Given the refined focus on craftsmanship and the need to preserve the authenticity of the Italian tradition of creating wooden Christmas figurines, and the requirement for a tangible object to facilitate this tradition’s transmission, I propose the following ideas:

  • Figurine Carving Templates: A kit containing several high-quality pre-cut wooden blanks with pre-traced outlines of classic Christmas figurines of varying complexity. This allows users to learn basic carving skills, progressing from simple to more intricate designs.
  • Interactive Learning Display: A display stand demonstrating the steps in creating a figurine, from the initial blank to the finished piece. It includes video instructions, examples of tools, and materials. Suitable for use in schools and workshops.
  • Figurines Book-Album: A book combining the history of the figurine-making tradition with miniature figurines cut from wood (or plywood). Some figurines may be partially unfinished, encouraging users to complete the carving process.
  • Finished Figurine Decoration Kit: A kit of high-quality paints, varnishes, brushes, and other materials for decorating pre-carved wooden figurines, allowing for personalized designs.
  • Thematic Christmas Ornament Kit: Instead of complete figurines, this kit provides pre-cut blanks for creating individual ornaments (stars, baubles, snowflakes) which can then be decorated and used as festive adornments.

These items aim to promote hands-on learning and skill development, making the learning process more accessible and engaging for younger generations while respecting and preserving the tradition.