Description
This Christmas tree decoration takes the form of a little red steam train, made in resin and dressed for the season with a garland of green holly running the length of its boiler. A small holly wreath tied with a gold bow sits on the side of the cab, more holly trims the cab roof and lower panel, and touches of gold pick out the chimney rim, the bands around the boiler and the long pipe along its side. Tan spoked wheels and a ridged front grille finish the engine. It measures 12.5cm high overall, 7cm wide and 1.5cm deep, a slim piece that sits close to the branch.
It comes into its own on the Christmas tree, where the red and green stand out against the needles and sit happily alongside traditional baubles. Hang it at eye level so the holly, the little wreath and the spoked wheels can be seen up close, or group it with other old-fashioned pieces for a nostalgic, storybook feel. Away from the tree it suits a wreath, a garland across the mantelpiece, a cupboard knob or a few twigs in a vase. It also makes a cheerful Christmas gift, small enough to slip into a stocking and the kind of decoration that comes out of the box every December.
The train is moulded in resin, with the holly, wreath and wheel spokes raised in relief and picked out in colour, and it hangs from a loop of sheer white ribbon tied in a bow, ready to go straight onto a branch. To keep it looking its best, dust it with a soft dry cloth, and wrap it in tissue when the decorations are packed away so the raised detail stays crisp for next year. For the prettiest effect, give it a branch of its own near the front of the tree, where the red can catch the glow of the lights.
Specification
| Material |
Resin |
| Colour |
red & Green |
| Height |
12.5cm |
| Width |
7cm |
| Depth |
1.5cm |
| Weight |
0.047kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is the train decoration?
It measures 12.5cm high overall, 7cm wide and 1.5cm deep. It is a slim, compact piece that sits neatly against a branch.
What is the train decoration made of?
It is made of resin. The holly garland, the wreath and the wheel spokes are moulded in raised relief and picked out in colour.
How does it hang on the tree?
It hangs from a loop of sheer white ribbon tied in a bow. You can slip it straight over a branch without needing a separate hook.
What colours is the train?
The engine is mainly red with a green holly garland. It has gold trim on the chimney, boiler bands and side pipe, and tan spoked wheels.
How should I look after it?
Dust it with a soft dry cloth. When Christmas is over, wrap it in tissue before packing it away so the raised holly and gold detail stay crisp.
Would it make a good Christmas gift?
Yes. It is a cheerful, traditional Christmas gift, and it is small enough to tuck into a stocking or add to a box of tree decorations.