How Do You Build A Miniature Christmas Village?
Thanks to today’s topsy-turvy economic state, DIY crafts and decorations are a perfect way to bring the family together over Christmas without gouging out the wallet. Evolving primarily from yuletide traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch, miniature Christmas villages have become a staple for many families. So, rather than falling back on the store-bought variety, use everyday household items, so-called “junk,” and inexpensive incidentals from local craft stores to create Christmastown. Peruse catalogs and online sites that feature Christmas villages for inspiration. Then, lay out a rough sketch of what the soon-to-be-constructed village should look like. Create a foundation using Styrofoam. Many families save the boxes that high-tech appliances such as televisions and computers were shipped in, including the Styrofoam. If that is not the case, Styrofoam can be purchased inexpensively at any craft store. Cut the Styrofoam using a sharp razor knife or something similar to create different
