I realize this looks like a messy bundle of sticks...okay, okay it is. I painted them red and put them in that urn for Christmas at my own house. It looked stunning (if I must say so myself....) on my dining room table with black and white ornaments.....but I couldn't quite throw it out yet. So, with the little crystals it is now a Valentines display. I am brilliant....right? Please do not respond.