As Catholics observe “Semana Santa” this week, some social media users praised the creativity and faith of Filipinos after an X (formerly Twitter) post shared a Palm Sunday experience featuring a single strand of palm leaf.
In the same thread, the X user explained how palm leaves in the Philippines are intricately designed and attached two photos of “palaspas” showcasing detailed patterns.
it is yes but im just not used to it bc i grew up in the ph where our palm leaves would have designs like this pic.twitter.com/K58pQjHGqH
— dekano lawrence (@sa1nzchive) March 29, 2026
Other X users responded to the post, applauding the craftsmanship and artistry of Filipinos in creating these traditional “palaspas.”
“Filipino artisanal crafts will always set the bar high”, an online user on the platform said, while reposting the same post.
“OG lightstick for Jesus Christ oppa,” another commented in jest.
“Palm Sundays be showing off the prettiest palm leaves design,” an X user quipped.
“One of my favorite folk crafts, hands down. Bata pa lang, fascinated na ako sa pagtitirintas ng palaspas,” another said.
According to a study, the practice of weaving coconut or palm leaves, known as “puni” and originating in Malolos, can be seen in creations such as palaspas, food wrappers, toys, and even the construction of “kubol.”
Some social media users also shared their experiences of observing Palm Sunday in other countries.
“When I [spent] Holy Week in Canada, ang sad na isang tangkay lang [‘yung] palaspas nila. I’d get 4 tapos [dine-design] ko as cross pauwi,” an X user said on the caption on the repost.
“Moving to America and experiencing Western Palm Sunday was such a major culture shock cuz why […] do y’all not wanna serve with your palm leaves,” another said.
Other online users who celebrated Palm Sunday outside the Philippines also showed photos of their palm leaves without creative styles.
For some, the post sparked curiosity about whether other countries have traditions similar to those in the Philippines. Through social media, however, several users also shared their own palm frond artworks from their respective cultures.
