| Day of the Dead Altar |
From "DIY Crafts"
episode DIC-261 |
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Los Dias de Muerto -- the Mexican Day of the Dead -- is almost carnaval-like in spirit. Colorful costumes, festivals and decorations -- like this altar -- are part of ritual the welcoming of the spirits of those who have passed.
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The Day of the Dead is an important memorial day to honor those who have passed away. Artist and photographer Masako Takahashi creates a small Day of the Dead altar with just a few materials. Materials: Day of the Dead boxed altar with skeleton angel
Personal photos
Assorted candles
A variety of flowers (although marigolds are traditional)
Various paper decorations
- Display altar on a mantel or shelf or in a niche.
- Place photo or figure representing the honored in the center of the altar.
- Decorate with candles, flowers and cut-paper decorations. In addition, commemorate the dead with favorite food, beverages or tokens.
RESOURCES :
The Days of the Dead: Mexico's Festival. . .
Model: 0764906194
Author: Rosalind Rosoff Beimler
Pomegranate Communications
Rohnert Park, CA 94927
Phone: 707-586-5500
Fax: 707-586-5518
Email: info@pompub.com
Website: www.pomegranate.com
Days of the Dead, Vol. 1
Model: 0786820187
Author: Kathryn Lasky
Dia de Muertos En Mexico
Model: 0966587626
Author: Mary J. Andrade
Day of the Dead Box
Model: 0811830519
Author: Gina Hyams and Masako Takahashi
GUESTS :
Masako Takahashi
Email: virtualmasako@compuserve.com
Artist, author and photographer
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