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A manger is a feeding container used to hold food for livestock and other animals. The word is derived from the French word manger, which means to eat. A manger can be made from any material, such as wood, clay, stone or metal. A manger also is associated with Christmas because the Bible refers to baby Jesus being placed in a manger after his birth. Today, Christians use mangers at Christmas to represent the birth of Jesus. Use these tips to make a Christmas manger.

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Build a Slat Manger from Wood
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    Determine the size of the manger. This style manger is simple to make with wood pieces of the same size. For example, you could create slats that are 24 inches (60.9 cm) long and 1 inch (2.54 cm) wide for a manger large enough to fit a doll (representing Jesus) that's under 1 foot (0.3 m) long. Plan for smaller slats if you want a tiny manger, and larger slats if your manger will be holding a larger doll.[1]
  2. If you can't find pre-cut pieces and you prefer not to cut your own wood, many home improvement stores will cut the wood for you.
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    Cut the wood to size. Using a table saw or the saw of your preference, cut the wood into 11 pieces that are the same size. In this example, the pieces will be 24 inches (60.9 cm) long and 1 inch (2.54 cm) wide.[2]
    • If you're using a box that has a design printed on it, cover it first with brown paper or cut up paper bags. Use double-sided tape or glue to secure the plain brown paper to the box and completely obscure the pattern underneath. When the glue is dry, use markers to create the wood grain pattern.
    • Your manger doesn't have to be brown. You could cover the box with clay-colored paper, festive red and green Christmas colors, or any other colors you desire. If you're making the manger with kids, let them decide how todecorate it in honor of Christmas.
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    Add hay or straw. Arrange hay or straw along the inside and outside of the box. The hay will help disguise the box and create the appearance of a manger.
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    Repurpose an Animal Feeding Trough
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      Locate a feeding trough. If you have access to farm equipment, use an actual feeding trough as a manger. You can use a feeding trough made of any material, including wood, metal or plastic. Check your local farm supply stores if you don't already have access to a trough.
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      Wash the trough. If you're using a trough that has been used by animals, spray it down with soapy water and rinse it well. Let the trough dry in the sun before you decorate it.[5]
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      Warnings

      • Use care when operating all tools, including saws, hammers and nails. Keep all tools away from children.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Wood pieces
      • Saw
      • Hammer
      • Nails
      • Nail gun
      • Cardboard box
      • Markers
      • Feeding trough
      • Hay or straw
      • Baby doll

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      References

      1. https://www.fh.org/2012/11/01/build-christmas-manger/
      2. https://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/remodeling/carpentry/how-to-use-a-table-saw/
      3. https://www.fh.org/2012/11/01/build-christmas-manger/
      4. https://cutthewood.com/diy/how-to-make-cardboard-look-like-wood
      5. https://www.hobbyfarms.com/the-best-way-to-clean-water-troughs/

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      Updated: October 9, 2021
      Categories: Christmas Crafts
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