A few more photos of the Christmas 2016 Villagescape

A Bit of History on Villages

Thought this was a pretty good article for those who just want a brief capsule of information on the history of villageing.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_village

A Tribute to Papa Ted and Famous Putz Collection

This is a great article that recently came out about Ted Althoff, otherwise known as Papa Ted in the world of villaging and collectible village pieces.  He has collected a very extensive ensemble of village houses known as Putz, and is a wonderful resource and knowledgeable authority on these older type of village houses. 

Check out his site for a nostalgic trip back in time to some of the early days of villaging.  http://www.papatedsplace.com/ 

Another 5 Great Traditions for Your Family During Christmas

We've added a new excerpt to our library of Christmas stories and articles at Villagescapes by Village Fantasies. Check out our stories page at http://villagefantasies.blogspot.com/p/article-library-by-village-fantasies.html 

Oh Where oh Where Have My Villagescape Photos Gone

What is a villager to do when their harddrive file full of Villagescape photos ends up being inaccessible because the computer had a mind of its own and moved them to an imaginary removable media device entitled local Disk C? He screams at the top of his lungs. Plug your ears, this could get painful.

Wonderland of Noble Firs on Display and Sale at Riley's Farm

A trip back in time to colonial America, a stimulating and invigorating experience that brings smiles and appreciation of a simpler time in our country's history.  At Riley's Farm in the historical Southern California apple town of Oak Glen, you can not only enjoy reenactments and hands on activities that hark back to our country's roots, but you can also buy #1 grade Noble Firs like these cheap, enjoy live music, fresh ground wheat bread, a tavern fireplace, and Adventures in the Old World? Make plans!

Linda and I at Riley's Farm-circa 2009(love that word 'circa', sounds so historical)

Christmas Traditions-Give Your Family Something to Look Forward to With a New Tradition

Christmas Traditions-Give Your Family Something to Look Forward to With a New Tradition

Check out our new Christmas tradition article about adding some new flavor to your annual holiday festivities.

Thanksgiving Music Anyone??

We were just wondering if anyone had any favorite background music that they liked to listen to during the Thanskgiving holiday.  We yearly hear the Christmas tunes playing over the airwaves, but why aren't there any recognizable Thanksgiving tunes?

Christmas Village or Harvest Village Displays?

I was curious if anyone is already prepping or thinking about their displays for the soon upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Whether you are getting excited about your next Christmas Village or our deciding to dabble and experiment with a Harvest Village display, we'd like to hear about your ideas or see your photos.

Classic World War II era putz style village houses

Anyone have any of these World War II era vintage homes. Classics, and how must of us villagers got our start. I grew up every Christmas looking forward setting up our small display with several of these. Still have some, but unfortunately they're not in the same prime condition of old. 

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Thanksgiving or Christmas articles?

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The Harvest Season Unfolding Before Us

http://villagefantasies.blogspot.com With less than two months before the autumn cooling and the recoloring of foliage that accompanies it, does anyone have any fond recollections of the fall season, Thanksgiving, family gatherings, etc.? Please.......no fond memories of excursions to the mall on the day after Thanksgiving. The retail commercial aspect of the holiday season don't count. Although it is a big part of what makes our economy thrive, our goals here are to bring out the true history of the celebratory events that have made Thanksgiving and Christmas our national treasures.
Steve

Growing Christmas Village Library

Our quickly growing Christmas Village library. By end of year will be one of webs largest sources of Christmas only articles on villages, traditions, and decorating
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