This Dutch tradition goes back to the17th Century.
Traditionally, in the weeks before Sinterklaas (Santa Claus) arrival on 5 December, before going to bed, children put their shoes next to the fireplace chimney of the coal-fired stove or fireplace. They leave the shoe with a carrot or some hay in it and a bowl of water nearby “for Sinterklaas’ horse”, and the children sing a Sinterklaas song. The next day they will find some candy or a small present in their shoes. source
I grew up looking forward to this tradition every year. I’m so glad I’m doing this with my children.
What a neat and fun tradition! I have never heard of it before but my son would love this!
i have never heard of this….
that is such a great idea
Cute and fun tradition!
FUN!!! I can’t wait to do it tomorrow night with the girls!
I hope you post pictures!