Mistletoe wreath felt

Fortan may be kissed not only in the doorway under the mistletoe, but already in front of the house and apartment door - and this as it were long and extensively: The hand-felted mistletoe wreath is made of pure new wool and is therefore definitely more durable than a wreath woven from real mistletoe. And if you want to take the expression of romantic or friendly affection into your house and home, you can just as easily weave these wreaths into your table decorations. With its discreet-filigree design, the mistletoe wreath on every festive table sets an accent worth seeing.

Wreaths are probably as old as human heads and dwellings. If, for example, the ancient Germanic peoples wanted to avert disaster with door wreaths, the Greeks and Romans pressed their chosen laurel wreaths on the head and Polynesians still welcome their visitors with flower wreaths, which they put them as a sign of hospitality around the neck. Mistletoe has a special place in this circle. Just think of the Germanic goddess Frigga, who was so happy about the revival of her son Balder, who had been killed by a mistletoe arrow, that she kissed everyone who passed under the tree with the mistletoe (this is where the kissing custom comes from). Or to the cultic action of the druid Getafix of the Asterix comics, who regularly cut mistletoe in the trees for his healing and magic potions. Whether kiss, cure or spell, one thing is certain in popular belief: mistletoe gives confidence by overcoming darkness.

During her backpacking trip through Nepal, the Dane Gry Staunstrup was immediately captivated by the openness and warmth of the people - and by their craftsmanship. She was able to observe in detail how skillfully and skilfully Nepalese women felted wool into Objekten. The idea of using this skill and combining Nepalese craftsmanship with Danish design was quickly born. And the idea was immediately followed by action.

Since 2000, the company Gry & Sif has been producing a wide range of products from wool felt in Nepal. The designs supplied by Gry Staunstrup are in typical Danish design, as striking as they are discreet and at the same time carefree and cheerful; the production is carried out by Nepalese women using traditional craftsmanship. Now Fair Trade certified, Gry & Sif stands for fair wages, good working conditions and transparency. Only pure new wool from New Zealand sheep is used for the felt products - each of which is unique and handmade.

This product is an example of genuine handicraft; therefore, minor deviations in size and colour may occur.