Description
This little cottage village scene counts down the days to Christmas from your mantelpiece or shelf. A red cottage with a snowy white roof, white windows and a natural-toned door sits on a rectangular base, its walls dotted with tiny white spots like falling snow and a slim black chimney pipe rising from the roof. Beside it stands a small green tree with frosted white tips and a neat stack of logs, while a little ladder runs up the front of the base. Across the base, DAYS TIL XMAS is printed in white above two small hooks that hold the numbered tags. It stands 13.7cm tall, 9.3cm wide and 4.5cm deep, so it fits easily on a narrow ledge.
We think it belongs wherever the household gathers in December: on the mantelpiece, a hall table, a kitchen windowsill or a living room bookshelf. Swapping the tags each morning becomes a small daily ritual, a lovely way for the family to watch the count fall as the big day nears. The red and natural colouring sits happily with traditional Christmas decorations and greenery, adding a homely touch to a festive mantel without taking up much room. It also makes a cheerful Christmas gift for anyone who loves the build-up to the holidays.
The cottage, tree and log pile sit on the base as one freestanding piece, so it needs no wall, nail or hook. The crisp red and white of the cottage stands out against the natural tone of the base, door and logs, giving the whole scene a cosy, homespun look. To keep it looking its best, dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from damp. For a simple seasonal arrangement, set it on the mantelpiece with a few pine cones and a sprig of holly at its side.
Specification
| Colour |
Red & Natural |
| Height |
13.7cm |
| Width |
9.3cm |
| Depth |
4.5cm |
| Weight |
0.1kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is the Christmas countdown village scene?
It stands 13.7cm tall, 9.3cm wide and 4.5cm deep, small enough for a mantelpiece, windowsill or narrow shelf.
How does the countdown work?
Numbered tags hang from two small hooks beneath the printed DAYS TIL XMAS, and you change them each morning to show how many days are left.
Does it need to be hung on a wall?
No, it is a freestanding piece on its own base, so it simply sits on a mantelpiece, shelf, sideboard or windowsill.
What colours is the cottage scene?
The cottage is red with a white roof and white windows, set on a natural-toned base with a small green frosted tree and a stack of logs.
How should I look after it?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth, keep it away from damp, and store it somewhere dry between Christmases so it stays looking fresh.
Would it make a good Christmas gift?
Yes, it makes a cheerful Christmas gift for a family who enjoys counting down to the big day together each December.