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Christmas is coming, along with all its pleasures and traditions.  These traditions have changed over the years especially in the way we decorate our houses.  Wreaths have a long history, known to the Egyptians, the Persians and the Romans and worn as symbols of power, authority, honour and victory.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Wreath Making: Origins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The name comes from the old English word \u2018writhian\u2019<\/em> meaning \u2018twist\u2019.\u00a0 Evergreen wreaths connect us to the pagan holiday of Yule which marked the winter solstice.\u00a0 In medieval times many wreaths were triangular with the three points representing the holy trinity of God \u2013 the father, son and Holy Ghost.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gradually Christmas wreaths developed a spiritual meaning that represents an unending circle of life, with no beginning and no end.\u00a0 Its circular shape became a Christian symbol for Christ\u2019s suffering and ultimate triumph over death and therefore represents eternity.\u00a0 The evergreen symbolizes growth and eternal life. When a wreath was hung on a door it was viewed as an invitation for Christ and the spirit of Christmas to enter the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advent Wreaths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Advent wreaths originated among the German Lutherans in the sixteenth century, the first one being conceived by Pastor Johann Hinrich Wichern.  I\u2019m sure many of you will remember the Blue Peter advent crown of 1964 made from wire hangers and tinsel,  apparently the most watched \u2018make\u2019 in the programme\u2019s history!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As with so many of our Christmas traditions wreaths were popularised by the Victorians. Nowadays in our more secular society door wreaths are cheerful and uplifting and seen as welcoming the spirit of Christmas into our homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wreath-Making Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In recent years the floral foam wreath base has been the most commonly used but, with sustainability in mind, wire and organic bases are now more popular.  Wreaths are fun and easy to make. I prefer to make natural wreaths relying on the different textures of foliage for interest and embellishing with cones, nuts and dried plant material like honesty, nigella and poppy heads etc.    One of the joys of living in the country and being gardeners is our easy access to these materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many wreath making workshops locally, ranging from the deluxe, (no names mentioned), to our own Wychwoods WIs\u2019 enjoyable afternoons.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So go on have a go! And a Merry Christmas to one and all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nicky Pratt<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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