5 out of 5 stars (4,367) $ 25.00. In Italian folklore, Befana visits all the children of Italy on the eve of the Feast of the Epiphany to fill their shoes with candy and presents if they are good; a lump of coal or dark candy if they are bad. La Befana, a kindly witch, rides a broomstick down the chimney to deliver toys into the stockings of Italian children. $10.93. 1 – DIY Befana dolls – Whether to use as tabletop decorations, place card holders at a holiday gathering, or party favors, these darling witch figures created by La … Make sure this fits by entering your model number. These Santas were arrayed in every color of the rainbow–sometimes even in black. ; Byers' Choice Befana is masterfully hand sculpted and painted with a beautifully expressive clay face. The Befana is celebrated throughout all of Italy, and has become a national icon. This beautiful, handmade La Befana doll is the perfect gift or decoration for the Celebration of the La Befana tradition. See more ideas about italian christmas, christmas in italy, christmas. KINDER FERRERO WITCH DOLLS HAPPYFANIA BEFANA 25cm TALL FIGURE CHIARINA 016 2014. A real live Befana in Rome's Piazza Navona, January 4, 2012. Most modern representations of Befana — seen in storybooks and as popular dolls — depict her as an elderly woman wrapped in a dark shawl, wearing a kerchief on her head, and carrying or riding a broom. Every year there is a big festival held to celebrate the holiday. In many poorer parts of Italy an Jan 7, 2016 - Explore Gina Carluccio's board "La Befana the Italian Christmas Witch" on Pinterest. Basket and skirt color may vary. She fills the children’s stockings full of either candy or coal, depending on their behaviour the year before. 5.25 inches tall. In the regions of the Marches, Umbria and Latium, her figure is associated with the Papal States, where the Epiphany held the most importance. La Befana Doll - Christmas Witch - Kitchen Witch - Italian Christmas - Sweet Witch - Italian Tradition WildflowerToys. About 30,000 to 50,000 people attend the festivities. Photo by Trisha Thomas. $13.66 previous price $13.66 + … La Befana - The Good Witch of Christmas. KINDER FERRERO WITCH DOLLS 25cm TALL FIGURE HAPPYFANIA BEFANA BELLINA 017 2014. In an Economic Crisis being the Befana can help makes ends meet. Befana is said to be an old woman and many refer to her as a witch, who visits all the children in Italy on the eve of the Epiphany, celebrated on January 6. $7.63. 5.0 out of 5 stars 4. Lplpol Christmas New Year Ornament Christmas Witch Buona Befana Ceramic Ornament for Christmas Tree Decoration. This miniature doll carries a basket and broom in her hands. Urbania is thought to be her official home. Befana dolls in an Italian shop. Bestseller Favorite Add to More colors La Befana, Yule Art, Satin Holiday Stocking MickieMuellerStudio. Dillards La Befana: Italy - Holiday Figurine (International Santa Claus Collection) 4.6 out of 5 stars 13. $9.54 previous price $9.54 + $5.49 shipping. But they all had long white beards and carried gifts for the children. Legend of Old Befana By: Tomie DePaola Strega Nona Doll By: Merry Makers The Christmas Queen By: Ronny Arnold La Befana Cd Vien di Notte By: Various Artists Befanas Gift By: Natile Carlson 12 Nights of Old Befana By: Stefano Cavallini Stega Nona's Gift By: Tomi DePaola Strega Nona Her Story By: Tomie DePaola Big Anthony His Story By: Tomie DePaola The legend of Befana began thousands of years ago and remains Little Befana dolls on sale in Rome's Piazza Navona. ... Befana Dolls, Ruggero2, Flikr. 5 out of 5 stars (1,772) $ 25.99. TWH – While Epiphany is a very Christian celebration, generally recognized by Catholics and Orthodox Christians, some traditions of La Befana, the Witch of Italian legend who delivers gifts on the eve of the Christian feast of the Epiphany, may have Pagan roots. Photo by Trisha Thomas ... She is a little bit little bit witch and a little bit fairy.