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In the mid-1800s, German glassmaker Hans Greiner began manufacturing hand-blown glass “Christmas baubles” in the shape of the fruits and nuts that typically decorated Christmas trees at that time.
Holly! Holly! And the first tree in the greenwood, it was the holly! 2. Now the holly bears a berry as green as the grass, And Mary bore Jesus, who died on the cross: Chorus. 3. Now the holly bears a berry as black as the coal, And Mary bore Jesus, who died for us all: Chorus. 4. Now the holly bears a berry, as blood is it red,
Ilex aquifolium is the species of holly long associated with Christmas, and previously the Roman festival of Saturnalia. Its glossy green prickly leaves and bright red berries (produced only by the female plant) are represented in wreaths, garlands and cards wherever Christmas is celebrated.
Other Christmas cards are more secular and can depict Christmas traditions, figures such as Santa Claus, objects directly associated with Christmas such as candles, holly, and baubles, or a variety of images associated with the season, such as Christmastide activities, snow scenes, and the wildlife of the northern winter. [168]
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Holly – more specifically the European holly, Ilex aquifolium – is commonly referenced at Christmas time, and is often referred to by the name Christ's thorn. [44] [45] In many Western Christian cultures, holly is a traditional Christmas decoration, [46] used especially in wreaths and illustrations, for instance on Christmas cards.
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Christmas card made on a PC incorporating digital photography. Advances in digital photography and printing have provided the technology for many people to design and print their own cards, using their original graphic designs or photos, or those available with many computer programs or online as clip art, as well as a great range of typefaces ...