Description
This ribbed glass bauble is a Christmas tree decoration that brings a whole rainbow to the branches, with bright stripes of red, pink, turquoise and green running from top to bottom. Each stripe sits on its own raised rib, so the round shape reads as a ring of curved panels rather than a plain sphere, and the high-gloss finish turns every panel into a little mirror for the lights around it. It measures 8cm across, 8cm deep and 16.5cm high overall. A fine gold cord at the top is ready for hanging.
We like it most on a tree that leans into colour. Mixed with other brights it adds to the cheerful clash, and on a tree of plain greens and golds it becomes the bright spot the eye finds first. It works just as well away from the tree, hung from a mantelpiece garland, a doorway or a branch in a vase, where the ribs catch daylight as well as fairy lights. As a Christmas gift it is an easy, happy choice for anyone who loves a colourful tree, and it makes a lovely addition to a growing box of decorations that comes out year after year.
The bauble is made of glass, ribbed all the way round, with a glossy, reflective finish over the colours and a cap at the top that holds the cord. Glass is delicate, so we suggest hanging it from a sturdy branch where it will not knock against its neighbours, and holding it by the cap rather than the cord as you put it up and take it down. To keep the shine bright, dust it gently with a soft dry cloth, and wrap it in tissue before it is packed away in January. For the best effect, hang it near the lights and towards the front of the tree, where the stripes have room to glow.
Specification
| Material |
Glass |
| Colour |
Multicoloured |
| Height |
16.5cm |
| Width |
8cm |
| Depth |
8cm |
| Weight |
0.021kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is this glass bauble?
It measures 8cm across and 8cm deep, with an overall height of 16.5cm. That is a comfortable mid-sized bauble for most Christmas trees.
What is the bauble made of?
It is made of glass and ribbed all the way round. The glossy finish reflects the fairy lights and the room around it.
What colours are the stripes?
The stripes are shiny red, pink, turquoise and green. It sits happily alongside other bright decorations and also lifts a plainer tree.
How does the bauble hang?
It has a fine gold cord at the cap on top, ready to loop over a sturdy branch or tie onto a garland.
How should I look after a glass bauble?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and handle it by the cap. Glass is delicate, so wrap it in tissue before packing it away.
Would it make a good Christmas gift?
Yes, it makes a cheerful Christmas gift for anyone who loves a colourful tree. It also adds a bright note to a box of family decorations.