Pattern Saint Brigid’s Cross


Designed and Made by Nikki Foley Quilt Size 12” (30.48 cm) Square


For this February, Nikki Foley created a Saint Brigid’s cross using bias strips. Choosing from a selection of bias tape creations within our tutorial (on page XX) this cross is an easy make.


WOF means width of fabric.


Materials 3yd (91.5cm) of bias strips for cross ⅛yd (11.43cm) fabric for binding 12½” (30.48) square of background 15½” ( 39.3cm) square of wadding 15½” ( 39.3cm) square of backing


Piecing Instructions


Cross 1. Using the illustrations, construct the cross with four bias strips in each direction.


Nikki’s Tip Secure strips in place by pinning to background surface.


2. Press cross as whole. Manipulate cross interlocks for the desired look. Te ends of bias strips may be stitched down or left to create a natural edging.


3. Press background fabric and fold in twice in half to crease centre placement.


4. Using crease mark, stitch cross into place using preferred method, zigzag or hand stitching.


1. 2. Cutting Instructions


16 12½” bias strips 2 2½” x WOF strips for binding


Saint Brigid’s Cross


Traditionally, the belief is a Brigid’s Cross protects your home from fire and evil. It is usually made from rushes or straw. It comprises a woven square in the centre and four radials tied at the ends.


Brigid’s crosses are associated with Brigid of Kildare, who is venerated as one of the patron saints of Ireland. The crosses are traditionally made on 1 February, on Lá Fhéile Bhríde, St. Brigid’s feast day.


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