This masterclass will allow you to make a graceful Thistle talisman brooch. The thistle, known for its prickly appearance, embodies defiance, asceticism and toughness. In Christianity, its thorns represent the suffering of Christ, and the plant with its white-spotted leaves is associated with the milk of the Virgin Mary. In many cultures around the world, thistle is considered a powerful amulet to ward off evil spirits. On Christmas Eve, our ...