Tonight is St Brigid’s eve so don’t forget to leave a cloth or scarf outside to be blessed by the saint as she passes. Known as a ‘Bratog Bride’ in Irish folklore, this special garment can then be used as a cure for headaches or sore throats #folklore #Ireland pic.twitter.com/5H2TPrL8UN

— Irish Archaeology (@irarchaeology) January 31, 2021

A newly woven St Brigid’s cross to celebrate her feast day tomorrow. Fashioned out of rushes, these were traditionally hung in houses (and animal byres) to protect the occupants from harm or evil. pic.twitter.com/7it27bdoZG

— Irish Archaeology (@irarchaeology) January 31, 2021