It seems that despite the current weather conditions, we’re finally heading towards springtime! At GiftWorksPlus, we have the perfect unique gifts for all the spring holidays and special occasions you have coming up.
One holiday that’s right around the corner is St. Patrick’s Day! Since we already have all the custom gifts you need to celebrate this annual tradition, we thought we’d take it a step further and provide some fun facts about its history and traditions to help you enjoy your St. Patrick’s Day party even more.
Best St. Patrick's Day Facts
- Blue was originally the first color associated with St. Patrick’s Day! It wasn’t until around the 17th century that green became the color of the holiday—which was due to Ireland’s nickname of “The Emerald Isle.”
- The three-leaf clover was used by Saint Patrick as a symbol to represent the Holy Trinity.
- The four-leaf clover is said to represent hope, faith, love, and luck—and that’s why the fourth leaf is considered lucky.
- The four-leaf clover is pretty rare though, with only every 1 in 10,000 being a lucky clover.
- Saint Patrick was not actually Irish. He was born in Britain, kidnapped at 16, and then brought to Ireland.
- He was forced to herd sheep in the Irish countryside during his time in captivity.
- Saint Patrick escaped back to Britain several years later.
- It is rumored that Saint Patrick made his way back to England by sneaking onto a pirate ship.
- When Saint Patrick found Christianity, he returned to Ireland to spread the Word of God. He is known for converting Irish society from Celtic polytheism to Christianity.
- The historically religious St. Patrick’s Day celebrations were transformed when the Irish moved to the United States, turning it into a more secular holiday for all to enjoy!
However you decide to celebrate this year’s St. Patrick festivities, be sure to stop by our website to see our new
‘Kiss me I’m Irish’ and
Irish blessing photo frames!
