Holly Baubles

Little spheres that dress up winter

Some ornaments are far more than decoration: they’re that lovely little gesture that makes a home feel like the holidays. The Holly Baubles are Christmas ornaments handmade in soy wax, finished with a delicate sprig of holly and a wavy border like fresh-fallen snow. Small, round and full of charm, they bring that quiet warmth of Christmases past to your tree and the corners of your home.

Holly, the quintessential Christmas symbol, gives them that classic, elegant air; and the matte pastel tones — from powdery pink to lavender, mauve or cream — make them easy to mix and very of-the-moment. They’re the perfect balance between tradition and a considered, contemporary look.

How each bauble comes to life

It all begins with soy wax, plant-based and natural, melted and poured into the mold that shapes the sphere, the holly and the snowy border. The wick is set in place and the wax rests as it slowly sets: it’s that quiet time that keeps the holly relief crisp and the surface matte and smooth.

Each one is then unmolded by hand, taking care not to damage the bow or the leaves, and every bauble is finished one by one. They’re made to order and in small batches, so the finish gets real attention and the tones can be fine-tuned. It’s small, painstaking work — the kind you appreciate once the piece is in your hand.

To hang, gather or give

The Holly Baubles have a bow at the top, so you can hang them on the tree with ease. But they also look beautiful gathered in a pretty bowl, dotted around the home or arranged as a small centerpiece on the table. Their versatility is part of their charm.

How to style them

Mix several pastel tones that play off one another for a soft, harmonious effect, or have fun with the contrast between ivory and a bolder shade. They look especially good in odd-numbered groups and paired with branches or warm lights. If you light them, place them on a stable surface; and if you keep them as decoration, they look just as lovely unlit.

Another idea: spread them around different spots in the home — one on the entryway table, a couple on the living-room shelf, a few hung on the tree — so that thread of pastel color ties every corner together and gives a sense of unity. It’s a simple trick that makes the decor feel thoughtful and considered.

Who they’re for

They’re perfect for anyone who cares about their Christmas decorations and is after something elegant and a little different. Ideal as a Christmas touch, as a lovely gift without the fuss, for a Secret Santa or to go alongside another present. And because they pair so well together, they’re a sure bet to give as a set, like a little collection.

• Christmas baubles with holly, in soy wax and hand-carved
• Several matte pastel tones (pink, lavender, mauve, cream)
• With a bow to hang on the tree, or to gather and decorate
• Clean, long-lasting burn; they look lovely unlit too
• Handmade in Mallorca, to order; special pricing from several units