Secure the burlap fabric inside the embroidery hoop or frame to form your background.
Glue cinnamon sticks in a triangle or A-frame shape to create the stable’s roof, then add horizontal sticks at the base for structure.
Create Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus using wooden beads for heads and small fabric scraps for their robes.
Arrange the figures inside the stable and glue them in place with a little moss or straw beneath baby Jesus.
Decorate with star anise, a small bow, or a “Peace, Love, Prosperity” sign for a final festive touch.
