Celtic Christmas Traditions
Most of us celebrate contemporary Christmas customs of putting ornaments on our Christmas trees and awaiting the arrival of Santa, the Celts on the other hand celebrated the Winter Solstice. The Druids believed that the sun stands still for 12 days from Christmas Eve to the 6th of January. A Yule log was used to burn for light back on those days and the charred relics sheltered the house throughout the year. Mistletoe, which is a sign of fertility, hangs in every house with other plants as a symbol of life in the midst of darkness.
Celtic Costume
 Viking Warrior Adult Plus Costume Includes: Tunic,Cape,Helmet,Boot Covers,Belt. Does not include pants,shoes,or toy sword…. more
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 Viking Warrior Adult Costume Includes: Tunic,Cape,Helmet,Boot Covers,Belt. Does not include pants,shoes,or toy sword…. more
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 Irish Lass Dress Renaissance Collection Adult Costume This dress is perfect for hot days. Worn over the Classic Chemise (sold separately) this sleeveless dress opens like a jacket and laces up the front o… more
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It is the Scots belief that on Christmas Eve, an intense fire would keep impish elves from going down the chimney. On Christmas Day, people would dance around the bonfires while listening to the music of bagpipes and at the same time enjoys oatmeal cake. The major celebrations happened on Hogmanay, at the eve of New Year. These would involve a tradition called “first footing”, where the first person to step inside the home in a New Year is said to carry either good or bad luck, depending on the color of their hair. During the Night of Candles, candles brighten the path for the Holy family, the first footers, and the Mummers. Mummers are often clothed in masks and pass through from every home for music and dancing. The household members would have to guess who the mummers were. On the evening of New Year, they would round houses pounding on the walls to force out the old year while chanting a particular rhyme to request entrance for food & drink.
Scottish Costumes
 Scottish Kilt Adult Plus Costume Includes kilt,shirt,shoulder sash,leg covers,sporran and tam beret. Does not include shoes…. more
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 Sexy Scottie Adult Plus Costume Includes dress,skirt,shoulder tartan,balmoral cap,2 sock clips and 3 shot glasses. Does not include shoes or knee highs…. more
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 Sexy Scottie Adult Costume Includes dress,skirt,shoulder tartan,beret,sock clips and 3 shot glasses. Does not include shoes or knee highs…. more
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 Big Shot Scot Adult Plus Costume Includes: Shirt,kilt,shoulder scarf with four loops,four shot glasses,cap,belt with bottle holster and sock cuffs. Liquor bottle and shoes not include… more
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 Big Shot Scot Adult Costume Includes: Shirt,kilt,shoulder scarf with four loops,four shot glasses,cap,belt with bottle holster and sock cuffs. Liquor bottle and shoes not include… more
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 Hot Scottie Adult Costume Includes: Kilt,hat,belt w/ bag,and two garters. Socks and shoes not included…. more
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 Sassy Lassie Plus Adult Costume Includes: Dress,hat,belt,purse,and two leg garters. Thigh high stockings,shoes,jewelry,and hair ties not included…. more
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 Sassy Lassie Adult Costume Includes: dress,hat,belt,purse,and two leg garters. Thigh high stockings,shoes,jewelry,and hair ties not included…. more
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In Ireland, the celebration ends from Christmas Eve up until Epiphany on the 6th day of January. Red candles would be lighted and decorated with holly sprigs on the eve of Christmas. A seed cake would be baked by the women for every person, three pieces of puddings for Christmas, New Year’s and the Twelfth Night. On Christmas Eve, milk and bread is placed outside and the door was left unbolted as a sign of generosity. On December 26 which is St. Stephen’s Day, every place is filled with football and gatherings. An entertaining even called The Wren Boys Procession is for boys who would put on a costume and hop from house to house singing and playing music while gripping a Holly bush on a stick. They would state that a Wren was concealed in the bush and they needed funds to feed the famished wren, which in reality, the money is for them.
