Praying Mary nativity figure V1 – wooden silhouette to craft

The Advent wreath is lit and the nativity scene is taking shape. But one figure is still missing in the centre: the praying Mary. This wooden nativity figure comes to you as an untreated silhouette. You can paint it, decorate it or leave it as natural wood. It suits your nativity scene, whether small on the windowsill or large in a shop window. You choose the exact height from 5 to 50 cm to fit your scene.

What changes for you

• Your nativity scene gets its central figure of the Holy Night. Add more wooden nativity figures to build a complete scene.
• You design the figure just the way you like. The wood is untreated, so you can paint it, glue things on, varnish it or oil it.
• You always find the right size for your space. The height can be chosen freely from 5 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can start crafting straight away, with no sanding needed. The laser-cut edges are smooth and cleanly cut.
• Larger projects are easy to supply too. Order single figures or sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100, for example for craft groups or shop displays.

Why this nativity figure makes a difference in everyday life

A nativity scene depends on its figures. They need to match each other and the room. The praying Mary as a wooden silhouette brings a calm, natural motif into your home. It works in plain wood as well as painted in bright colours. During Advent, it makes a calm arrangement on the table, in the window or on the counter.

Material & finish

The figure is laser-cut from 3 mm poplar plywood. This gives it the typical brown edge that outlines the silhouette nicely. The edges are smooth and the finish is clean. The figure sits well in the hand, and children can paint it safely. The wood is untreated, neither varnished nor stained. That is why it takes paint, glue or oil well. As a natural material, it shows different shades, fine grain patterns and occasionally small knots. This makes every piece unique. The figure is made in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood (poplar)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: Betende Maria V1
• Height: 5 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is 7.5 cm
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges, characteristic brown laser edge
• Surface: untreated, not varnished or glazed
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the praying Mary

• In the nativity scene: You place Mary at the centre of your scene. Your nativity scene gets its heart, ready to be brought out again year after year.
• Crafting with children: Each child paints their own Mary. In the end, a small, self-made nativity figure stands under the tree.
• As Christmas table decoration: Put a small figure at every place setting. Your guests get something to keep before the meal even starts.
• For the window or shelf: Combine several sizes into a staggered scene. This gives your Christmas decoration depth instead of a uniform look.
• In a shop or café: With sets from 10 pieces, you can decorate shop windows, counters or Advent promotions in a matching style. They are quick to set up and easy to pack away again.
• For parish or school projects: The sets of 50 and 100 supply whole craft afternoons. Everyone works on the same motif, yet every result turns out different.

Good to know about the praying Mary

The tradition of the nativity scene goes back to Francis of Assisi. In 1223, he had the birth scene of Bethlehem re-enacted. Since then, Mary as the central figure of the Holy Night has been part of almost every nativity scene. That is why this silhouette is a good starting point. Use it to build your own nativity scene piece by piece or to give as a gift.

Care & durability

There is not much you need to do. The wood is untreated, and if kept dry it will last for many years. You can bring it out again every Advent. Avoid constant moisture. If you paint or oil the figure, you protect the surface even more. You can also choose the colour and finish freely.

Options & what's included

• Height freely selectable from 5 cm to 50 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• Figures are supplied untreated and in natural wood – paints, decorations or other decoration are not included

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the figure or glue things on it? Yes. The wood is untreated and neither varnished nor stained. You can paint it, glue things on, varnish it or oil it.

Why do the edges have a brown rim? The figure is laser-cut. This creates the typical brown edge that outlines the silhouette. The edges are smooth and clean.

How wide is the figure? The width depends on the height you choose. At a height of 10 cm, it is 7.5 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, grain patterns and small knots. Every piece is unique.

Are there larger quantities for bigger projects? Yes. As well as single figures, you can order sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100.

Picture the moment when the nativity scene is set up. The candles are lit. Your self-made Mary takes her place in the centre. Simply choose your height and quantity – and start creating.