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St. David's Day
"Cymru am byth" (Wales forever)
Happy St. David’s Day with a tartan that colour embeds the rich symbolism of the land of Wales! The red dragon, a creature of legend, proudly graces the national flag, representing the country's fierce independence and deep Celtic heritage. The leek, a symbol of Welsh pride, traces its origins to the 6th century when, according to legend, St. David urged Welsh soldiers to wear leeks on their helmets during battle against the Saxons—helping them distinguish friend from foe and secure a decisive victory. The daffodil, which bursts into bloom around St. David’s Day in early March, emerged as a national symbol in the 19th century, its bright petals echoing the leek’s legacy while signifying renewal and fresh beginnings. St. David himself, Wales’ beloved patron saint, is honored for his devotion and miracles, with his feast day, March 1st, celebrated through the wearing of leeks and daffodils. In a time-honored tradition, some Welsh regiments even mark the occasion by eating a raw leek! 💚 🤍 ❤️ 🌱🐉 🏴
For Saint David's Day, patron saint of Wales, we have "Brithwe Dewi Sant (Welsh)" tartan." Brithwe' is the Welsh for a coloured fabric.
Designed by Sheila Daniel of Cambrian Woollen Mill, Powys, from an ancient design, the colours chosen represent those of Wales and incorporates odd numbered threads and a differing warp and weft to create a vertical stripe.
David (known in Welsh as Dewi) was a bishop who founded many monasteries in Wales in the 6th century.
It is claimed that David lived for over 100 years and that he died on a Tuesday, the first of March. His last words to his followers were in a sermon on the previous Sunday which included the phrase:
"Do ye the little things in life" ("Gwnewch y pethau bychain mewn bywyd").
For more about St. David, click the collage of St. David's Day symbols.