A slender shape with long light bands
The icicle-shaped sun catcher crystal is a slim, elongated piece that breaks up the incoming sunlight into vertical, longer bands. The 1.6 x 7.6 centimetre size is noticeable, but does not take up much room on the window frame. The many small cut faces together create the prism effect: the path of the light bends, and small coloured bands appear on the wall, on the curtain or on the floor. The slow rotation of the crystal keeps drawing new pictures into the room.
What this shape adds compared to other sun catcher versions
The leaf and the drop shape give a more rounded, softer light effect. The icicle shape, by contrast, projects elongated, more dynamic bands, because more cut faces meet along its vertical axis. If you like long, running bands on the wall, this shape is a good choice. In a living room with several windows, it is worth alternating different shapes.
How best to place it
Use a transparent nylon string or a thin cord to hang it in a south- or west-facing window. It comes into its own particularly in the afternoon hours, when the sun is lower. The suspension should be firm enough so that the crystal does not knock against the window pane. If the base colour of the room is light, the coloured bands appearing on the wall show up more vividly. Even a gentle draught helps, as it keeps the crystal turning.
Cleaning and storage
The elongated shape has many small cut surfaces, so weekly dusting with a cotton cloth is worthwhile. If it has become greasier, you can wipe it with a slightly damp cloth and then dry it with another. Do not use chemicals. Be particularly careful around the suspension eye, as this is the most sensitive part of the piece. If you do not plan to use it for a longer period, take it down from the window and store it in soft fabric in a dry place.
Package contents and origin
The package contains one icicle-shaped sun catcher crystal, protected in cardboard. The total weight is 17 grams and the country of origin is China. The base material is cut glass crystal; there is no natural mineral origin in it. Many small Chinese workshops have been making cut hanging pieces for years, so the shape is well proven and suitable for long-term use.