Description
This freestanding wooden plaque lines up three little houses along a long white base, with the words 'Family IS THE heart of THE HOME' printed across the front between two small hearts. Each house is finished in white and drawn in soft grey lines: pitched roofs with striped tiles, tiny square windows, a front door and a little grey chimney on top. The middle house carries a leafy sprig climbing beside its arched door, and the house on the right has a gabled front, so the row reads like a small village street. It stands 8cm tall, 15.5cm wide and 3.5cm deep, a neat size that sits comfortably on even a narrow shelf.
Because it stands on its own base, it needs no wall and no fixings, so it can go wherever the message will be seen most: on a mantelpiece, a hallway console where everyone comes and goes, a windowsill or a bookshelf in the living room. The white and grey colouring sits quietly with most schemes, from pale modern rooms to cosy cottage interiors, and the mix of script and capital lettering keeps it friendly rather than formal. It makes a warm gift for anyone who loves a busy family home, and its compact size makes it easy to wrap.
The plaque is made of wood, with the houses and the wording printed in grey on a white finish, and its flat base keeps it steady on any level surface. Care is simple: dust it now and then with a soft, dry cloth and keep it away from water, which is good practice for any printed wooden piece. For a softer display, we like it beside a framed family photo or a small vase of greenery, where the little row of houses adds a homely note without taking over the shelf.
Specification
| Material |
Wood |
| Colour |
White |
| Finish |
Printed |
| Height |
8cm |
| Width |
15.5cm |
| Depth |
3.5cm |
| Weight |
0.141kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the little houses plaque?
It stands 8cm tall, 15.5cm wide and 3.5cm deep, small enough for a narrow shelf, a windowsill or a mantelpiece.
What does the wording on the plaque say?
The front of the base reads 'Family IS THE heart of THE HOME', with a small heart printed at each end of the line.
What is the plaque made of?
The plaque is made of wood, finished in white, with the three little houses and the lettering printed in soft grey.
Does it need to hang on a wall?
No, it is freestanding. The long flat base lets it stand on any level surface such as a shelf, sideboard or hallway table.
How should I look after it?
Dust it gently with a soft, dry cloth when needed, and keep it away from water and damp to look after the printed wooden finish.