Christmas Legends and Ornament Stories
bird's nest nestled among the branches of the family's Christmas tree. As a promise of this good fortune, glassblowers produced exquisite ornaments replicating this fortuitous symbol. Considered synonymous with home, happiness and joy, birds and their nests can be found on every traditional German Christmas tree.
5. The Glass Basket Ornament
Baskets of Christmas goodies, candies and flowers, given as gifts, are a traditional means of expressing one's affection for others at Christmas. According to German legend, baskets were a symbol of plentiful good wishes for friends and family. Gifts of baskets filled with treats were often grand expressions of the care the giver felt towards the recipient. Glass basket ornaments were ultimately created by skilled German glassblowers to represent the Christmas spirit of selfless giving.
6. The Glass Angel Ornament
Angels are thought to be intermediaries of God and our link to the mystical kingdom of heaven. Symbolizing purity, peace and love, angels represent a comforting presence for all of us. It is said they brought us news of peace through the coming of the Christ child, a gift from God for all people on earth. Angels have always been an integral part of Christmas traditions worldwide. Angel forms were often created with sweet cherubic faces, which represented the daughters of the glassblowers.
7. The Glass Star Ornament
Star ornaments originated as a symbol of guidance and faith, representing the Star of Bethlehem which led the Magi to the manger where Christ was born. Brilliant stars are frequently placed above a creche or atop the Christmas tree as part of cherished family traditions. It is thought that the Star ornament originated in Germany.
Whatever the ornament, it surely hold even one tiny story. Preserve the stories of your personal ornaments. Write them in a journal for all of those who will come after you.
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