The first movable figures were developed by Sister Anita Derungs OP, a nun in the convent of Ilanz (Switzerland) during the summer vacations in 1964. Sr. Anita was an educator at that time. The suggestion for the movable figures came from the then president of the Mothers' Association in Graubünden, Mrs. Fryberg-Candinas. She dreamed of a Christmas crib for the family with movable figures. So the movable figures were created in the tradition of the Christmas cribs.

They do not have a face to define them from their expression. Feelings and intentions are expressed only through body language. This guarantees a wide range of applications and expressions.

When they are made as aids for Christian catechesis, depiction of biblical scenes, for Bible study or, for example, as nativity figures. These figures are used almost exclusively in biblical outfit.

When the figures are used for specific problems in therapeutic work. If you serve the support of empathic way of working. The outfit depends on the respective purpose of the figure (grandma-grandpa, mother-child, man-woman, etc.).

No, the figures are made according to the guidelines of the ABF. They are intended for a wider application and are not only made in biblical outfit.

Yes, Since the beginning of 2009, as a new generation, we manufacture all figures with movable thumb. This increased the functionality of each figure.

We manufacture the 30 figures.

The size is determined by the basic frame. The individual sizes of the finished figures are: ca 9 cm toddler, 16 cm child, 19 cm and 22 cm teenagers, 26 cm and 28 cm adults.

The sisal or string wire base frame wrapped with fabric scraps is flexible throughout. The entire figure, including the hands and thumbs are therefore movable.

The movable figures and animals (except sheep ) have lead feet or hooves according to their size. The weight allows them to stand in all positions.

One of the oldest fields of application is the nativity scene figure. It is possible to make a complete nativity scene with movable figures. Mostly groups like Holy Family, shepherds with sheep or three kings are offered and produced.

You can purchase finished individual pieces and exhibits of the figures and groups of figures in our store at www.kreativ-waren.de. These will be shipped within eight working days. But you can also choose and order figurines in special outfit and desired size according to your imagination. They will then be made to order for you.

In our store you can buy separate costumes and clothing, as well as many accessories and backdrops such as crib stable and boats. We also make and sell matching moving animals.

As a participant of a workshop you will receive the complete basic material (sisal wire frame, stürodor, duvetine, lead feet etc.) from the course instructor. Meanwhile, we manufacture the lead feet for animals in our own production and also offer them for sale in our store.

All basic parts are sold only by arrangement to participants who have taken at least one workshop for moving figures.

Each student can choose the outfit and gender of his figure. But you can also choose and order in our store figures in special outfit and desired size according to your imagination. All figures are then made to order for you.

Our figures made in the workshops and offered for sale all have a "dressed outfit". That is why at any time you can make a change of underwear, outerwear and shoes.

In our store you can get ready-made clothes and costumes to re-dress your characters. Of course, there are then also the appropriate accessories to the outfit. The leather shoes and sandals are our own designs or templates from the ABF courses.

The movable animals available with us ( camels, oxen, donkeys and sheep) are our own products and have been developed and manufactured in our company.

Yes, you can select and order different, movable animals in our "Creative Goods Shop". These will then be made to order for you.

The head made of Styrofoam and hooves made of lead are put on a base frame made of copper wire. Pieces of styrofoam are used in the body for reinforcement. The body surface is created from felted wool.

The sheep do not need lead feet

Dry, protected from light and dust (Commercially available bottle bags are good for storage and transportation).

No, since they are made of natural materials, they are not to be treated with water.wash clothes separately, brush dry, comb hair normally.

For work with children from preschool age, the movable figures are recommended as "storytelling figures". But not for children to play with!

Because people play with dolls. Use them as toys. With the high-quality, movable figures should work and use them as a tool.

With normal application and use, the figures can be used for well over 10 years. Natural signs of use can be improved again with the replacement of clothing and accessories.

Yes. Through training as a seminar leader at the ABF, Ms. Birgit Jordan is able to hold both workshop courses and application courses. In a project week, both can be combined.

For the manufacture of one figure will need about 8-10 hours. Friday evening for the introduction and preparatory work and Saturday to continue have proved successful.

In order to ensure optimal work for everyone, we usually run the workshop courses with 8 -15 participants.

Each course participant receives a corresponding material list with the most important utensils after registration. However, you can also purchase the required working material at the beginning of the course.

Anyone who has a desire and enjoyment of creative activity and the moving figures. Anyone who knows how to use and appreciate the many ways of using the figures.

A little skill and creativity in crafting and sewing is an advantage.