The Angel Gabriel is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook and Ricorumi yarn. His wings are framed by the sparkling Ricorumi Twinkly Twinkly and the golden glitter of Ricorumi Lamé makes his hair shine! This yarn is also used to embroider stars on his robe. The finished figure measures approximately 10cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The Baby Jesus - the star of the scene! - wrapped in a blanket is worked in double crochet using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook and Ricorumi yarn. Ricorumi Lamé makes the halo of the Christ Child shine. The finished figure measures approximately 5cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The all-important crib (or manger) in which the Baby Jesus lies includes the wonderful detail of straw, which is represented with small loops of Ricorumi yarn. A 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook is used. The finished item measures approximately 7cm x 4cm x3cm. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The donkey with his classic pointed ears and tufty fringe is one of the animals Mary and Joseph share the stable with. The donkey is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook and Ricorumi yarn. The finished character measures approximately 4cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

Joseph with his little scarf and hair are worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook and Ricorumi yarn. The finished figure mesures approximately 9cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

No nativity scene is complete without Mary. She is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook and for her curly hair you crochet double crochet in rows. The finished figure measures approximately 9cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The ox, complete with adorable little horns, shares his stable with Mary, Joesph and the Baby Jesus. This lowly beast is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook and Ricorumi yarn. The finished character measures approximately 4cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

Crochet this cute little sheep who accompanies the shepherd to visit the Baby Jesus in the stable, where they will also meet an ox and a donkey. A 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook and Ricorumi yarn are used throughout. The finished character measures approximately 4cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The shepherd (with his flock of sheep) visits the Baby Jesus in the stable after following the bight star. His shepherd's staff and head cover add detail to the little character, which is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook. Once finished, the character measures approximately 9cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

Guiding the visitors to the stable in which the Baby Jesus has been born is the big, shinning Star of Bethlehem and its trail. The finished item measures approximately 8cm x 14cm. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The bright star shows the three wise men the way to the stable. This 'green' wise man, who is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook, has a moustache and his own special gift for the Baby Jesus. The completed character measures approximately 9cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The bright star shows the three wise men the way to the stable. This 'blue' wise man, who is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook, has a beard and moustache, as well as his own special gift for the Baby Jesus. The finished character measures approximately 9cm long. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.

The bright star shows the three wise men the way to the stable. This 'burgundy' wise man, who is worked in double crochets using a 2.5mm (US C/2) crochet hook, has a beard and his own special gift for the Baby Jesus. The completed character measures approximately 9cm. Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.