Christmas

5 False Myths about Christmas

5 False Myths about Christmas

Contents1 Is the Christmas star poisonous?2 Was Santa invented by Coca-Cola?3 What are the origins of the Christmas tree?4 Who is the Befana?5 Did the Comet Star guide the Magi? Everything you know (or think you know) about the Holidays. 5 false myths about Christmas to…

How to set up a Nativity scene: answers to the most frequently asked questions

How to set up a Nativity scene: answers to the most frequently asked questions

Contents1 When was the first Nativity scene made?2 When is the Nativity scene made?3 Where to place the Nativity scene in the house?4 Why make a Nativity scene?5 Why was the Baby Jesus born in a stable?6 Which characters should not be missing?7 Where to…

A Short Guide to a Sustainable Christmas

A Short Guide to a Sustainable Christmas

From eco-friendly Christmas trees to DIY decorations, recycled candles, and waste-free festive feasts, here’s a small guide for a sustainable Christmas—for us and the planet. Christmas is a time when many feel they can bring out the best in themselves, both for themselves and for…

The Advent Crown in the church: 10 curiosities

The Advent Crown in the church: 10 curiosities

Contents1 What does Advent symbolise?2 What is the colour of Advent?3 What are the four Sundays of Advent called?4 When does the first Sunday of Advent begin?5 When do you light Advent candles?6 How do you light the Advent wreath?7 What are the names of…

Setting the table at Christmas: plus many DIY ideas

Setting the table at Christmas: plus many DIY ideas

Contents1 Christmas centrepieces2 Christmas do-it-yourself placeholders3 Christmas coasters The table of the Festival is a symbol of welcome and family intimacy. Here’s how to set the table at Christmas Summer has just ended, and yet it is already a fond distant memory. The days get…

The Nativity Scene of Greccio: the Nativity Scene of San Francesco

The Nativity Scene of Greccio: the Nativity Scene of San Francesco

What is the nativity scene’s history? Where does this tradition that we experience every year come from? Here is the story of the first nativity scene, the Nativity Scene of Greccio requested by St. Francis. This year, as every year, a Christian symbol linked to…

The shepherds of the Neapolitan nativity scene of the 1700s: discovering this nativity art

The shepherds of the Neapolitan nativity scene of the 1700s: discovering this nativity art

Contents1 How to make a Neapolitan nativity shepherd2 Casting3 Trimming4 Drying and firing5 Painting6 Glass eyes7 Assembly8 Dressing9 Objects and gifts Neapolitan Nativity shepherds are artistic products that come from a long tradition. Here is the handcrafted process by which they are made! Why is…

Advent Calendars: History and Tradition

Advent Calendars: History and Tradition

The Advent Calendar is one of the most representative traditions of Christmas. This is how it was born and how it is carried forward today The Advent Calendar was born alongside the Nativity scene, as a tool to make everyone understand the spirit of waiting…

Miniature Christmas villages: let the magic of Christmas into your house

Miniature Christmas villages: let the magic of Christmas into your house

Contents1 The history of miniature Christmas villages2 Building a miniature Christmas village3 Type of village4 The heart of the village5 The base and background Miniature Christmas Villages are an original and novel way of bringing the atmosphere of the Festival into our homes. Let’s find…

What happened to the fourth Wise Man?

What happened to the fourth Wise Man?

Contents1 Three or four wise men?2 The gifts of the Magi3 Artaban, the fourth King The Three Wise Men have always had a great fascination, although nothing is known about them. Today we want to tell you about a character whom we know even less:…

Gold, incense and myrrh: the gifts that the three Magi Kings brought to the Infant Jesus

Gold, incense and myrrh: the gifts that the three Magi Kings brought to the Infant Jesus

Contents1 Incense: properties and benefits2 What is the myrrh3 The symbolic meaning of Gold The Magi, fascinating and evocative figures of the Christmas tradition, brought gold, incense and myrrh as a gift to the Child Jesus. But what lies behind the choice of these particular…

Christmas wreaths, the perfect decoration for your Christmas

Christmas wreaths, the perfect decoration for your Christmas

Contents1 Where to put the Christmas wreath?2 Christmas Wreath: Which to Choose?3 DIY Christmas Wreath: Ideas and Tips Round, colourful and gorgeous, Christmas wreaths can be a perfect decoration for both indoors and out. How to use them? Where to place them? Customise them or…

Christmas tree, the colours that never fade and the news

Christmas tree, the colours that never fade and the news

Contents1 Red and gold Christmas tree2 White and gold Christmas tree3 Blue and silver Christmas tree4 Multicolour Christmas tree5 Pastel Christmas tree6 Black Christmas tree We have put together ideas to help you choose the combinations and colours, from the most classic to the most…

Water pump DIY nativity scene: maintenance and replacement

Water pump DIY nativity scene: maintenance and replacement

The water effects such as fountains, rivers or waterfalls make the DIY nativity scene special. But what to do if the water pump stops working? Two ways: clean the pump of limescale and debris or replace the pump. For Christmas lovers, it is never too…

Rock paper for nativity scene: how to use it and which one to choose

Rock paper for nativity scene: how to use it and which one to choose

Lovers of the DIY nativity scene, dive into the world of rock paper! Which one will you choose: traditional or modelable rock paper? Christmas is approaching and, while the mass market focuses on sequins and glitter decorations, there are some who are thinking of stocking…

Christmas lights: how to use them all year round

Christmas lights: how to use them all year round

Contents1 A wall with lights and photos2 Glass vases with Christmas lights3 Christmas Lights for Outdoors: a must-have for the whole year4 Christmas lights in the bedroom, a magical touch for children5 Bookcase with Lights6 Safety, an aspect not to be underestimated Christmas lights are…

Day night crib control unit: everything you need to know

Day night crib control unit: everything you need to know

Contents1 Control units for cribs2 Day/night effect for the nativity scene3 Nativity scene lights and accessories A nativity scene control unit can make your Christmas truly special. Here’s how to make your nativity scene unique and original with the right devices. At Christmas, the nativity…

Nativity Pumps: how to choose the right one

Nativity Pumps: how to choose the right one

Contents1 What are they?2 Why is water so important for the Nativity scene?3 How to choose the Nativity scene pumps?4 Water pump maintenance Pumps for nativity scenes, essential accessories to create suggestive effects of moving water for our nativity scene. Let’s find out how to…