WeRChristmas red and gold pre-lit Christmas garland (270cm)

Description

Rich red flowers, shining baubles and little flashes of gold give this WeRChristmas garland a wonderfully traditional Christmas feel. The decoration is already worked through the greenery, so it makes a complete focal point above a fireplace or along a staircase without needing a separate collection of ornaments. Warm white lights settle into the foliage and bring the red and gold details to life as the room grows darker.

Measuring 270cm, or about nine feet, this version has 40 LED lights and runs from the mains. A UK plug and 3m lead are included. That makes it a useful choice for a display you expect to illuminate regularly through December, particularly if you would prefer not to keep changing batteries. Plan the route to a convenient socket before fixing the garland in place.

Red flowers and a warm golden glow

Poinsettia-style flowers are the eye-catching part of the design, with holly foliage, red baubles and gold decorative leaves filling the spaces between them. The mix suits a classic green Christmas tree dressed in red and gold, but it can also provide the main colour in an otherwise neutral room. There is enough decoration here to keep the surrounding mantel accessories quite simple.

Try placing a few plain ornaments behind the garland rather than adding more decorations throughout it. This gives the flowers room to be seen and avoids crowding a shallow shelf. If you hang it over the front edge, turn the flower faces slightly towards the room before making the final adjustments. On stairs, keep the display clear of the part of the handrail people need to hold.

Unpack, shape and position

The branches and flower heads need opening out after their journey. Customers who enjoy the finished effect often mention the difference a little shaping makes, particularly around the red flowers. Separate the foliage gently, spread the petals and allow the larger decorative pieces to sit at different angles rather than lining them up in one flat row.

At approximately 1.4kg, this is a substantial decoration. Choose appropriate garland supports for your mantel or banister and do not rely on the electrical cable to carry any weight. Hooks are not included with this selected version. Keep the plug accessible and run the lead where it will not be pinched by furniture or create a trip hazard.

The warm glow is part of its appeal, rather than bright room lighting. Customers particularly appreciate how the lights soften the rich colours in the evening. After the season, unplug it, let the branches settle into a loose curve and pack the flowers where they will not be crushed, ready for another traditional Christmas display.