Explore the Nativity Story, Traditions and Displays
Discover the history and meaning of the Nativity, explore Christmas traditions around the world, and find practical guides for choosing, building and expanding your own Nativity scene.!
Welcome to Nativity Lover
The Nativity is more than a Christmas decoration. It is a story that has inspired centuries of art, traditions and meaningful family displays.
At Nativity Lover, you'll find guides to the people and places of the Christmas story, Nativity customs from around the world, and practical ideas for creating a display of your own.
Whether you're choosing your first Nativity set, adding figures to a treasured collection or exploring the traditions of Bethlehem, we're here to help you discover what makes each Nativity scene special.
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Explore some of our favorite guides to choosing Nativity sets, building meaningful displays and discovering the stories and traditions behind the Christmas scene.
How to Build a Fontanini Nativity Collection: Start Small and Expand Your Bethlehem Scene
Discover how to begin with the Holy Family, choose compatible figures and gradually build a detailed Fontanini Nativity collection.
How to Add Wise Men to an Existing Nativity Scene
Learn how to choose Wise Men that complement your existing Nativity, including figure sizes, styles and placement within the scene.
Nativity Figure Sizes and Scale: How to Match New Figures, Animals, Stables and Accessories
Understand how Nativity figure sizes work and how to select animals, buildings and accessories that look proportionate together.
Miniature Nativity Sets: How to Choose the Right Small Set
Explore miniature Nativity options for smaller spaces, including what to consider when choosing figures, materials and display arrangements.
How to Create a Traveling Wise Men Nativity: Build the Journey to Bethlehem
Create a Nativity display that follows the Wise Men's journey, using figures, scenery and thoughtful placement to bring the story to life.
Star of Bethlehem Decorations for Nativity Scenes: Lighted, Outdoor, Hanging and Tabletop Options
Discover ways to incorporate the Star of Bethlehem into indoor and outdoor Nativity displays, from illuminated stars to hanging and tabletop decorations.
Explore Nativity Styles
From traditional indoor Nativity sets to elaborate miniature villages and outdoor Christmas displays, discover different ways to bring the Nativity story into your home and holiday celebrations.
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About Nativity Lover
Nativity Lover is dedicated to exploring the Christmas Nativity through its history, traditions, artistry and displays. From understanding the people and places of the Nativity story to choosing figures, building collections and creating meaningful Christmas scenes, our guides help readers discover and celebrate this enduring tradition.
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