Crós Bríde FPP pattern
This FPP pattern, based on the St Brigid’s Cross or Crós Bríde, was inspired by my mother’s love of this Celtic symbol, many of which hung in our family home, some hand-woven out of reeds by my aunts. This pattern includes 3 versions of the cross for you to use, from a simple design to more complex piecing (see images).
The Crós Bríde is a traditional Irish symbol, intricately woven out of rushes collected at the beginning of spring. The craft of weaving the Crós has been passed down through the generations and it is said to bring good luck and protection to the home where it hangs. Often a gift to newlyweds, the woven cross represents the inter-connection of nature and all life. The centre of the cross symbolizes the sun, growth and fertility. The four arms represent the Celtic elements of earth, air, fire and water.
Brigid, who belonged to an ancient race of Irish gods and goddesses the Tuatha Dé Danann, was revered for her many powers and attributes. Associated with light, healing, poetry and smithcraft, she is linked to the hearth and so is believed to bring warmth and light to people’s homes. Seen also as a defender of women and children, Brigid embodied the strength and grace of a women and was believed to have the power to heal and to bring fertility. Because of this strong, empowering femininity, her devotees looked to her for guidance and inspiration for their mind, body and spirit.
As the goddess of fertility, Brigid, was seen to embody springtime energy and so is celebrated on the feast of Imbolc (St. Brigid’s Day) on February 1st which marks the beginning of Spring in the Celtic calendar. This is a time when the land begins to awaken from its winter slumber and new flowers begin to bloom. Brigid is said to be responsible for the growth of new crops and the birthing of animals: the healer of the sick and a bringer of fertility. She was a passionate protector of nature and caretaker of animals and all living things.
This #crosbridefpp pattern is my way to share this tradition of springtime hope with you! Wishing the warmth of a happy home; the comfort of good health and peace from troubles, for you! It is a tribute to my tailoress mother, to my Irish family’s roots and to all empowering woman everywhere who passionately protect and care for life!
This FPP pattern, based on the St Brigid’s Cross or Crós Bríde, was inspired by my mother’s love of this Celtic symbol, many of which hung in our family home, some hand-woven out of reeds by my aunts. This pattern includes 3 versions of the cross for you to use, from a simple design to more complex piecing (see images).
The Crós Bríde is a traditional Irish symbol, intricately woven out of rushes collected at the beginning of spring. The craft of weaving the Crós has been passed down through the generations and it is said to bring good luck and protection to the home where it hangs. Often a gift to newlyweds, the woven cross represents the inter-connection of nature and all life. The centre of the cross symbolizes the sun, growth and fertility. The four arms represent the Celtic elements of earth, air, fire and water.
Brigid, who belonged to an ancient race of Irish gods and goddesses the Tuatha Dé Danann, was revered for her many powers and attributes. Associated with light, healing, poetry and smithcraft, she is linked to the hearth and so is believed to bring warmth and light to people’s homes. Seen also as a defender of women and children, Brigid embodied the strength and grace of a women and was believed to have the power to heal and to bring fertility. Because of this strong, empowering femininity, her devotees looked to her for guidance and inspiration for their mind, body and spirit.
As the goddess of fertility, Brigid, was seen to embody springtime energy and so is celebrated on the feast of Imbolc (St. Brigid’s Day) on February 1st which marks the beginning of Spring in the Celtic calendar. This is a time when the land begins to awaken from its winter slumber and new flowers begin to bloom. Brigid is said to be responsible for the growth of new crops and the birthing of animals: the healer of the sick and a bringer of fertility. She was a passionate protector of nature and caretaker of animals and all living things.
This #crosbridefpp pattern is my way to share this tradition of springtime hope with you! Wishing the warmth of a happy home; the comfort of good health and peace from troubles, for you! It is a tribute to my tailoress mother, to my Irish family’s roots and to all empowering woman everywhere who passionately protect and care for life!
This FPP pattern, based on the St Brigid’s Cross or Crós Bríde, was inspired by my mother’s love of this Celtic symbol, many of which hung in our family home, some hand-woven out of reeds by my aunts. This pattern includes 3 versions of the cross for you to use, from a simple design to more complex piecing (see images).
The Crós Bríde is a traditional Irish symbol, intricately woven out of rushes collected at the beginning of spring. The craft of weaving the Crós has been passed down through the generations and it is said to bring good luck and protection to the home where it hangs. Often a gift to newlyweds, the woven cross represents the inter-connection of nature and all life. The centre of the cross symbolizes the sun, growth and fertility. The four arms represent the Celtic elements of earth, air, fire and water.
Brigid, who belonged to an ancient race of Irish gods and goddesses the Tuatha Dé Danann, was revered for her many powers and attributes. Associated with light, healing, poetry and smithcraft, she is linked to the hearth and so is believed to bring warmth and light to people’s homes. Seen also as a defender of women and children, Brigid embodied the strength and grace of a women and was believed to have the power to heal and to bring fertility. Because of this strong, empowering femininity, her devotees looked to her for guidance and inspiration for their mind, body and spirit.
As the goddess of fertility, Brigid, was seen to embody springtime energy and so is celebrated on the feast of Imbolc (St. Brigid’s Day) on February 1st which marks the beginning of Spring in the Celtic calendar. This is a time when the land begins to awaken from its winter slumber and new flowers begin to bloom. Brigid is said to be responsible for the growth of new crops and the birthing of animals: the healer of the sick and a bringer of fertility. She was a passionate protector of nature and caretaker of animals and all living things.
This #crosbridefpp pattern is my way to share this tradition of springtime hope with you! Wishing the warmth of a happy home; the comfort of good health and peace from troubles, for you! It is a tribute to my tailoress mother, to my Irish family’s roots and to all empowering woman everywhere who passionately protect and care for life!
