Description
This star mantel plaque in white MDF carries a gentle twist on the old lullaby: 'Twinkle twinkle little star do you know how loved you are?' The words are set in soft grey lettering, part upright and part flowing script, and a scattering of small grey and silver foil stars twinkles around them. Down by the lower right point sits a raised silver heart with a fine glittery finish, which gives the piece a little depth you can feel as well as see. It measures 12.7cm tall, 13.7cm across and 2cm deep, a small, neat size that suits a shelf without crowding it.
Its 2cm depth gives it a steady footing, so it stands on its own with no wall, nail or hook needed: set it on a mantelpiece, a nursery shelf, a windowsill or a chest of drawers in a baby's room. The crisp white and soft grey sit happily in a calm, neutral scheme and look just as sweet beside pastel colours. We think it makes a thoughtful gift to mark a baby's birth, and a gentle keepsake for a little one's room through their first three years and well beyond. It is a decorative piece for display, never a toy to play with, so it belongs up on a shelf rather than in the cot.
The plaque is cut from MDF with clean, square edges and finished in white, with the words and stars on the face and the heart fixed on as a separate raised piece. Care is simple: dust it now and then with a soft dry cloth, and keep it away from damp, as MDF is happiest in a dry room. For gifting, tuck it into a hamper with a soft blanket for a lovely little bundle, or stand it beside a favourite photograph of the baby on the mantelpiece, where it says just how loved they are every day.
Specification
| Material |
MDF |
| Colour |
White |
| Finish |
Natural |
| Height |
12.7cm |
| Width |
13.7cm |
| Depth |
2cm |
| Weight |
0.106kg |
| Power |
n/a |
| Battery |
N/A (not included) |
| Occasion |
Birth |
Frequently Asked
How big is the star mantel plaque?
It measures 12.7cm tall, 13.7cm across and 2cm deep, a neat size for a mantelpiece, shelf or windowsill.
Does the plaque stand up on its own?
Yes, it is a freestanding mantel plaque that rests on its lower points, so it simply sits on a shelf, windowsill or mantelpiece without any fixings.
What is the plaque made of?
The plaque is made of MDF and finished in white, with soft grey and silver words and stars and a raised silver heart.
What do the words on the plaque say?
It reads 'Twinkle twinkle little star do you know how loved you are?' in soft grey lettering, part upright and part flowing script.
Is it a good gift to mark a baby's birth?
We think it makes a thoughtful gift for a baby's birth and a gentle keepsake for their room, as a decorative piece for display rather than a toy.
How do I look after the plaque?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it in a dry room away from damp, as suits any piece made of MDF.