This ornaments design is based on a Croatian Christmas. Elements on the ornament include a checkerboard base which servers as a tablecloth for the advent wreath that rings the entire ornament. A bowl of wheat tied with a red, white and blue ribben represents St. Lucy's Day (Sveta Lucija). Wheat is planted in a small dish or bowl and placed under the Christmas tree. If the wheat grows dense, tall, and lush, it is believed that this is a sign that the next year will be fruitful and successful. St Nicholas is represents by shoes filled with treats. Children leave their shoes out in the hopes to find small gifts on the morning of December 6th. The spirit of St. Nicholas Eve and day is one focused on giving over receiving, remembering those less fortunate and that St. Nicholas loved children. Lastly is a large Licitar Heart
Croatian Christmas Ornament 2022
Our Sretan Božić Ornament Series was designed by our Parent Organization and is one-of-a-kind. All proceeds from our sales benefit our groups Travel Fund. Our travel fund helps offset travel expenses when our performers travel throughout the United States, Canada, and Croatia. Our goal is to design a new and unique ornament every year for our Croatian Christmas Series.