Poinsettias: Legend Has It...

Since the mid-1800s, poinsettias have been known as symbols of the Christmas season here. But this lovely red flower is actually indigenous to Mexico where legend has it, a poor girl picked weeds in lieu of flowers, at an angel's suggestion, to place on a church altar. The weeds sprouted into the beautiful poinsettias that have been used as a symbol of Christmas in Mexico since the 16th century, here in the U.S., and other countries.

Here are some fun poinsettia DIY's you can use for your Christmas and holiday decorating:

1. Burlap Wreath tutorial by See Vanessa Craft:

2. Felt Poinsettias tutorial by Elsie Marley:

3. Paper poinsettia wreath tutorial by Royal Marigold:

4. Poinsettia tea cozy from The Liberty Craft Blog:

5. Burlap Poinsettia DIY by Garden House Living: