Frequently asked questions
What are Christian Christmas ornaments?
Christian Christmas ornaments are tree decorations that point to the meaning of Christmas. They often feature a Bible verse, a nativity scene, a cross, an angel or a star, or words like Joy, Peace and Emmanuel. They’re a simple way to keep Jesus at the centre of your decorations and to start conversations about the Christmas story.
What do Christmas ornaments symbolise?
Many Christmas ornaments carry Christian meaning. A star recalls the star that led the wise men to Jesus (Matthew 2), angels recall the angels who announced his birth to the shepherds (Luke 2), and bells ring out the good news. Nativity ornaments show the birth of Jesus itself, and scripture ornaments put a Bible verse on the tree.
What’s the difference between an ornament and a bauble?
A bauble is a round ornament, usually a ball shape, while ornament covers any decoration you hang on a Christmas tree, including bells, stars, tags and figures. In Australia and the UK, people often say bauble for any tree decoration, while ornament is more common in the US.
How do I look after glass and ceramic ornaments?
Wrap each ornament in tissue paper and store it in a sturdy box with dividers, somewhere cool and dry. When decorating, hang heavier glass and ceramic pieces on strong branches close to the trunk, and keep fragile ornaments up high if you have young children or pets.
Are Christmas ornaments a good gift?
Yes. A Christmas ornament is an easy, meaningful gift for teachers, colleagues, neighbours and friends, and it comes out every year. Scripture ornaments suit a Christian friend, while a nativity or angel ornament makes a lovely keepsake for a baby’s first Christmas. Many families give a new ornament each year to build a collection.
