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Penny’s By Plaza Flowers produces some of the most elegant Christmas Wreaths you will find. Christmas decorations and wreaths provide so much beauty and holiday spirit to the season. As you select your Wreath, you may be interested to know more about the symbolism surrounding Christmas Wreaths.
The Christmas Wreath represents eternity. This is because of its circular shape which signifies it has no beginning and no end. In addition, Christmas Wreaths are traditionally made from evergreen leaves. The evergreen tree does not shed its leaves in the winter thus symbolizing eternal life.
Christmas decoration colors also have several different meanings. Historians think the tradition of displaying Christmas decorations dates back to the 15th century. In London, during that century, it was a custom that homes and parish churches display ivy, holly and other various natural decorations. People felt that the heart-shaped leaves of ivy symbolized Jesus coming to earth and that holly provided protection against witches. Plus its thorns and red berries represented the Crown of Thorns worn by Jesus at his crucifixion.
The traditional selection of red, green and gold decorations is purposeful also. Gold is one of the first colors associated with Christmas. It symbolizes royalty as it was one of the three gifts of the Wise Men. Red symbolizes the blood of Jesus shed during crucifixion.
In 1839, a Lutheran priest came up with the idea to use a wagon wheel to symbolize the approach of Christmas. Using the wheel he would use red and white candles to reflect the Advent season. In the Roman Catholic Church, the season of Advent is four Sundays in December each one taking on a different theme:
- On the First Sunday, the church looks forward to the Second Coming of Christ.
- On the Second Sunday, the church reviews the message that John the Baptist preached. His message was for Christians to “prepare the way of the Lord”.
- On the Third Sunday, which is referred to as Gaudete Sunday, the theme is again surrounding the joy Christians have by the coming of the Saviour.
- On the Fourth Sunday, the theme is about Mary and Joseph and how the events led up to the birth of Jesus.
This holiday season we would be honored to have you visit with one of our Penny’s By Plaza Flowers floral designers. We cut no corners and put meticulous detail into every floral product creation. Our hope is that the quality of our work keep you coming back as a loyal customer for all special occasions. Here are a few of our wonderful Christmas themed holiday gifts:
Beautiful in Blue – In this arrangement, the serenity of the color blue along with the purity of intention symbolized by white will let the family know you are sending your calm strength to them during these difficult times. Beautiful blooms such as blue hydrangea, crème roses, white lilies and alstroemeria along with yellow and white chrysanthemums, eucalyptus, limonium and more are beautifully arranged in a dazzling cobalt blue vase.
Wreath with Red Velvet Bow – This traditional Christmas wreath of aromatic mixed evergreens and pinecones sports a big, bold red velvet bow! Festive and seasonal, a fresh wreath is the perfect way to welcome loved ones home for the holidays. This evergreen wreath arrives decorated with pinecones, and is tied with red velvet ribbon.
Penny’s Flowers Wreath with Red Velvet Bow
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Hanukkah will begin at sunset on Thursday, December 1oth and ends on December 18th this year. Penny’s By Plaza Flowers also has respectful floral décor for Hanukkah. As the Hebrew calendar uses the lunar cycle, Jewish holidays often change annually. This religious Jewish holiday is an eight day festival that has its basis surrounding the commemoration of the re-dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem. This re-dedication was the result of a group of Jewish warriors that defeated the Greek armies that were occupying the Temple. This festival celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and of spirituality over materiality.
To begin the celebration, the first candle of the menorah is lit. Then each night of Hanukkah one additional candle is lit. During the lighting of the menorah, people sing traditional Hanukkah songs, eat special foods unique to Hanukkah and exchange gifts. It is festive time attended and hosted by many people.
Penny’s Flowers Beautiful in Blue
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