These Santa Stocking Hangers
are about 6 inches tall. Santa is looking for the perfect gift as he empties out his pack of toys and gifts. There are musical instruments, balls and beautifully wrapped gifts for him to choose from. This Christmas Stocking Holders Santa is wearing his traditional Santa suit with green mittens and holly leaves on the cuff of his hat. His pack is filled with toys and gifts as he slips down the chimney, he has even brought a decorated Christmas Tree. The roof top is decorated with a large sprig of holly and there is a Decorative Christmas Wreathswith a gold bow decorating the chimney. The ends of the bow curl out, forming the Hook to hang your Stocking. Select to see a complete listing of our Christmas Decorations Ideas.
Old World Christmas Santa Claus.
Santa Claus truly represents a veritable melting pot of cultures, beliefs and traditions. As immigrants arrived in the New World centuries ago, along with their hopes and dreams for a better future, they brought with them their beliefs and customs surrounding the holidays. The Germans brought their Belznickel and Christkindl, the Scandinavians their gift giving elves and the Dutch introduced the Sinterklaas, all representing the celebration of St. Nicholas. The American legend of Santa Claus embodies childhood innocence and magical delight, as Santa Claus is the bearer of gifts and treats for children everywhere. With his home at the wintry North Pole, he and his merry elves created the toys that put the magic into the holidays. He was a kind and gentle figure, and starry eyed children awaited his annual visit with spirited anticipation.
The legend of Santa Claus is derived in part from the benevolent European figure St. Nicholas, and in part from American writers who wrote children’s poems in the nineteenth century. Clement Moore, who wrote “A Visit From St. Nicholas” in 1822, and Thomas Nast, the famed political cartoonist who depicted Santa Claus in the 1860’s as an elfin figure, contributed greatly to this fantasy. Their descriptions of the jolly man clad in red and white created the folk hero children around the world dream about on Christmas Eve. This American patron saint of children certainly brings joy and delight to all during the holidays. Select this link to view our Santa Ornaments.
What is a Christmas Carol?
A carol is a song of joy celebrating the great Christmas festivals of Easter, Christmas and New Years. Carols are most often sung at Christmastime. The custom of singing carols has been popular in Europe since the middle Ages. It still forms a special feature of the Christmas season in many parts of the world. Bands of singers go about the streets for several nights before Christmas. They sing in the open air or visit hospitals and homes to cheer the sick and aged. Select this link to view our Crystal Christmas Ornaments and Silver.
