New to Christmas villages or want to better understand the pieces you already own? You’re in the right place. Village 101 is your friendly guide to all things Christmas villages — from breaking down popular brands and collections to explaining the ins and outs of different series and what makes each one unique. Whether you’re decoding markings on the bottom of a piece or learning the story behind a beloved collection, this section is here to make it all feel simple and joyful.
As part of our larger Christmas Village Hub, Village 101 helps truly understand the brands and series behind our miniature Christmas worlds.
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Department 56 has created dozens of charming village series over the years, but the core village series stand apart as the heart of the brand: The Original Snow Village and…
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Department 56 is most known for its beautifully crafted Christmas village buildings and accessories, but it seems like they have a bazillion village series. So many, so that you may…
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EVERYONE STAY CALM! Department 56 just launched their first Core Christmas Village since 1990!! It’s a dazzling desert-inspired village called Christmas Canyon. This unique addition to their core series brings…
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From the moment you set up your first Christmas Village, you understand the importance of scale. The magic of a Christmas village is born from staring into its twinkly lights…
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Hello, fellow Christmas village enthusiasts! Today, I’m thrilled to share with you 11 products that have been absolute game-changers in setting up my Christmas village. I’ve gathered a list of…
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If you love Christmas Villages but don’t have enough space to have a big display, I am going to walk you through – in 5 easy steps – how to…
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