by Santaelf | Dec 6, 2018 | Christmas books
The Nutcracker by E T A Hoffman, retold by Rachel Elliot illustrated by Valeria Docampo Paragon, Bath, 2017 Age group: around 4 or 5 and older Format: 24 page book ad 36 piece puzzle A classic Christmas story (one even done in the Myer windows!), this version of The...
by Santaelf | Nov 8, 2016 | Christmas Memories, Christmas today
I just think of Christmas as it is now – a family-focussed time of colour and magic, with religious meaning to some. So it’s interesting to find out about how Christmas has been viewed in the past. An article by Gerry Bowler covers some of the key changes...
by Santaelf | Dec 19, 2009 | Christmas Memories, Christmas today
Recently, I was asked why we hang wreaths at Christmas time so here is some of the history and tradition behind wreaths… wreaths symbolise the celebration and happiness of Christmas Advent wreaths for Christians (particularly Catholics) are traditionally made of...
