Monday, January 4, 2021

La Befana, The Christmas Witch

In Italian culture, La Befana is a witch that gives candy and toys to children on Epiphany Eve, January 5th. The legend is that the Wise Men stopped at Befana's house to ask directions to find the baby Jesus. She did not know the way, but invited them to stay the night with her and rest. The next day they invited her to go with them, but she declined. Later she regretted her decision and went out on her own to look for the baby Jesus and though she didn't find him, she still stops at every house with a child to deliver presents. Basically that's the story. You should probably look to a more reliable source than me on this one, but that's the official Shivers of Delight version of the story. 😉

You can guess that the theme for this week is La Befana, or the Christmas Witch. As always, it's worth a look at these artist's shops to find out more about them.

La Befana Witch Doll from LoreleiBlu

La Befana Witch Art Doll from Kenfolks

La Befana Watercolor Print from Giada Rose

La Befana Needle Felted Doll from Mandi Yates Elwood

La Befana Original Ink Wash Drawing from Andy Sciazko Art

Glass Witch Ornament from BluBom

Witch Yule Hat from The Witchmasters Hats

I think there are so many strange and wondrous things in the world that it's a shame to limit yourself to Halloween. I hope that your childlike sense of wonder will allow you to find a gift on Epiphany Eve!

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