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What type of palm frond do I use, and how long should it be?

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You can use any type of frond. It should be at least 6 inches.

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Should I wet the palm before starting?

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No, you do not need to wet the palm before starting.

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Does the palm have to be fresh off the stalk?

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No, but it can't be too dried out or rotten either; if so, you won't be able to make the cross.

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Does it matter how long the palm frond is?

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No, it can be any size.

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Do I make palm crosses out of palm buds?

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No, you make a cross out of the palm fronds, not the buds.

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How can I get the middle to stay?

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You hold the middle while using the other hand to do the rest, or have someone else hold it for you.

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Can I make a cross out of anything else?

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You could use anything that's flexible, like paper, plastic, rubber, cardboard, etc.

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How do I keep the palm from turning yellow or brown?

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You can't. You just have to make the crosses shortly before you need to use them so they'll stay fresh.

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Do I have to put the palm crosses in water after I make them?

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No, you don't.

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Will it damage the palm cross to dip it in hot water?

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It won't harm your hand unless you leave it in boiling/hot water too long. Three minutes can be considered long. If you have sensitive hands then it could damage your palm easier. If you notice blisters or bright red spots on your hand after an hour, it means you could have burnt your palm. Just put some Aloe Vera gel on it ( a gel made of Aloe leaves) and let sit for a few hours and the burn will heal.

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Are you allowed to cut off the bottom of the cross to make it straighter?

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Yes. You can cut the bottom of the cross or do whatever you need to to get the shape you want.

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