Christmas wreaths on the door and more.Proposals for maximalists, simplicity fans and classics lovers

A Christmas wreath is already a classic among Advent and Christmas decorations.The decoration can be hung on the wall, on the entrance door to the house (here we recommend a strong double -sided tape to attach the reed), or treat as a reed for a table (here the candles will be useful here).Of course, in the florist you can order a wreath that fits our decor: minimalist, or one with a lot of decorations, with dried oranges and cinnamon sticks, or traditional with the addition of green and red accents.In some stores you will also buy ready wreaths, and you can easily make these simple ones yourself at home.Here's what you may need:

A short history of Christmas wreaths

The Advent wreath as an ornament appeared for the first time in Lutheran houses in Germany in the 16th century.Pastor Johann Hinrich Wichern made his wreath of the car's circle to easier to teach the youngest of Christmas importance.The decoration was made of evergreen twigs (symbol of eternal life).The round shape meant infinity, and the candles - the next Sunday of Advent.The inspiration for contemporary Christmas wreaths was certainly a wreath of Saint Lucia from blueberries and with candles.This day is celebrated mainly in Scandinavia, and the young girls there are often dressing up as a saint.