Renaissance Costumes and Masks
 Princess Anne Headband Includes: Headband with attached veil in the back…. more |
 Princess Anne Child Costume Includes: Dress. Does not include headpiece or shoes…. more |
 Renaissance Miss Child Costume Includes gown. Does not include headband or shoes…. more |
 Lady Of The Lake Adult Costume Includes top,skirt,belt,and headpiece. Does not include wig,sword,or shoes…. more |
 Mythic Goddess Adult Wig Includes: (1) Mythic Goddess wig…. more |
 Musketeer Adult Plus Costume Includes: Tunic with attached arm drapes,Gauntlets,Hat,Boot Spats. Does not include facial hair,sword,pants or boots…. more |
 Robin Hood Adult Plus Costume Includes: Shirt with attached vest,Gauntlets,Belts with pouch,Boot Covers. Does not include pants or bow and arrows…. more |
 Tavern Maiden Adult Plus Costume Includes: Dress,Belt. Does not include boots or beer stein…. more |
 Musketeer Adult Costume Includes: Tunic with attached arm drapes,Gauntlets,Hat,Boot Spats. Does not include facial hair,sword,pants or boots…. more |
 Robin Hood Adult Costume Includes: Shirt with attached vest,Gauntlets,Belts with pouch,Boot Covers. Does not include pants or bow and arrows…. more |
 Maid Marian Adult Costume Includes Dress (lace up bodice,overskirt and chemise are all one piece). Does not include headpiece or shoes…. more |
 Tavern Maiden Adult Costume Includes: Dress,Belt. Does not include wig,beer stein or boots…. more |
 Robin Hood Child Costume Includes top with attached printed chest piece,sash,pants with boot tops,and cloak. Does not include shoes or other accessories…. more |
 Masquerade Mask Adult Includes mask…. more |
 Princess Juliet Child Costume Includes dreaa and headpiece. Does not include shoes…. more |
 Long-Nosed Rose Venetian Adult Mask Includes one mask…. more |
 Medieval Guy Adult Costume Includes Top,Toy Mace. Does not include pants…. more |
 Medieval Mistress Adult Costume Includes teddy,skirt,thigh highs,and toy mace…. more |
 Ren Adult Boots Includes shoes…. more |
 Renaissance Lady Adult Costume Includes gown. Does not include accessories…. more |
 Sexy Guinevere Adult Costume Includes dress. Does not include accessories…. more |
 Medieval Shield Includes shield…. more |
 Juliet Child Costume Includes Dress,Headpiece. Does not include shoes,rose…. more |
 Renaissance Queen Child Costume Includes Dress,Hat…. more |
 Robin Hood Child Costume Includes: Tunic,Pants,Belt,Hat,Boot Covers. Does not include Boots…. more |
 Renaissance Princess Child Headband Includes headband. Does not include dress or choker…. more |
 Renaissance Princess Child Choker Includes choker. Does not include dress or headband…. more |
 Renaissance Princess Josephine Child Costume Includes dress. Does not include cape,shoes,headband,choker or bag…. more |
 Lacy Witch Bag Includes bag…. more |
 Lancelot Adult Costume Includes: Tunic,Pants,Boot tops,Belt. Does not include: Shoes,Sword…. more |
 Sequin (Red/Black) Mask Includes mask…. more |
 Antique Mask with White Feathers Includes mask…. more |
 Antique Mask with Pink Feathers Includes mask…. more |
 Robin Hood Adult Costume Includes: Tunic,Hat,Belt,Boot Covers. Does not include shoes or pants…. more |
 Maid Marian Adult Costume Includes: Dress,Headpiece. Does not include shoes…. more |
 Noble Knight Adult Costume Includes: Tunic,Boot Covers,Belt. Does not include pants,shoes or sword…. more |
 Dark Knight Adult Plus Costume Includes: Tunic,Arm Gauntlets,Boot Covers,Cowl. Does not include pants,shoes or toy sword…. more |
 Dark Knight Adult Costume Includes: Tunic,Arm Gauntlets,Boot Covers,Cowl. Does not include pants,shoes or toy sword…. more |
 Designer Collection Sexy Robin Hood Adult Costume Includes top,skirt,hat. Does not include boots…. more |
 Knight of the Round Table Adult Costume Includes headpiece,tunic,belt. Does not include sword,pants or shoes…. more |
 Baroness Adult Costume Includes: Dress,Headpiece…. more |
 Fairy Tale Renaissance Maiden Child Costume Includes: Dress,headband. Does not include: Shoes…. more |
 Red and Gold Princess Wand Includes wand…. more |
 Red and Gold Princess Child Tiara Includes tiara. Does not include costume or choker…. more |
 Renaissance Headband (Pink) Child Includes: Headband…. more |
 Knight Armor Child Costume Kit Includes shield,sword,helmet,breastplate…. more |
 Black Child Boots Includes one pair of black boots…. more |
 Black Knight Helmet Includes one black knight helmet…. more |
 Lancelot Designer Collection Adult Costume Includes: Hood,tunic with attached sleeves,belt and boot tops. Sword,pants and shoes not included…. more |
 Robin Hood Designer Collection Adult Costume Includes: Hat with feather,shirt,vest,capelette with lace up front,belt,pants and boot tops…. more |
