

Some of them may actually be that old, but I did see them at Walmart a few years ago. I love the old-fashioned smaller plastic Mary, Joseph, and Jesus sets which look like they are from the 1950s. Also, many people prefer to put their tree in the window. From inside, it might make the room darker to have the curtains drawn all of the season. Disadvantages: Can't see it very well in the daytime.In addition, I thought this would be a great way to display in places with lots of snow or bad weather. I know a family who had their baby Jesus stolen from their small plastic outside display, so if you are concerned about theft, this can be a good solution. Advantages: This type of display lets you share your set with others and decorates your house.Using a large cardboard box draped with white sheets or fabric, you could create a stage for your figures in front of any large window. You probably don't really need a bay window to do this effect. Using a bay window and white drapery, this family has their ceramic set displayed in the front window. Although I almost passed it by during the day, at night the display lights up dramatically. It had a large ceramic set displayed in a large bay window. Have a large but valuable or delicate Nativity to display? Here is a wonderful window display I came across one day while driving.

You will need some sort of spotlight to illuminate them too. They need to be firmly put up by stakes or other supports so they don't blow down in the wind.
