Put some “green” on your face and look us in the eyes. Every year on March 17, people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with parades, lucky charms, and green decorations. Even though it started as a religious holiday, it is now a celebration of Irish culture and history.

St. Patrick as a Person

People know that St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, but he did not always live there. Patrick was born in Britain in the 400s but didn’t go to Ireland until he was 16 and was sent there to work.

Soon after he got there, Patrick became very interested in Christianity and started telling others about it. People celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the day he was thought to have died because he was the one who led so many Irish people to become Christians.

Urban Legends about St. Patrick

Even though there was a real person named St. Patrick, not all of the traditions surrounding his feast day are based on facts. The four-leaf clover is often a sign of St. Patrick’s Day. Still, it is said that the shamrock, or three-leaf clover, played a part in Patrick’s sermons. Even though the shamrock can grow a fourth leaf, people only think of good luck when seeing a clover with four leaves.

Another myth says that Patrick got rid of all the snakes in Ireland. What happened? Snakes have never been seen in the country before. Even though most snakes native to Europe and North America can be found in other places, many of these species avoid the island of Ireland because of the ocean.

Why go GREEN?

According to a National Geographic report, Ireland is sometimes called “the Emerald Isle” because it is an island and has a beautiful green landscape with lots of trees and grassy hills. But blue was the first color people thought of when they thought of Saint Patrick. (Yes, this color is on some traditional Irish flags.) People started wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day in the 18th century when the green shamrock was made Ireland’s official symbol. Because the shamrock is so common and Ireland is so green, the color green became associated with the holiday.

Even the mythical fairies called leprechauns wear green clothes these days. But leprechaun stories were around long before the color green became popular: At first, people thought that fairies wore red.

People usually wear green on St. Patrick’s Day because they might get pinched by a leprechaun. Legend says that leprechauns, known for pinching travelers who aren’t careful, won’t be able to see you if you’re wearing green. Some wear it to honor their Irish roots or because they think it will bring them luck. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the Chicago River in Illinois is painted green every March.

Many Irish people who live in the United States also eat corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day. Irish dancers and musicians also participate in parades through the streets, performing for large crowds. No matter what you choose to celebrate today, may you have luck!

Cute Clothes for Babes to Wear on St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is March 17, so it’s time to start shopping for a green outfit for the little one. Not to worry; we, and the Irish luck, are on your side. Dress your little babes in a shamrockin’ outfit for their first St. Patrick’s Day. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered.

Your little leprechaun will look adorable in their St. Patrick’s Day photographs because COWPUNCHER BABE has assembled a list of the most sought-after charming St. Patrick’s Day outfits for small infants. Look at some of the cutest St. Patrick’s Day attire for infants and toddlers.

St. Patrick Fun

Stylish bell bottoms and a white shirt emblazoned with a pot of gold.

The regular price is USD 24.00.

Lucky Charm

This young girl’s clothing is the sweetest fortunate charm ever! Dress consisting of a top and a bottom. Pair bell-shaped pants with a short-sleeved shirt.

The regular price is USD 24.00.

St. Patrick T-Shirt

It’s a white t-shirt with a green wagon and a pot of gold on it.

The regular price is USD 14.00.