Plastic Canvas Nativity set

Today’s topic is a handmade nativity scene, cross stitched on plastic canvas. It was made around 1970 here in the U.S. The scene includes a Stable - 14" long and 8" high,

Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus in the manger,

Mary is the only one dressed in blue -- the traditional color for the Virgin Mary.

The Angel stands on the roof (secured with Velcro patch). Note the glistening gilt threads.

Three Wise Men offer their precious gifts.

A shepherd kneels holding a lamb; nearby are two other sheep.

The animals include a donkey on the left, an ox in the left foreground and a camel at the right rear.

A pair of hens roost in the attic of the stable.

This post is linked to Blue Monday, a delightful weekly blog event sponsored by our gracious Sally at Smiling Sally.