The evergreen Christmas tree has been an essential part of the holiday season in Christian countries for centuries. Its fragrance conveys a sense of liveliness during the coldest months of the year, while its branches symbolize eternal life. There are even non-Christian cultures that have adopted the wonderful custom of decorating an evergreen tree for… weiterlesen »
It’s almost that time of year again: children place their boots outside the front door full of anticipation and are over the moon the next day when they see the sweet contents. But where does this tradition come from? And why do some children hang up socks instead of placing their boots outside the door?… weiterlesen »
Every single year when the Christmas decorations are brought down from the loft or up from the basement and lovingly put up all around the house it is a wonderful time as the anticipation for Christmas builds. Every family usually follows its very own tradition about when the Christmas decorations are unpacked, which rooms are… weiterlesen »
In many families the nativity scene is an essential component of their Christmas decorations every year. Once Joseph, Mary and Baby Jesus are lovingly set up in their stable, Christmas can come. But why is the nativity scene set up at Christmas? And how should the nativity figures be arranged properly? It’s not only children… weiterlesen »
In many families it is the highlight of the year when everyone gathers around the elaborately decorated tree and the room is bathed in festive lighting; children’s eyes light up as they admire their gifts and you can simply forget about your everyday worries. Christmas and Advent time exercise an unmistakeable magical charm over people…. weiterlesen »
It has symbolised Christmas and Christmas Eve in Christian culture since time immemorial: the Christmas tree. When it is festively decorated, it brightens up rooms where families gather to celebrate this very special festivity together. Children’s eyes light up when the time finally comes for the candles on the tree to bathe everything in a… weiterlesen »
It is impossible to imagine living rooms and lounges at Christmas without Christmas pyramids now. For many they are the epitome of the Christmas and Advent period and it is only really Christmas once their blades gently turn above the candleholders in the candlelight. However, children in particular have been asking in amazement for generations:… weiterlesen »