Peppermint Elf with Lollipops Christmas Wooden Nutcracker 10 in by Wizardi F07AM9-18-N01851C

Bring a little North Pole sweetness home with the Peppermint Elf, a wooden Christmas nutcracker by Wizardi — a smiling elf with pointed ears and rosy cheeks in a red-and-white striped cone hat with a pompom over a green crown brim. He wears a green felt collar, a red jacket painted with white swirls and green shorts with a white belt, holding a staff of red and green swirl lollipops, with white trousers and red boots on a red base.

A little collector's folklore: Santa's elves are said to run the candy workshop at the North Pole, and collectors say this elf taste-tests every lollipop before it goes into a stocking.

Why this nutcracker: if you want a playful, kid-friendly piece, his happy face and candy staff make him an instant favourite. At under 10 inches he fits a shelf, windowsill or playroom display.

In the box: one Peppermint Elf nutcracker in painted wood with a felt collar and a lollipop staff, packed in a red gift box with a window. A decorative nutcracker, not intended for cracking nuts. Ready to display, no assembly needed.

Collect his elf friends (F07AM9-18-N01851A, B and D), the large Holiday Elf (F07M6-7) or the elf ornament set (F07AM9-36-N01851A). Dust with a soft, dry brush and keep away from moisture and heat. A decoration, not a toy.

Size: 25 cm tall (9.8 in). Playful Christmas shelf and playroom decor, and a fun gift for kids and families.