St. Patrick's Crosses are made from wood - two laths 1 1/2 long and 1 in. wide. These are made by the man of the house and are hung from the rafters of the roof. Holly and Laurel are used for decorating the houses and the Xmas Candle at Xmas. Palm is hung up on Palm Sunday over the fire place.Gemma NĂ­ Bhroin