Belen or the nativity scene is a popular Christmas decoration in any Filipino home. Nativity scene is a creche or tableau using different art materials and tools to create the scene of Jesus’ birth and time in the manger. It has been a popular decoration because it perfectly depicts the innocence of baby Jesus and the fateful day of his birth.
Planning on buying a belen? Did you know that buying a brand new set can cause you hundreds of pesos? If you don’t want to splurge and you have the right amount of creativity in your pocket, then why don’t you use the following DIY nativity scene inspirations?
Belen on a jar
Who says that you should stick on the traditional diorama of a belen? You can create the perfect belen this season by cutting out the key figures of the Nativity scene out of a bond paper and putting them inside a glass jar. You can put fairy lights inside the jar to make it more romantic. What’s more fun is that you can also create tons of these and give it away as a gift for Christmas.
Wood concoction
You can also use wood blocks to create the Nativity scene. Buy wood shapes at the store, put them together by using colorful garlands and viola. The Holy family is right at the center of your dining table!
Rock and roll
Aside from wood, you can also use rocks to create your DIY belen. The rough and hard texture of the rocks will add a spunky spin into the old tradition. Match it with wire for the added trims so it will look organic and unique.
Cut it out
Cut out Nativity scenes are all in range these days mainly because it’s so easy to use and create. All you need is a good paper and a scissors and you’re good to go. Put it inside a frame to make it look sophisticated.
Crochet your way
Big fan of crochet? Use your hobby to create the most adorable Nativity scene today. Get your favorite yarns and put together a belen that will put other belens to shame.
Lego house
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Put your kid’s favorite toy, Lego, to use this Christmas season! Create the famous icons of the Nativity scene using the colorful blocks. Anyone who would see your creation will applaud your creativeness.
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