 Noble Lord Adult Designer Collection Costume Includes: Hat with feather,cape with chain,tunic with fur trim and collar,corded tie,pants and boot tops…. more |
 Executioner Adult Plus Costume Includes: Eye mask,hooded robe and belt. Gloves and axe not included…. more |
 Tavern Wench Adult Plus Costume Includes: Hat,blouse,corset and skirt. Stein and shoes not included…. more |
 Court Jester Adult Costume Includes: Hood,shirt and pants. Shoes and gloves not included…. more |
 Zola (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black unisex boots…. more |
 Tyler (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black thigh high unisex boots…. more |
 Pirate (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black boots with red ribbon side lace…. more |
 Thomas (Brown) Adult Boots Includes one pair of brown boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more |
 Thomas (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more |
 Bernard (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more |
 Hook (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black boots. Available in Mens sizes: Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more |
 Sparrow (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black boots. Available in men sizes Small (8-9),Medium (10-11),and Large (12-13)…. more |
 Penn (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black high heel boots. Available in women sizes 6,7,8,9,and 10…. more |
 Bonny (Black) Adult Boots Includes one pair of black boots. Available in women sizes 6,7,8,9,and 10…. more |
 Masquerade Queen Adult Costume Includes: Velvet hoop gown and matching eye mask…. more |
 Masquerade Queen Adult Plus Costume Includes: Dress with inset and matching eye mask…. more |
 Racy Robin Hood Elite Collection Adult Costume Includes: Lace-up vinyl trimmed dress,belt,sachel,puff sleevelettes,petticoat,hat with feather and boot covers. Shoes not included…. more |
 Lady Musketeer Plus Adult Costume Includes top and skirt. Boots are not included. Available in women plus sizes XX-Large and XXX-Large…. more |
 Brown Child Wig with Tiara This Brown wig with Tiara is adorable with any princess costume. One size fits most children. Remember a wig cap to hold in your own hair. We cannot a… more |
 Blonde Child Wig with Tiara This Blonde wig with Tiara is adorable with any princess costume. One size fits most children. Remember a wig cap to hold in your own hair. We cannot … more |
 Royal Lady Pirate Adult Costume Includes dress and hat. Boots and sword not included. Available in women sizes S/M 2-8 and M/L 8-14…. more |
 Curry Harem Pants Renaissance Collection Costume Includes: one pair of Curry Harem Pants…. more |
 Chemisette Renaissance Collection Adult Includes: cotton chemisette. Available in Adult size Large…. more |
 Anne Boleyn Grand Heritage Collection Adult Costume Includes dress and headpiece. Earrings not included. Available in women sizes small,medium,and large…. more |
 Brigadoon Grand Heritage Collection Adult Costume Includes shirt,vest,skirt with overpiece,and scarf. Handbag and jewelry not included. Available in women sizes small,medium,and large…. more |
 King Robe Adult Costume Cloak your self with this majestic burgundy Kings Robe trimmed in faux fur. Available in one size fits most adults. Crown and scepter sold separately…. more |
 Crop Top Renaissance Collection Adult A white cotton crop top with sleeves hitting below the elbow and elastic shoulder and waist bands. Shown with the Lock-Lace Bodice (Burgundy) – sold s… more |
 Lock-Lace Bodice (Navy) Renaissance Collection Adult The superb cut cups the breast for a perfect lift. Double boning in the front dips below the navel for a flat profile. Lacing in the 54 grommets up th… more |
 Pirate Hat Adult Unisex Includes a black pirate hat with gold trim. One-size fits most adults…. more |
 Gold Tragedy Mask This is a classic gold Tragedy mask. One Size fits most adults. An elastic band holds the mask in place…. more |
 Gold Comedy Mask This is a classic gold Comedy mask. One Size fits most adults. An elastic band holds the mask in place…. more |
 Renaissance Pouch (Burgundy) The Renaissance Pouch is a gold satin bag with traditional burgundy trimming…. more |
 Renaissance Pouch (Gold) The Renaissance Pouch is a gold satin bag with traditional gold trimming…. more |
 Venetian Mask – 1/2 Face White w/ Black Hat This intricate Venetian Mask is constructed of Painted Vacuum Formed Plastic and Felt. White 1/2 face with gold trim and attached to a black hat trimm… more |
