Description
This little winding music box plays the classic nursery rhyme Old Macdonald Had a Farm as you turn its side handle, and our In My Garden scene runs all the way around its round drum. Two grey mice with pink ears sit on a red and white checked picnic blanket, sharing a blue bowl of round red fruit, while a string of flower and leaf bunting hangs above them. Tall green stems, white daisies and a pink daisy-like bloom frame the picnic, and a small ladybird waits in the grass. Soft sky blue fills the top half and bright grass green the bottom, finished with a gathered pale blue rim. It stands 6cm tall, 6.4cm wide and 9.9cm long.
At 6cm tall it sits happily on a narrow shelf, a bedside table or a windowsill, and it is small enough to hold in one hand while you turn the handle. It brings a gentle, playful note to a bedroom or playroom, and the garden colours sit easily with soft greens and blues. As a toy it is all about simple play: wind the handle slowly for a lazy tune or a little faster for a brighter one. It makes a sweet small gift for anyone who loves mice, picnics or a garden in full bloom.
It is made from card, paper, metal, plastic and wood, and the clear top lets you watch the little mechanism turn as the tune plays. The crank handle sits on the side with a round pale blue knob that is easy to grip. To keep the printed card looking fresh, dust it with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water and damp. Stand it beside a favourite storybook, or tuck it into a gift bag with a handwritten note, and the first turn of the handle does the rest.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Card, metal, paper, plastic & wood |
| Length |
9.9cm |
| Width |
6.4cm |
| Height |
6cm |
| Weight |
0.068KG |
| Warnings |
Not for children under 3 years of age. |
Frequently Asked
What tune does this music box play?
It plays the classic nursery rhyme Old Macdonald Had a Farm, and the tune plays as you turn the handle on the side.
How big is the winding music box?
It stands 6cm tall, 6.4cm wide and 9.9cm long, so it is small enough to hold in one hand and fits a narrow shelf.
What is the music box made from?
It is made from card, paper, metal, plastic and wood, with a clear top so you can watch the mechanism turn.
What design is printed on it?
Our In My Garden scene shows two grey mice having a picnic on a red and white checked blanket, with flower bunting, tall blooms and a ladybird in the grass.
How do I look after it?
As good general practice for printed card, dust it with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water and damp to keep the colours fresh.
Does it make a good gift?
We think so. It is a small, cheerful piece that tucks easily into a gift bag, and anyone who loves mice or gardens will enjoy turning the handle.