Christmas is almost here!
This is our nativity set that was carved from olive wood by a craftsman from Jerusalem.
Lots of love and energy was poured into its creation!
Olive wood is a tree widely cultivated in sub-tropical areas of Europe, Africa and the Middle East for its olives. The tree is of variable height and size, averaging 2' to 4' in diameter and 60 - 100 ft in height, although orchard trees are much shorter, with irregularly shaped logs. The wood is hard, heavy and strong. It may be straight-grained or interlocked, often with distinctive swirling colors of tan, brown and black. It dries easily but is prone to splitting. Olive wood is highly regarded for furniture, treen, bowls and utensils. The wood works beautifully and is easy on cutting tools. Interlocked specimens may be difficult to plane without tearing out. The wood may also be somewhat brittle. It sands and finishes well despite its waxy feel. source
Every year I decorate our tree with different ornaments we have bought or made.
I have enough ornaments stored in my attic that I could decorate 3 large trees!
In addition to the ones we bought, we also have some beautiful ones that we have from my husband's mother.
Merry Christmas!
Have a Blessed Day!
All original photos taken on my iPhone 8 Plus
December 23, 2018