Peppermint Candy King Christmas Wooden Nutcracker 12 in by Wizardi F07M14-31-N01702D

Sweeten your Christmas with the Peppermint Candy King, a wooden nutcracker by Wizardi — a jolly king in a red crown set with sparkling gems over a white fur-trimmed cap, a red and green jacket striped in white like ribbon candy, and a fluffy white beard. He carries a staff topped with red and green peppermint lollipops, and his green-and-white striped legs end in boots painted with peppermint swirls on a red-and-white base.

A little collector's folklore: in The Nutcracker, the second act takes Clara to the Land of Sweets, where candy canes dance and peppermints rule, and collectors say this king governs the candy dish. Keep a bowl of peppermints beside him and he will guard it faithfully until Christmas.

Why this nutcracker: if your Christmas has a candy cane or gingerbread theme, he fits right in with his ribbon-candy stripes and lollipop staff. The red, green and white palette works with classic decorations too, and at about 12 inches he suits a windowsill, kitchen shelf or dessert table.

In the box: one Peppermint Candy King nutcracker in painted wood with a white faux-fur beard and gem accents on the crown, packed in a red gift box with a window. A decorative nutcracker, not intended for cracking nuts. Ready to display, no assembly needed.

Group him with the other candy cane nutcrackers in the series (F07M14-31-N01702A, B and C) for a peppermint line-up, or stand him among candy canes and gingerbread on the kitchen counter or dessert table. Dust with a soft, dry brush and keep away from moisture and heat. A decoration, not a toy.

Size: 30 cm tall (11.8 in). Candy cane Christmas kitchen, shelf and mantel decor, and a sweet gift for nutcracker collectors and anyone with a sweet tooth.