German ornaments traditional

Set of 3 beautiful German wooden gingerbread hearts with hand painted German Christmas wishes. “Frohe Weihnacht!” They are made to look just like the classic Lebkuchen hearts that are so popular at Christmas markets in Germany. But they are made of wood and are not edible. Very cute as Christmas ornaments or perfect personalized favors with a name. The lebkuchenherzen — the more specific name for the heart-shaped lebkuchen — have become a staple in German celebrations, especially around…

What makes German Straw Christmas Ornaments special is how they are so intricate, so beautiful, yet they are made from such a humble (ingredients?). Woven into shapes like stars or…

These authentically German Christmas traditions are a great way to celebrate the season as well as your family’s German heritage.

Symbols from Polish pisanki (decorated Easter eggs) - Traditional design of the Lublin region – popular motifs

Neues illustrirtes Conditoreibuch : Prakt. Hand- u. Nachschlagebuch f. Conditoren, Fein-, Marcipan u. Pastetenbäcker, Z by Carl Krackhart. München, Germany. Hardback. Author: Carl Krackhart Published: 1886 Modern ISBN: 386047278X. Re-published, 1996. Babelfish translation of cover: New illustrirtes Conditoreibuch: Prakt. Hand...

Want to know how to make an easy but elegant folded German bell Christmas ornament out of wrapping paper? It's so simple, here's how.

The German Christmas Pickle Tradition: Myth or Reality? German Myths: Die Weihnachtsgurke-Legende The glass Christmas pickle ornament is supposed to be a long tradition in Germany. But does this “old German tradition” really hold up to close scrutiny? Here’s one version of the “pickle legend” from a website that sells ornaments: “A very old Christmas

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