St. Lucy’s Day on December 13th is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate light in the midst of darkness. One of the most iconic traditions of this feast day is the image of St. Lucy—a young girl in a white gown, wearing a crown of candles, leading a procession with light and hope.
The crown of candles has a special meaning tied to Lucy’s story. During the time of Roman persecution, Lucy would bring food to Christians hiding in the dark catacombs. To keep her hands free for carrying supplies, she placed candles in a wreath on her head to light her way. Her actions not only brought physical light to those in need but also symbolized the spiritual light she carried through her faith.
When my kids were little, I wanted to bring this tradition into our home in a fun and creative way. Using just construction paper and a paper plate, we started making our own St. Lucy crowns—a craft that’s perfect for little hands to help with!
This simple project is a meaningful way to teach your children about St. Lucy’s courage and generosity while inviting them to participate in her celebration. Whether your kids use the crown for a morning procession, storytelling, or just some festive fun, it’s sure to be a sweet addition to your St. Lucy’s Day traditions. So, grab your supplies, gather around the table, and let’s create something special to honor this inspiring saint!
the supplies -
the crown base -
the leaves -
the candle base -
the flames -
putting it all together -
Note: You'll need to push the white candle sides in to unflatten and round back out. This will make them stand up better. Or fill each candle with cotton or stuffing to make it stand up better.
How cute is this? I hope y'all have so much fun making them!
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