Hanging Mistletoe at Home Invites Fairies and Brings Good Fortune

In contrast to the ornate floral wreath from two features ago, this square wreath offers a different charm, reflecting nature's dynamic beauty, with the purity of white roses like snow standing out.

Placed by the window is an arrangement resembling a bouquet laid flat. Its gracefully cascading lines create a visually relaxing design.

And, of course, the symbol of Christmas: mistletoe. As its name suggests, it's a plant that grows parasitically on tree branches. In English, Mistletoe is associated with many legends, including "kissing under the mistletoe," where sharing a kiss beneath it is said to bring happiness.

Its origins trace back to ancient mythology. In Norse mythology, mistletoe was the only creation that had not sworn allegiance to Baldur, the god of light, when his mother Frigg had compelled all other creations—formed from the "four elements" of earth, water, fire, and air—to do so. This was because mistletoe, lacking roots, was not bound by the same conditions.

This vulnerability was exploited, and mistletoe was depicted as the arrow that pierced and killed Baldur. When Baldur was resurrected from the underworld, his mother Frigg's tears of joy transformed into mistletoe berries. This story, along with the narrative of Jesus's resurrection, deeply intertwined mistletoe with Christianity, eventually making it a symbol of Christmas.

…And one more thing.

There is also a legend that as winter arrives, the trees in the forest shed their leaves, forcing the fairies who live there to move to the branches of mistletoe, which retain their vibrant foliage even in the depths of winter. Thus, decorating one's home with mistletoe is said to invite fairies and bring good fortune.

Inspired by such romantic folklore, I've gathered mistletoe into a bouquet and hung it from the chandelier.