Description
This wooden mantel plaque lines up three little houses in soft grey, each drawn in a darker grey line with tiny windows, doors and chimneys. The tallest house in the middle has a ridged roof and a pair of potted plants by its front door, while the house on the right has a leafy sprig climbing beside its arched door. The houses stand upright in a slim base in a natural wood tone, printed in white with the words "FRIENDS ARE THE FAMILY WE choose", the last word written in a flowing hand. It measures 9cm high, 15cm wide and 2cm deep, a small and gentle piece rather than a large sign.
At 15cm wide it sits comfortably on a mantelpiece, a bookshelf, a dresser or a bedside table, and its pale grey and wood tones settle easily into a calm, neutral room. It is a lovely way to tell a close friend how much they mean, and we think it makes a thoughtful gift for the friend who has become family: the one who has been there through long chats, big changes and every season in between. Because the message is about the people we choose, it also suits a hallway shelf or a kitchen windowsill, where it will be seen and smiled at every day.
The plaque is made of wood with a printed finish, and the base gives it a steady footing on any flat surface, so it needs no wall, nail or hook. To care for it, dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water and damp, which helps the print and the wood stay looking their best. Give it with a framed photograph of the two of you, or tuck a handwritten note beside it, and it becomes a small, lasting reminder that the friends we choose are family too.
Specification
| Material |
Wood |
| Colour |
Grey |
| Finish |
Printed |
| Height |
9cm |
| Width |
15cm |
| Depth |
2cm |
| Weight |
0.078kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the houses mantel plaque?
It measures 9cm high, 15cm wide and 2cm deep. That is a compact size that fits easily on a mantelpiece, shelf or bedside table.
What words are printed on the plaque?
The wooden base reads "FRIENDS ARE THE FAMILY WE choose" in white lettering, with the last word picked out in a flowing script.
What is the plaque made of?
It is made of wood with a printed finish. Soft grey houses are drawn in a darker grey line above a base in a natural wood tone.
Does it hang on the wall or stand up?
It stands on its own. The houses sit upright in a slim wooden base, so it rests on any flat surface without a nail or hook.
Is it a good gift for a friend?
Yes. Its message about chosen family makes it a thoughtful gift for a close friend who means as much to you as family does.
How should I look after it?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water and damp so the print and the wood stay looking their best.