Description
This paper onion Christmas tree decoration brings a rich red note and a soft glint of gold to the branches. It is made from layers of deep red paper opened out into a honeycomb, so each curved leaf catches the light from a slightly different angle, and every edge is traced with a fine line of gold. The shape is a classic onion bauble, with a wide, rounded middle that tapers to a small point at the base and a short neck at the top, where a red cord loop is ready for hanging. It measures 9cm tall and 10cm across.
At 9cm tall it sits comfortably on a tree of any size, from a tabletop fir to a tall spruce in the hall, and the deep red reads clearly against green needles. We like it hung at different heights among glass and wooden baubles, or kept to a simple red and gold scheme for a traditional look. It works away from the tree too: hang it from a mantelpiece garland, a wreath on an inside door, a curtain pole or a bare branch in a vase for an easy Christmas display on a sideboard, dresser or windowsill.
The honeycomb is formed from many thin layers of paper, which gives the bauble its depth and its rippled, sculptural sides. Being paper, it is best kept in a dry room indoors and away from damp, steam and naked flames, including candles and open fires. To keep it crisp, dust it gently with a soft dry cloth or a soft brush rather than wiping it, and handle it by the cord where you can. After Christmas, store it in a box with a little room around it so the curved leaves keep their shape for next December. It also makes a cheerful finishing touch on a wrapped present, tied to the ribbon in place of a gift tag.
Specification
| Colour |
red |
| Height |
9cm |
| Width |
10cm |
| Depth |
10cm |
| Weight |
0.015kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is this paper onion bauble?
It measures 9cm tall and 10cm across, a size that sits well on most Christmas trees and also suits wreaths and garlands.
What is the bauble made from?
It is made from deep red paper formed into a honeycomb, with a fine gold line running along the edge of every paper leaf.
How does it hang on the tree?
It has a red cord loop at the top, so it hangs straight from a branch, a hook or a garland without needing a separate hanger.
What colour is it exactly?
It is a deep, rich red with fine gold edging on each honeycomb leaf, and the hanging cord is red to match the paper.
Where is the best place to hang a paper decoration?
Being paper, it is best hung indoors in a dry room, away from damp, steam, candles and open fires, on the tree, a garland or a wreath.
How should I look after it?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth or a soft brush, keep it away from water, and store it in a box with room around it after Christmas.