Elton John Holiday Ornaments: Pennant and Piano Display Ideas
By Elton John Official Store - Elton John Official Store | Published: 2026-11-02
Category: How-to Guides
Turn an Elton John pennant and piano ornament into a cohesive holiday display. Follow these steps to hang, place, and protect both pieces without damaging them.
Quick answer
Treat the pennant as the backdrop and the piano ornament as the focal point: hang the pennant flat on a wall or above a shelf, then place the ornament where it can be seen but not knocked. Check both pieces for secure mounting before you add lights or greenery.
Why scale and material should guide your layout
The pennant is 9 by 27 inches, so it reads as a horizontal banner rather than a small ornament. The piano ornament is a collectible piece with a sandblasted name on the lid and comes in Elton John packaging, which makes it a natural centerpiece. Grouping them too tightly can make the ornament disappear; leave breathing room so each item registers.
Wool felt and a decorative ornament have different care needs. Keep the pennant away from damp windows and direct heat, and handle the piano ornament by its base rather than the lid to avoid wearing the finish.
Step-by-step holiday display plan
- Choose a dry, low-traffic wall or shelf: Pick a spot away from radiators, humidifiers, and doorways. For the pennant, measure 27 inches of horizontal space plus a few inches on each side; for the piano ornament, clear a shelf area at least a few inches wider than the piece. Common mistake: hanging the pennant above a heat source, which can warp wool felt over time. Check the wall or shelf for moisture and heat before attaching anything.
- Mount the pennant flat and level: Use the pennant's sleeve or corner points to hang it evenly; if there is no sleeve, use small removable clips or pins at the top corners rather than tape across the felt. Check level with a spirit level or a phone app. Common mistake: stretching the felt by pulling it tight, which distorts the screen-printed design. Support the pennant at its corners and let the felt hang naturally.
- Place the piano ornament at eye level or lower: Set the ornament on a stable shelf or hang it from a secure hook, keeping the sandblasted lid visible. Avoid hanging it where it can swing into the wall or other decorations. Common mistake: hanging it too high, where the lid detail cannot be seen and the piece is more likely to fall. Test the ornament's stability with a gentle nudge before adding anything else.
- Add lights and greenery without touching the pieces: Route string lights and garland behind or beside the pennant and ornament, leaving a small gap so neither item is pressed. Use LED lights that stay cool. Common mistake: wrapping lights directly around the pennant, which can crush the felt and leave marks. Keep all added decor at least an inch away from both pieces.
- Do a weekly dust and stability check: Dust the pennant with a soft brush or vacuum on low suction, and wipe the ornament with a dry microfiber cloth. Recheck hooks and shelf placement each week. Common mistake: using water or cleaning sprays on the wool felt or the ornament's finish. Store the ornament in its Elton John packaging during the off-season.
Product facts
- Elton John x Oxford Pennant - I Love Elton John Pennant: Cut-and-sewn wool felt, screen-printed, 9 by 27 inches, red with cream details. The wide felt format lies flat and holds its shape, so it works best as a wall or shelf backdrop rather than a hanging ornament.
Elton John x Oxford Pennant - I Love Elton John Pennant - Waterford x Elton Elton's Piano Ornament: Collectible piano ornament with a sandblasted name on the lid, presented in Elton John packaging. The packaging doubles as safe off-season storage, and the lid detail means you should display it at eye level or below.
Waterford x Elton Elton's Piano Ornament
