Paint it yourself, then burn incense through the chimney. This is a ceramic gingerbread house that arrives blank, with six acrylic paints and a brush, and ends up as a working incense holder on a shelf.
The thing that lifts it above a standard paint-your-own kit is that the finished object has a job. Most craft kits produce something that gets admired for a week and then quietly disappears; this one becomes a functional piece of home fragrance that stays out all year. The ceramic is properly weighty at 847g and 14.5cm square, not a thin hollow blank.
Six acrylic colours and a brush are in the box, so nothing else is needed. Acrylic on unglazed ceramic is forgiving — it goes on thick, covers in one coat and dries fast — which makes it a good first painting project for someone who doesn't consider themselves artistic.
It's a strong gift for a crafty adult, and a good afternoon's activity over the holidays. Come and see the size of it at our Canterbury shop, 22 Burgate — it's bigger and heavier than it photographs. Order online for UK delivery.
What's in the kit
- 1 ceramic incense holder, gingerbread house shaped
- 6 acrylic paints
- 1 paintbrush
Key features
- Paint-your-own Christmas craft kit from Legami Milano
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Finished size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 13cm
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Weight: 847g — solid ceramic
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Materials: ceramic holder, acrylic paints, plastic brush
- Everything needed is included
- Works as a real incense holder once painted
- Made in China for Legami S.p.A. SB
FAQ
Is everything included?
Yes — the ceramic house, six acrylic paints and a brush. You'll want a jar of water and some newspaper, and that's it.
Is incense included?
No. The kit is the holder and the paints. Incense sticks are sold separately.
How hard is it to paint?
Not hard. Acrylic on unglazed ceramic covers well in a single coat and dries quickly, so mistakes are easy to paint over.
Does the paint need sealing or firing?
No kiln, no varnish required. Acrylic air-dries onto the ceramic.
How big is it?
14.5cm square and 13cm deep, weighing nearly 850g. It has real presence on a shelf.
Who is it a good gift for?
Anyone who likes making things, and anyone looking for something to do between Christmas and New Year that isn't television.
