Bring a touch of vintage elegance to your holiday decor with this Small Old World French Santa. This unpainted ceramic bisque piece is professionally fired to shelf-cone 04 and arrives smooth, clean, and ready to paint. Whether you prefer traditional acrylics or classic glazes, this detailed Kimple 1801 mold captures the timeless, ornate texture of a classic European Father Christmas.
Product Details
This ceramic bisque Santa is a favorite for DIY crafters and professional ceramicists alike. Its compact size makes it an ideal project for holiday workshops or a charming addition to a mantle display.
Mold Manufacturer: Kimple (Mold #1801)
Material: Professional-grade ceramic bisque
Finish: Fired to cone 04 (White/Cream unpainted surface)
Height: Approximately 7 inches
Base Width: Approximately 3.5 inches
Suitability: Compatible with acrylic stains, translucent glazes, or chalk paints. Please note that when using clear glaze, your piece will fire to a cream or ivory tone due to the talc content in our slip formulation. Currently, no adjustments appear necessary for pigmented glazes.
Note: The photo you see is a representation of the piece you will receive. Unless noted accessories are NOT included.
FREE SHIPPING for purchases over $35.00 within the Continental United States. Please contact us regarding all other shipping costs.
Why Choose Grapevine Ceramics for Your Holiday Projects? When you buy your ready-to-paint holiday ceramics from us, you receive a piece that has been meticulously poured and cleaned in the USA to minimize your sanding time.
High-Detail Bisque: This French Santa (Kimple #1801) is sturdy, highly detailed, and ready for your artistic touch right out of the box.
USA Sourced & Sustainable: We source production components in the USA to support fellow makers and reduce our environmental footprint.
What’s Included: The photo is a representation of the unpainted bisque piece you will receive. Please note that paint, brushes, and accessories are not included unless otherwise noted.
Shipping & Availability
Current Status: Made to order
Packaging: Securely wrapped in bubble wrap and packaged in packing peanuts to ensure safe arrival.
Processing Time: Ships within 1–3 weeks from Hays, Kansas.
Q: Is this Santa fired and ready for paint?
A: Yes, this is ceramic bisque that has been fired once (Cone 04) and is ready for acrylic paints or ceramic glazes.
Q: Do I need a kiln to finish this project?
A: No, you can use "cold finish" techniques like acrylic paints and a spray sealer if you do not have access to a kiln.
Q: What is the best way to paint the fur trim?
A: We recommend a dry-brush technique with antiquing stains to highlight the "Old World" texture in Santa’s cloak and staff.
Bring a touch of vintage elegance to your holiday decor with this Small Old World French Santa. This unpainted ceramic bisque piece is professionally fired to shelf-cone 04 and arrives smooth, clean, and ready to paint. Whether you prefer traditional acrylics or classic glazes, this detailed Kimple 1801 mold captures the timeless, ornate texture of a classic European Father Christmas.
Product Details
This ceramic bisque Santa is a favorite for DIY crafters and professional ceramicists alike. Its compact size makes it an ideal project for holiday workshops or a charming addition to a mantle display.
Mold Manufacturer: Kimple (Mold #1801)
Material: Professional-grade ceramic bisque
Finish: Fired to cone 04 (White/Cream unpainted surface)
Height: Approximately 7 inches
Base Width: Approximately 3.5 inches
Suitability: Compatible with acrylic stains, translucent glazes, or chalk paints. Please note that when using clear glaze, your piece will fire to a cream or ivory tone due to the talc content in our slip formulation. Currently, no adjustments appear necessary for pigmented glazes.
Note: The photo you see is a representation of the piece you will receive. Unless noted accessories are NOT included.
FREE SHIPPING for purchases over $35.00 within the Continental United States. Please contact us regarding all other shipping costs.
Why Choose Grapevine Ceramics for Your Holiday Projects? When you buy your ready-to-paint holiday ceramics from us, you receive a piece that has been meticulously poured and cleaned in the USA to minimize your sanding time.
High-Detail Bisque: This French Santa (Kimple #1801) is sturdy, highly detailed, and ready for your artistic touch right out of the box.
USA Sourced & Sustainable: We source production components in the USA to support fellow makers and reduce our environmental footprint.
What’s Included: The photo is a representation of the unpainted bisque piece you will receive. Please note that paint, brushes, and accessories are not included unless otherwise noted.
Shipping & Availability
Current Status: Made to order
Packaging: Securely wrapped in bubble wrap and packaged in packing peanuts to ensure safe arrival.
Processing Time: Ships within 1–3 weeks from Hays, Kansas.
Q: Is this Santa fired and ready for paint?
A: Yes, this is ceramic bisque that has been fired once (Cone 04) and is ready for acrylic paints or ceramic glazes.
Q: Do I need a kiln to finish this project?
A: No, you can use "cold finish" techniques like acrylic paints and a spray sealer if you do not have access to a kiln.
Q: What is the best way to paint the fur trim?
A: We recommend a dry-brush technique with antiquing stains to highlight the "Old World" texture in Santa’s cloak and staff.
