Round Burst Flower Glass Paperweight - Clear & White

This round glass paperweight holds a white burst of flower petals suspended in clear glass, so it looks like a bloom caught in a bubble of ice. The petals curl outward and down from a clear centre, layered thickly enough that the white reads crisply against the glass from every side. It stands about 8cm high, 8cm across and 7cm deep, a size that fits neatly in the hand and keeps loose papers flat on a desk. Clear and white are its only colours, which keeps it calm and easy to place.

On a desk it keeps letters, notes and receipts from drifting, and between tasks it gives the eye somewhere quiet to rest. It works just as well away from the desk: on a bookshelf, a bedside table, a mantelpiece or a dressing table, where the clear glass catches the light and the white petals seem to glow from within. Because its colours are simply clear and white, it sits happily with almost any scheme, from a pale study to a richly coloured sitting room. It also makes a thoughtful small gift, the kind of piece that is easy to choose and stays out on show rather than being tucked away in a drawer.

The white burst is set within the glass rather than painted on, so the surface stays smooth and the flower keeps its crisp shape however the piece is turned. Care is simple: dust it with a soft dry cloth, or wipe it with a damp cloth and polish it dry to bring back the shine, and keep it clear of hard knocks, as with any glass. For styling, try it on a stack of favourite books or beside a lamp on a desk, where the light picks out the layers of white petals. Wrapped in tissue, it makes a gift that feels considered without any fuss.

How big is the glass paperweight?

It stands about 8cm high and measures about 8cm across and 7cm deep, so it fits neatly in the hand and on a crowded desk.

What is the paperweight made of?

It is made of clear glass, with a white flower burst set inside the glass, so the outer surface stays smooth to the touch.

What colour is the paperweight?

The glass is clear and the flower burst inside it is white, a pairing that sits easily with almost any colour scheme in a room.

How do I clean a glass paperweight?

Dust it with a soft dry cloth, or wipe it with a damp cloth and polish it dry, and treat it gently as you would any glass piece.

Is it only for use on a desk?

Not at all. It keeps papers flat on a desk, but it looks just as good on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, bedside table or dressing table.

Does the paperweight make a good gift?

Yes, it is a thoughtful small gift for anyone who likes glass, and its clear and white colouring makes it an easy choice for most homes.