How to replace moss in Bethlehem

The nativity scene is a Christmas tradition, it is about simulating the birth of the baby Jesus with a scale reproduction. The figures that can never be missing are the baby Jesus, protagonist of the event, his parents Mary and Joseph, the three wise men and a few animals, all resting on moss and earth, with a landscape that evokes that of the time. Currently it is forbidden to remove moss from any place and the more ecological prefer to avoid this step because many times people forget to plant it again, if you are one of those we teach you how to replace the moss in the nativity scene

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An idea that some use to replace moss is sawdust, from companies that usually work with wood, which makes it easy to get without affecting the environment, you can propose it as a new option for a more ecological nativity scene

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The waxed paper, normally used to cook in the oven, is another interesting option, you just have to paint it green with some paint used for school work, it is a good opportunity to have fun with your children and taste their artistic skills

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One option that is never missing is cotton, also painted green, is one of the most common materials in eco-nativity, and an economical and simple idea

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The tow, again painted, is another great alternative to use as a substitute for moss in our manger, the advantage over a material like cotton is its texture and appearance, which looks more frayed and manageable

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Kraft paper, is another great alternative to replace the moss of the manger, and although it should also be painted green its main advantage is that the rest can be used to wrap the gifts this Christmas and thus promote more environmentally conscious parties

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If none of these options convince you you can still help the environment, if you decide to buy moss remember to plant it again in a humid place so that it can reproduce again, otherwise recycle it and use it year after year giving it life with green paint based on water, the environment will thank you

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If you like the idea of ​​a greener Christmas, then we offer some tips to make this time a celebration greener than ever

• With these simple ideas you can teach the little ones the importance of taking care of our environment
• Go ahead and replace the moss of your nativity scene this year and try a different and more eco-friendly way of doing things