Craig Bachman 5.5" Gold Rust Metal Bell

Bring rustic character, antique metallic tone, and old-fashioned charm to your holiday designs with this 5.5-inch gold rust metal bell by Craig Bachman.

This decorative bell is crafted in a classic flared dome shape — narrow at the top where it meets the hanger and widening toward a rolled rim at the base. The body is finished in a mottled gold and rust-brown patina, with worn horizontal bands and darker oxidized speckling across the surface so the metal reads as genuinely aged rather than newly plated.

At the top sits a thick metal ring with a curled joint where it meets the bell, threaded with a length of natural jute rope that ends in a visible knot. The rope and ring together form the hanging loop and add rustic texture that reinforces the farmhouse character of the piece. A dark base rim completes the silhouette.

At approximately 5.5 inches tall, this is a compact accent with real presence — large enough to read clearly on a wreath or door while small enough to group several together. It can be suspended from a hook, nail, wreath frame, door, mantel bracket, or garland, or displayed freestanding or nestled in a container arrangement.

Its antiqued gold and rust palette suits rustic Christmas designs, farmhouse and primitive styling, woodland and lodge decor, Old World and traditional holiday arrangements, and everyday rustic decor that carries past December. Whether paired with plaid ribbon, buffalo check, natural burlap, pinecones, or leather-look accents, this hanging bell adds warmth, texture, and vintage character.

Product Details

• Brand: Craig Bachman
• Product type: Decorative hanging bell
• Overall height: 5.5 inches
• Color: Antiqued gold with rust
• Additional color tones: Bronze, oxidized brown, and tarnished gold
• Finish: Distressed or patinated metal with worn horizontal banding
• Shape: Flared dome with rolled base rim
• Top detail: Thick metal ring with curled joint, threaded with natural jute rope and a visible knot
• Design style: Rustic, farmhouse, primitive, woodland, Old World, and designer-inspired
• Seasonal use: Christmas, winter, and year-round rustic decorating
• Quantity: One bell
• Care: Dust with a soft cloth; keep away from moisture and prolonged humidity

Perfect for Wreaths, Doorways, and Rustic Displays

Christmas Wreaths

Hang the bell from the wreath frame beside or below the bow so it dangles against the greenery. At 5.5 inches it reads clearly without overpowering the design.

Pair with the red and white plaid reversible ribbon, buffalo check, natural burlap, and pinecones.

Doorways, Doors, and Wall Displays

Suspend a single bell from a hook, nail, or over-the-door hanger, or group two or three at staggered heights for a collected look. The knotted jute rope makes installation simple.

Mantel and Staircase Styling

Hang several bells along a mantel edge, staircase rail, or garland at staggered heights so they form a descending line. The varied drop creates a musical, gathered appearance.

Farmhouse and Primitive Christmas

Combine with natural burlap, the brown leather-look ribbon with jute backing, wood slices, and the Craig Bachman pine cone picks for a coordinated rustic arrangement.

Container and Shelf Arrangements

Display the bell freestanding in a tall basket, wooden crate, or urn, or rest it on a shelf alongside pinecones and frosted greenery.

Gift Baskets and Wrapped Presentations

Add a bell to a holiday gift basket or a large wrapped package as a dimensional keepsake topper that can be reused.

Year-Round Rustic Decor

Because the finish is antiqued metal rather than strictly seasonal, the bell suits everyday primitive and farmhouse styling beyond the holidays.

Why You'll Love This Hanging Bell

Distressed Gold and Rust Patina

The mottled finish with worn banding and oxidized speckling gives the bell an aged, weathered appearance that reads as antique rather than new.

Classic Flared Shape

The dome silhouette narrows to a metal ring at the top and widens to a rolled rim at the base, completing a traditional bell form.

Knotted Jute Rope Hanger

The thick natural rope and metal ring make hanging simple while adding rustic texture that matches burlap and jute ribbons.

Compact 5.5-Inch Scale

Small enough to group several together, large enough to read clearly on a wreath, door, or garland.

Versatile Display Options

Hang it, cluster it, or stand it freestanding, which makes it useful across wreaths, doorways, mantels, shelves, and containers.

Established Craig Bachman Quality

A Craig Bachman accent for decorators who appreciate distinctive character detail and reliable construction.

Brian's Designer Styling Tip

For a plaid farmhouse wreath, hang this 5.5-inch gold rust bell from the wreath frame just below and beside the main bow so it dangles against the greenery.

Pair with the red and white plaid reversible ribbon, buffalo check, natural burlap, and pinecones. The antiqued gold will pick up any warm gold accents in the ribbon while staying rustic.

For a doorway accent, suspend the bell from a hook and top the rope hanger with a small bow in buffalo check or brown velvet ribbon.

For a mantel display, hang three bells at staggered heights so they form a descending line, then layer frosted greenery and pinecone picks behind them. The gold rust bells will coordinate with the larger gold tin bell from the same maker while offering a warmer, more oxidized tone.

Because the bell already carries strong weathered texture, balance it with matte naturals and one or two ribbon accents. Keep it away from uncovered outdoor locations so the finish and rope stay in good condition.