LED Poinsettia Crackle Light-Up Decoration 18cm - Red & Green

This poinsettia light-up decoration brings a little Christmas colour to a shelf or table, with an LED that lights it from within. The oval body is clear crackle glass, with a fine crackled web running through it that catches the light. It is painted with a deep red poinsettia edged in gold, green holly leaves, sprigs of pine and clusters of red berries. A painted pine cone sits to one side, and raised white dots of painted snow settle along the petals and leaves. It stands 18cm high, 11cm wide and 11cm deep, a neat size for a mantelpiece or windowsill.

Christmas is its season. Set it on a sideboard in the hall, among the place settings on the dining table, or on a bedroom chest of drawers where a lamp would be too much. Once lit, the red and green come through the crackled glass with a warm glow. Unlit, the painting still reads clearly against the clear glass. It runs on batteries, so you do not need a plug socket nearby. It is for dry rooms indoors. It makes a cheerful Christmas gift, or a small present to bring when visiting over the festive season.

It takes three AAA batteries, which are not included, so have a set ready before you unpack it. The decoration is painted on the outside of the glass, so handle it gently and lift it from the base rather than by the rim. Dust it with a soft dry cloth, or wipe the glass with a barely damp cloth and dry it straight away, keeping water clear of the light and the batteries. Take the batteries out and wrap it in tissue when you pack it away after Christmas. For a fuller display, group it with other glass pieces on a tray.

How big is the poinsettia light-up decoration?

It stands 18cm high and measures 11cm wide and 11cm deep, so it fits easily on a mantelpiece, windowsill or side table.

What batteries does it need?

It takes three AAA batteries. They are not included, so it is worth having a set ready before you set it out for Christmas.

What is it made of?

It is clear crackle glass, painted with a red poinsettia edged in gold, green holly leaves, pine sprigs, red berries, a pine cone and raised white snow dots.

Can I use it outside or in a bathroom?

No. It is for dry rooms indoors, such as a living room, hall, dining room or bedroom, and should be kept away from damp and water.

How should I clean it?

Dust it with a soft dry cloth, or wipe the glass gently with a barely damp cloth and dry it at once, keeping water away from the light and batteries.

Does it make a good Christmas gift?

Yes, it makes a cheerful Christmas gift. The painted poinsettia, holly and pine give it a festive look, and running on batteries means it can go almost anywhere indoors.