 Black With Stones Mask Beautifully decorated with shimmering stones and beads,this impressive black mask will surely turn heads at your next Mardi Gras Ball! The mask has a … more |
 Black and Gold Carnival Mask This beautifully decorated gold and black Venetian style half mask has sequins and feathers and is an elegant touch for your Masquerade costume. The m… more |
 Regal Jester Hooded Cape This mystical Regal Jester hooded cape is made of polyester velvet with bright red,yellow and purple color blocking,and trimmed in black,extended purp… more |
 Fairy Tale Wig Includes a beautiful blonde wig with curls. One Size fits most adults. Choker not included…. more |
 Gold Netted Mask Gold netting is accompanied by traditional gold trim. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down ov… more |
 Venetian Mask – Gold/White Mask with Hat This gold mask is accompanied by a traditional gold trim. The hat is attached to the mask. One Size fits most adults. The mask has an attached,rigid p… more |
 Venetian – Fiesta Mask Traditional sequin beading and colorful jewels adorn this distinctive design. Ribbon streamers heighten the whimsical feeling of this mask. One Size f… more |
 Venetian – Gold Nose Mask/Hat This is a classic Venetian mask with an attached traditional,three-cornered hat. One Size fits most adults. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U s… more |
 Venetian – Jester Mask Traditional sequin beading and a rainbow of colors,Gold accents,sparkling jewels,and whimsical ribbon streamers. One Size fits most adults. The mask h… more |
 Renaissance Adult Shoes Includes: A pair of brown,Renaissance shoes with criss-cross straps and black sole (less than 1″)…. more |
 Sailors Pants (Black) Renaissance Collection Adult Costume Deep front pockets and a drawstring waist add to the comfort of these light-weight classic black pants. Combine with the white Ren Shirt and Burgundy … more |
 Ring Belt – Renaissance Adult Collection Eight-ounce leather,1 3/4 inches wide by up to 49 inches long. Snip tip to fit. Genuine leather. One size fits most…. more |
 Hosen Traditional – Renaissance Adult Collection Traditional hosen undergarment has drawstring elastic waistband secured with a grommet. Made of 92% Cotton / 8% Lycra these hosen are machine washable… more |
 Classic Chemise Renaissance Collection Adult The chemise is worn under all gowns. A timeless piece,the chemise today is better known as a slip. Chemises were designed to leave less wear and tear … more |
 Country Wench Twill Bodice Renaissance Collection Adult The twill bodice is an excellent piece to partner with the Galley or Country Wench Gathered Skirts (both sold separately). Worn over a chemise (sold s… more |
 Country Wench Gathered Skirt Renaissance Collection Adult The gathered skirt has a double set of lacing holes in the back of the waistband,which allows for adjustments. The extra-high waistband is superior to… more |
 Galley Wench Twill Bodice Renaissance Collection Adult The twill bodice is an excellent piece to partner with the Galley or Country Wench Gathered Skirts (both sold separately). Worn over a chemise,the bod… more |
 Galley Wench Gathered Skirt Renaissance Collection Adult The gathered skirt has a double set of lacing holes in the back of the waistband,which allows for adjustments. The extra-high waistband is superior to… more |
Irish Lass Dress Renaissance Collection Adult Costume This dress is perfect for hot days. Worn over the Classic Chemise (sold separately) this sleeveless dress opens like a jacket and laces up the front o… more |
 Country Wench Gathered Skirt in Eggplant Renaissance Collection Adult The gathered skirt has a double set of lacing holes in the back of the waistband,which allows for adjustments. The extra-high waistband is superior to… more |
 Black Queen Adult Costume This Adult costume includes a black full length gown with silver lame center panel,sheer sleeves,and a crown headpiece with attached veil. Polyester. … more |
 Maiden of Verona Adult Plus Costume A lovely long purple and ivory panne gown with gold trim accents and a matching headpiece…. more |
 Festive Royalty Mask Includes a plastic base red and blue mask embellished with shiny polyester fabric and golden trim. Design is completed with multicolored sequins and j… more |
 Medieval Monk Adult Costume Includes a polyester under robe,hood with caplet,rope belt and wig. Available in One Size Fits Most Adults. Cross and mustache sold separately. Sandal… more |
 Fancy White Pirate Shirt Adult An off-white pirate style shirt with lace up neckline,ruffled collar and cuffs. This is a unisex shirt and can be worn by either men or women. Availab… more |
