decorative products from dough. The center of the craft is
the Arkhangelsk region. Figures from salt dough served as amulets. For example, the amulet "Scythe - Domovushka" symbolizes well-being. Weaving means consent, the infinity of the race. Berries symbolize the harvest. Garlic and onions cast out evil spirits. Red pepper is a symbol of men's health. In Germany and Scandinavia, decorations (Easter and Christmas souvenirs from salt dough: medallions, wreaths, rings and horseshoes) bring home owners luck and prosperity. To preserve decorations from eating by mice and insects, a large amount of salt was added to the dough. So there was a salty dough.It was believed that any piece of salt dough in the house - a symbol of wealth and prosperity in the family and bread and salt will always be on the table.
