Praying Joseph V1 nativity figure – wooden cutout for crafts

It's nearly Christmas and the nativity scene is on the windowsill. You're wondering how to complete the scene this year. Or you're looking for a motif to paint together with the children. This wooden nativity figure shows the silhouette of Joseph at prayer. It's made for your Christmas decorations: simple, natural and ready to design just the way you like. Set it up in plain wood or decorate it in bright colours. Either way, the Holy Night takes shape in your home.

What changes for you

• Your nativity grows into a complete scene. The praying Joseph can be freely combined with other nativity figures from the series.
• You can design the motif to suit your home exactly. The untreated wood can be painted, decorated with stickers, coated or oiled.
• You'll find the right size for every spot, from small table decorations to large window figures. Simply choose a height from 5 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• When crafting with children, the motif is ready to go straight away. The laser-cut edges are smooth and nothing needs sanding.
• Larger projects are easy to supply too. Order singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100, just as you need.

Why this nativity figure makes a difference in everyday life

A nativity scene tells a story, and every figure makes it a little more complete. The calm silhouette of Joseph at prayer brings the quiet, reflective mood of Advent to your table. You don't need to put lots of effort into decorating. And because the wood is left natural, you decide for yourself. The figure can stay plain or become a shared craft project.

Material & finish

The figure is laser-cut from 3 mm poplar plywood. It is made in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia. Laser cutting gives smooth edges and the typical fine brown rim. This rim gives the silhouette a clear outline. The wood is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. That makes it ideal for designing to your own ideas. As a purely natural material, every piece shows its own grain and different shades. Occasionally there are small knots. This is not a flaw. It is what makes every figure one of a kind.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: poplar plywood, untreated
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Motif: Praying Joseph V1
• Height: 5 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is 8 cm
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges, characteristic brown laser edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the praying Joseph

• In the nativity scene: Place Joseph beside Mary and the Child. The nativity scene on your windowsill then tells the whole story of the Holy Night.
• Crafting with children: Every child paints their own figure. In the end you have a home-made nativity scene that everyone is proud of.
• As Christmas table decoration: Put a small figure at each place. Every guest finds their seat marked with their own figure.
• On Christmas cards and gifts: Stick a small silhouette onto a card or parcel. Your greeting comes with a visible, handmade gesture.
• In a shop, café or at the Christmas market: With sets of 10 or more, you can decorate shop windows, counters or stalls in a matching style. Or offer ready-made craft motifs for customer activities.

Good to know about Praying Joseph

Joseph has always been one of the central figures of the nativity scene. As the quiet protector of the Holy Family, he is traditionally shown in a devout, praying pose. That's why the motif suits not only your nativity at home. It also works well for parish work, children's church services and Advent craft groups.

Care & durability

There's not much you need to do. Untreated plywood stays at its best when stored dry. That way you can take the figure out of the Christmas box year after year. And it will look just as it did on the first day of Advent.

Options & what's included

• Height of your choice: 5 cm to 50 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• The praying Joseph V1 wooden figure is delivered in your chosen size and quantity, untreated and unpainted

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint or decorate the figure? Yes. The wood is untreated and can be decorated with stickers, coated, oiled or painted. It's ideal for crafting and designing.

Why does the figure have a brown edge? The praying Joseph is laser-cut. This creates the typical brown rim that gives the silhouette a clear outline. The edges are smooth at the same time.

How wide is the figure? The width depends on the height you choose. As a guide: at 10 cm high, the figure is 8 cm wide.

Does every figure look the same? The shape is identical, but the wood is not. As a natural material, it shows different shades and grain patterns, and sometimes small knots. Every piece is one of a kind.

Does the figure go with other nativity figures? Yes. The Joseph silhouette can be combined with other nativity figures to create a complete nativity scene.

Picture the evening when the nativity scene is set up. The candles are lit. Your own home-made scene tells the story of the Holy Night. Simply choose your size and quantity. You design the rest.