grass.
That was relaxing.
Wonderful! Thank you.
Thank you for this! I used to make these when I was little and now I'll be showing my littles.
Thank you!!! Great knowledge!
Thank you. I could make St.Brigid's cross for your video.
So the grasses don't need to be dried a bit first - does it tend to get mildewy if you work with them right from the boggy ground? Would love to try it
Yup at Brigid 🔛🔝
amazing
Very interesting!
just perfect, it´s a pity here in Brazil there´s nothing like this greem thing. so beautiful.
Some people use plastic drinks straws or other materials. Experiment!
I used 1/4in flat oval reeds to make mine. Bought them dried and rehydrated them before bending. You only need around 25ft. I made 22 cuts, 12in length each.
I need to master how to make Brigid's crosses out of rushes so I can help save ole Ireland. Northern Ireland belongs to ireland. It is the emerald isle. I know a few cookie Irish men that need the Brigid's cross and st. Brigid's day February 1st. Blessed be. End harm none.
Marvelous tutorial. Many greetings for learn me! Her bless you always.
This guy has major Bob Ross energy.
Thank you ✨
Thank you! perfectly explained!
I tried wtih straw... not so beautiful but is my firs time ;-)
Agriturismo Borgo Spante San Venanzo Straw makes a lovely cross, just soak it well before use
I will try tomorrow
No matter how hard I try I just can't do it.
It’s pretty
Has anyone tried to make a bread using this cross method? Or would that be sacrilegious?
It's harder than it looks lol
𝘼𝙣 𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙩, the Irish postal service, issued commemorative stamps on St Brigid’s Day, 2024. One is Brigid’s Cross, and the other is for the Imbolc festival. I ordered a set (they ship internationally).