![]() ![]() I’m all about keeping things simple and this wreath is no exception. assorted evergreen clippings from outside.purple and pink ribbon ( this reversible ribbon would be perfect!) or other items that can be used to signify the different colors.1 large plate or wooden tray (big enough to fit the four mason jars).4 mason jars (or any jar of similar size) – I used what I had, but these are lovely if you don’t already have some.I love the final product and you might already have all of the supplies laying around your house like I did! DIY Advent Wreath Supplies Needed Turns out, there are not really any search results that help with that so I looked around at things I already had in the house. (Side note, early in our marriage, my husband had an Advent wreath with candles that he had owned for years, and when we stored it in the attic, all the candles melted one summer and caused a HUGE mess!) I also didn’t love the idea of a wreath that would sit in the attic the rest of the year and not have a purpose so I decided to make a non-toxic, reusable Advent wreath. ![]() I decided early on to make our Advent wreath from scratch (anyone surprised?), not only to save money but also because I’m not a fan of most candles and wanted to use beeswax candles instead. The rose candle is lit on the third Sunday, Gaudete Sunday, to represent a time of rejoicing, because this marks the midpoint of Advent. The purple candles are reminders of the prayer, penance, and preparatory sacrifices and good works undertaken at this time. Each Sunday of Advent, an additional candle is lit. If you’d like to learn more about Advent or begin celebrating it in your home, here are some ideas from our own family traditions to get you started! Advent WreathĪ typical Advent wreath involves an evergreen wreath with four candles (three purple, one rose). The significance of this season is often marked by Advent wreaths and calendars that help us focus on the real meaning of the Christmas feast (more on these below) and a general waiting, waiting, waiting in anticipation for the excitement of Christmas. Why Celebrate Advent?įor us, Advent is a key time of reflection, preparation, and family time. ![]() It also marks the start of the “Twelve Days of Christmas,” which ends on the Feast of the Epiphany on January 6th. In fact, Christmas Day is the end of Advent and the beginning of the actual Christmas season. ![]() Though you wouldn’t know it from the stores, the Christmas season actually STARTS on Christmas, not ends. ( Note: If Advent isn’t something your family participates in, this post may not be for you and you might prefer these stocking stuffer ideas or creative ways to be generous this year instead.) What Is Advent?Īdvent is the four week period prior to Christmas when Christians reflect on the meaning behind this holiday. We wanted to lessen the focus on gifts, and instead place it on the meaning of Christmas and our time together as a family. In an effort to pare down on the holiday craziness, we vowed to give experiences instead of stuff whenever possible and give only a couple high-quality gifts instead of lots of cheap ones that break the next day. I constantly strive to make the holidays less stressful and more enjoyable. ![]()
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