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Merry Krampus

Krampus

In German-speaking Alpine folklore, Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure who punishes children during the Christmas season who have misbehaved, in contrast with Saint Nicholas, who rewards well-behaved ones with gifts.

Merry Krampus. Art by Robert Jimenez

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In German-speaking Alpine folklore, Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure who punishes children during the Christmas season who have misbehaved, in contrast with Saint Nicholas, who rewards well-behaved ones with gifts

Gruss Vom Krampus

Krampus is coming

MERRY KRAMPUS

I actually never heard of Krampus until about a year ago, but once I looked into the tradition I was hooked! The lore of Krampus originates with the Germanic peoples of Europe and stretches back to pre-Christian times. However, as Christianity took over Europe, Krampus was incorporated as a kind of counter balance to St. Nicholas. While good ol’ St. Nick was going around rewarding good little boys and girls with presents, Krampus was out there beating the hell out of the bad ones! Krampus would also rattle his rusty chains to scare bad children. If you were an especially rotten little boy or girl, Krampus would actually KIDNAP you and carry you away in his sack to his lair!

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Have you been naughty or nice?

Merry Krampus as Hail Santa is coming on this Christmas..

Krampus and Santa

Krampus is coming!

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What I love about the Celtic style is that it conveys a sense of mystery. Like the artwork depicts something ancient and lost to time and history. That's why I think the Krampus is a perfect character to be portrayed in a Celtic style. The history of Krampus, as with most folklore, is shrouded in a past that isn't totally clear, and yet, it's presence continues to be known into contemporary times. This version, to me, looks kind of like a Tarot card. It's more simplistic and two-dimensional, but it's meaning implies centuries of history and hidden meaning.

There’s no Kramp’n this style. Rep St. Nick’s sinister other half this holiday season! Merry Christmas!

For the persons who don't exactly love the Christmas Season.

Merry Krampus!

Krampus is on the prowl...have you been naughty or nice this year?

A Krampus Christmas for a Krampus Year

Krampus

Krampus... is creeping... to town.

How the Krampus Stole Christmas

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Krampus is going to get you!

Krampus is carrying a child in a wicker basket on his back. Banner says, Krapus Babysitting service.

Stride into the whimsical world of "Krampus' Yuletide Joyride" where winter festivities take a mischievous twist. As snowflakes gracefully adorn the turquoise backdrop, Krampus is captured mid-merriment, bearing a sack bursting with toys and curious trinkets. His playful grin and the iconic candy cane suggest there's more to this festive figure than just old tales. Perfect for those who love to intertwine the light-hearted fun of the holidays with a dash of folklore mischief.

Vintage Krampus Card

Krampus Army Christmas T-Shirts for men,women,moms and dads.

It's the most horrible time of the year

Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure in Central and Eastern Alpine folklore who, during the Christmas season, scares children who have misbehaved. Assisting Saint Nicholas, or Santa Claus, the pair visit children on the night of December 5th, with Saint Nicholas rewarding the well-behaved children with modest gifts such as oranges, dried fruit, walnuts and chocolate, while the badly behaved ones only receive punishment from Krampus with birch rods.