 Pirate Boy Boot Tops Distressed pleather Pirate Boy Boottops come in Black or Brown. One size fits most children. Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/Large. T… more |
 Pirate Man Boottops Distressed pleather Pirate Man Boottops come in Black or Brown. One size fits most* (runs small). Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/Lar… more |
 Pirate Girl Boot Tops Distressed pleather Pirate Girl Boottops come in Black or Brown. One size fits most children. Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/Large. … more |
 Pirate Lady Boot Tops Cuffed black distressed pleather boottop comes in Black or Brown. Womens sizes: One size fits most*. Please note: Size is listed on package as Medium/… more |
 Lancelot Adult Costume Includes a long sleeve tunic with wrist bands,pants with attached boot tops,and a belt. Available in one size Adult Standard (up to a size 38-42). Mus… more |
 Prince Adult Costume Includes Gold-trimmed panne shirt,matching panne pants,and belt. One size fits most Adult Men (up to a size 42/44)…. more |
 Mustache and Goatee (Literate) Self adhesive mustache and goatee,great accessory for a Shakespear costume…. more |
 Venetian Mask w/Stick Silver Accents Beautiful Venetian half mask with Silver accents and attached stick…. more |
 Red Venetian Mask with Stick Add a touch of mystery to your next costume with this deluxe Venetian mask Red half mask,with feather and gold accents and an attached black and silve… more |
 Venetian Mask Black Cat This Venetian cat shaped half mask has Black faux fur and Gold trim. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to… more |
 Venetian Mask Silver W/Headpiece This deluxe Venetian mask is Silver with Silver and Black accents,and an attached Black headpiece with Silver accents. The mask/headpiece has an attac… more |
 Red Venetian Mask Male This half style mask is Red and White with Gold accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down… more |
 Red Venetian Mask Female This lovely half style mask is Red with Gold accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down ov… more |
 Black Venetian Mask This half style mask is Black with Gold accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down over th… more |
 Black Venetian Feathers Mask This half style mask is Black with Gold accents and feathers. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel… more |
 Renaissance Queen Adult Plus Costume Includes: Dress with Gold inlet,Gold accents,and headpiece…. more |
 Swash Buckle Shirt Adult Costume Includes: one white shirt…. more |
 Hooded Velvet (Black) Double Adult Cape Includes one (1) basic Black hooded velvet cape that ties at the neck…. more |
 Warrior King Child Costume This costume includes: Silver and Black headpiece with cowl,tunic with a dragon crest and boot tops. Sword sold separately…. more |
 Mardi Gras Couples Mask This wonderful half mask is a Deep Green with Gold Trim. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the mask to swivel down… more |
 Gold Venetian Half Mask with Flowers This beautiful half mask is Gold details and trim and bright colored flower accents. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which al… more |
 Black Feather Couples Mask This lovely half mask is Black with Gold Trim,Feathers and Black and Gold Ribbons. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allo… more |
 Black Couples Mask This handsome half mask is Black with Gold Trim and Black and Gold Ribbons. The mask has an attached,rigid plastic,U shaped headband which allows the … more |
 Mardi Gras Feather Couples Mask This beautiful half mask is a deep green with gold trim,accented with purple and green feathers,and Purple and Gold Ribbons. The mask has an attached,… more |
The Welsh which are well-known for their fantastic singing voices and caroling, known as eistoddfodde, is a very famous activity held during Christmas. In some neighborhood, people gather around in a public area to make known who has presented the best music for a new carol. This carol is included to all the rest of the songs that are well-known and frequently sung in Wales. In other areas, a resident is chosen to be the Mari llwyd, who roam around the town in dressed white clothing while carrying a horse’s skull on a stick. Any person being bitten by the horse’s jaws must pay a penalty. One of the well-liked sweets for the Christmas holiday is called Taffy. Christmas goose is also a traditional food and a must. Santa doesn’t have any cookies and milk left for him; instead, mince pies and a bottle of Guinness was left for his taking! They also preserve the English practice of holly, mistletoe, pudding, stockings, and snow.