Description
This is a single artificial pine stem in green, 56cm tall and 15cm across, made from polyethylene and iron. A slim central stem carries side branches dense with fine needles, and the tips of the needles are a fresher green than the rest, the way new growth looks on a real pine. Near the foot, a tie of fine wiry strands wraps the stem and trails loose ends, giving it the look of a branch just cut and bundled. At 0.11KG it weighs next to nothing, so it is easy to stand in a slim vase, lay along a shelf or tuck into a larger arrangement.
At 56cm it is a good height for a tall vase on a hall table, a sideboard or the end of a mantelpiece, where a single stem reads as a simple wintry branch. Several together make a fuller display, and it mixes well with other branches, dried grasses or dried flowers for a bouquet with more depth. Laid flat, it works down the middle of a dining table or tucked behind picture frames and mirrors, and its light weight means it can be wired into a wreath or garland to add length. It suits anyone who likes a pared-back, natural Christmas more than tinsel and baubles.
Before use, the maker's care note asks for the stem to be trimmed and the branches folded into place, so set aside a few minutes to open each branch out and angle it until the shape looks natural, and trim the stem to suit the height of your vase. Handle it gently while you do, as the needles can break if they are bent sharply or knocked. For a simple look, stand one stem in a clear glass vase and let the side branch fall to one side; for something fuller, group three in a stoneware pot in the hallway.
Specification
| Height |
56cm |
| Diameter |
15cm |
| Material |
Polyethylene, Iron |
| Colour |
Green |
| Care |
Handle with care to avoid breakage of the leaves/flowerheads. Before use, the stems/bouquets must be trimmed & folded into place |
| Weight |
0.11KG |
Frequently Asked
What is the pine stem made of?
It is made from polyethylene and iron, so it is an artificial stem rather than a branch cut from a real tree, and it weighs just 0.11KG.
How tall is the pine stem?
It is 56cm tall and 15cm across, which suits a tall vase on a sideboard, hall table or mantelpiece, and you can trim the stem shorter.
Does it need any preparation before I use it?
Yes. The maker says the stem should be trimmed and the branches folded into place before use, so you can shape it to suit your vase or arrangement.
Can I mix it with other stems in an arrangement?
Yes. It looks good on its own, but it also combines well with other branches, dried grasses or dried flowers to make a fuller Christmas bouquet.
How should I handle it?
Handle it gently, as the maker notes the needles can break if treated roughly. Fold the branches slowly when shaping them rather than bending them sharply.
How many stems do I receive?
You receive one pine stem, so for a fuller display in a wide vase you may want to order several and arrange them together.