The Hows and Whys of the Advent Christmas WreathTraditionally the Advent Christmas Wreath is made up of four candles surrounded by a circle of evergreen. Usually three are purple and the last is pink. Although, the colors are really a matter of tradition, the candles can really be any color you choose. The most important thing is the meaning behind the tradition. Each candle represents a countdown to Christmas. On the fourth Sunday before Christmas the first candle is lit, the next Sunday the second is lit and so on until all the candles are burning on Christmas. It’s very simple to make your own Advent Christmas Wreath. Evergreen clippings from outside are the best because they’re the most fragrant, but sometimes that just isn’t possible. So, store bought will do just fine. Form them into a circle using floral wire to attach the ends. You may even wish to buy an evergreen circle at your local hobby store that is already made. Purchase four candles, I prefer that they be 1 ˝ to 2” in diameter. You can burn them longer with less mess. You will also want to purchase four glass rounds or one large one to put under the candles to catch the drips. If you’d like to embellish a bit, tie tiny colored bulbs to the evergreen branches. A blue Christmas decoration here and there really looks elegant with white candles in the middle. You can also use a variation of the Advent Christmas Wreath by placing the four candles in a straight line and scattering greenery around them. This makes a great Christmas table decorating idea and is especially pleasing to the eye for long tables. Now you’re all set! You have a beautiful Advent Christmas Wreath ! Rejoice in God’s greatest gift as you light each candle!
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