Originally Posted by
vintagemotif
Nancy,
The Germans may have used the chrysanthemum decals in honor of the legend (another speculation from me).
Here is the Legend of the Chrysanthemum.
One cold, snowy Christmas Eve in Germany's Black Forest, a peasant family was sitting down to a meager supper when they heard a wailing. At first they thought it was the wind. But upon hearing the sound repeatedly, they opened the door and found a beggar. They ushered in the poor man who was blue with cold, wrapped him in blankets, and shared their food.
Instantly, the blankets were shed, revealing a man in shining white clothing with a halo around his head. Proclaiming himself the Christ Child he fled. The next morning, outside the door where he had stood, were two white chrysanthemums. Today, many Germans bring white chrysanthemums into their homes on Christmas Eve, believing that by doing so they are sheltering the Christ Child.
Isn't it fun how much we all learn from this shop? Because we all get different brands, types of machines we all get to learn about them and a little history! I love to learn - especially when it involves a little history!
Nancy