Description
This stoneware book vase is shaped like a little hardback, with a soft pink cover, a cream rim and a printed message that turns it into a gift between friends. The front reads "TRUE FRIENDS Can read you like a book" on a wavy cream panel finished with a tiny pink bow, and around it runs a cheerful multi-coloured border of tulips, strawberries, bluebirds, a bumblebee, a hedgehog, bows, hearts and stars. Turn it to the side and the spine wears a pink and white gingham check, with "you make this world a special place" printed along its length. It stands 14.2cm tall, 10.1cm wide and 4.3cm deep.
At 14.2cm tall it suits a bookshelf, where it sits among real books as if it belonged there, as well as a desk, a dressing table or a bedside table. At 4.3cm deep it takes a small posy or a few slender stems rather than a full bunch, so it never crowds a narrow shelf or windowsill. We think it makes a thoughtful thank you gift for the friend who always knows what you are thinking, and a sweet Mother's Day present for a mum who is also your closest friend.
The vase is made from stoneware, a type of ceramic, and its artwork is a decal finish, which gives the fine border lines, the tiny motifs and the lettering their crisp detail. The cream rim frames a neat rectangular opening, and the vase stands upright on its flat base as a book would on a shelf. To look after it, dust it with a soft dry cloth and wipe it over with a damp cloth when needed, treating the printed sides gently. For a finishing touch, tuck a few stems of sweet peas or a sprig of gypsophila inside and add a card with your own message: the vase already says the rest.
Specification
| Material |
Stoneware |
| Colour |
Pink & multi- coloured |
| Finish |
Decal |
| Height |
14.2cm |
| Width |
10.1cm |
| Depth |
4.3cm |
| Weight |
0.406kg |
| Occasion |
Mother's Day, Thank You |
Frequently Asked
How big is the book vase?
It stands 14.2cm tall, 10.1cm wide and 4.3cm deep. That is about the size of a small hardback book, so it fits neatly on a shelf or desk.
What is the vase made of?
The vase is made from stoneware, a type of ceramic. The colourful floral artwork and lettering are applied as a decal finish.
What words are printed on it?
The front reads "TRUE FRIENDS Can read you like a book". The pink and white gingham spine carries the words "you make this world a special place".
How many flowers will it hold?
The body is only 4.3cm deep, so it suits a small posy or a few slender stems, such as sweet peas, rather than a large bunch.
Is it a good gift for a friend?
Yes. Its printed message makes it a lovely thank you gift for a close friend, and it also works well as a Mother's Day present for a mum who is a best friend too.
How should I clean it?
Dust it with a soft dry cloth and wipe it gently with a damp cloth when needed. Take care over the printed sides to keep the artwork looking its best.