05 April 2018

Creating A St Patricks Day Wreath Kansas

By Jeffrey Powell


Each year the death of the patron Saint of Ireland is celebrated on March 17th. Saint Patrick's Day, traditionally celebrated only by the Irish, is now part of life around the world whether you have Irish roots or not. Many countries hold parades and there are parties for all to enjoy a pint of stout. Like the winter holiday season people like to hang decorations and for a St Patricks Day wreath Kansas has numerous florist shops selling everything you could need.

Green is the color of choice of this holiday which is often called Paddy's Day. Green drinks, green clothing and of course green flowers are all part of the fun. It is becoming popular to replace the holiday seasons wreaths with a lovely green for the day. Adding color and festive fun, your friends and neighbors will know that you are also celebrating.

The shamrock or clover is the plant which is associated with the Irish and luck. A clover with four leaves is especially lucky, but they are rarely found growing wild. Unless you spend hours in a clover patch a substitute for a real shamrock might need to be found.

Florists and other outlets can sell you ready to hang wreaths which will look beautiful. They are often loaded with lovely spring flowers and green foliage. Another option is to buy a frame and a selection of green flowers and foliage and design your own. This way you can pick the blooms you love most and get an original design for your home.

If you have never made one before you might want to search online for tips and tutorials to get you started. Searching for images will give you inspiration for designs if you are not naturally creative or just need a little extra something to top off your own design. Items such as horseshoes often feature to bring good luck while ribbons and bows add yet another dimension.

When picking the things to include in your project consider whether you wish to use it again next year. Plastic or fabric flowers will last for years whereas fresh blooms and leaves will soon wilt. If you do opt for fresh flowers take into account the weather. Some plants will wilt easily in sunshine while others despise frost. Secure any items firmly to the frame if your home is exposed to high winds.

Not everyone is lucky enough to have a handy local florist or perhaps they do not stock exactly what you would like. Online stores are likely to have exactly what you want. Check shipping details and order in plenty of time so that everything arrives before the big day. Size is also a concern, what looks like the right size in the picture might be smaller than a dime or bigger than your door.

Ready-made or home-made, a St Patrick's Day wreath brightens up any home. It may even bring you luck if you load it with enough shamrocks and lucky symbols. Luck or no luck, Paddy's Day is a time for fun, parties and parades. Get out the green clothes and enjoy a stout or a bright green cocktail.




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