Christmas Cracker Iron-On Embroidered Patch

A Christmas cracker with eyes. Obviously.

This Petra Boase iron-on patch takes the most disposable bit of Christmas dinner and makes it considerably more interesting. Bright pink and red stripes, flashes of metallic gold, purple twists at either end and a pair of slightly startled eyes in the middle. It looks as though it already knows exactly how bad the joke inside is going to be.

The embroidery gives it loads of texture and the colours are properly bright, so it works brilliantly against denim, darker sweatshirts, tote bags or a Christmas stocking. It’s festive without relying on the usual red-and-green Christmas formula, which also makes it a good option for anyone who likes December to be a little less traditional.

A fun little stocking filler, Secret Santa present or pre-Christmas treat for someone who takes decorating themselves almost as seriously as decorating the tree.

Sadly, no paper hat included.