The Gilded Berry Stem

What this berry stem is

The Gilded Berry Stem is a single-piece decorative spray made for holiday styling. Each stem holds foam berries coated in glitter, with small branch tips that fill out the shape. The berries sit on plastic stems built around a bendable wire core, so you can shape the spray by hand. Every berry carries the glitter finish, which gives the stem a soft sparkle under tree lights and candlelight.

This is an artificial stem, so it holds its look season after season with no water and no dropping petals.

Size and pack options

Every stem measures 13 in (33 cm) tall. The height is fixed across all colors. You choose the color and the pack size.

A quick note on planning: an 8 stem pack suits a small centerpiece, a mantel arrangement or a few tree picks. The 15 stem pack gives you more room to build a fuller table runner, a large wreath or a garland accent.

Colors and how they read in a room

Champagne gold, gold and rose gold bring a warm metallic glow that works with cream, ivory and wood tones. Silver and white keep things bright and clean, and they pair well with frosted or glass ornaments. Red is the classic Christmas accent and stands out against evergreen branches. Purple, light blue and dark blue add a cool jewel tone that suits evening tables. Black and pink are the bold picks, best used as a small accent rather than the main color.

Because the glitter catches light, these stems look different in daylight and in lamplight. If you are matching an existing ornament set, order the color you already use.

How to use them

These stems are made for Christmas centerpieces and picks, and they work in a few other spots too.

• Christmas centerpiece: bend three to five stems into a low cluster, then tuck them into a bowl, a tray or a ring of greenery on the table.
• Christmas tree picks: push a single stem into the branches to fill a bare spot or to add color near the top.
• Wreaths and garlands: wire or tuck stems into a wreath form or along a garland for extra texture.
• Vases and arrangements: group a full pack in a vase for a quick arrangement on a console or entry table.

The wire core is the key. Bend the stem near the base to set the angle, then shape the upper section so the berries face the room. For a centerpiece, keep the sprays low so guests can see across the table. For a tree, angle the stem slightly downward so it follows the branch line.

Care and storage

Glitter sheds a little by nature, so handle each stem gently and avoid rubbing the berries. Dust with a soft dry cloth or a light brush. Do not rinse them under water, since moisture can dull the glitter and loosen the coating. Keep them away from open flames and direct heat.

To store, straighten the stems, lay them flat in a box or bag, and keep them in a dry place. With light handling, the shape and finish hold up for many seasons.