{"product_id":"department-56-snow-village-cousin-eddie-in-the-morning-figurine-2-95-hand-painted-dolomite-multicolor","title":"Department 56 Snow Village Cousin Eddie in the Morning Figurine — 2.95\" Hand-Painted Dolomite, Multicolor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepartment 56's Cousin Eddie in the Morning is a 2.95-inch hand-painted dolomite figurine that joins the National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Snow Village collection as a detailed, display-ready holiday accessory.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature captures a memorable character moment from the classic holiday comedy and is crafted to coordinate with Department 56's larger village pieces. Made of fine dolomite and finished by hand, the figurine adds a touch of movie nostalgia and handcrafted charm to tabletop villages, mantel scenes, and collectible displays. Its compact footprint makes it easy to place near lit buildings, vehicle pieces, or other Snow Village characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this figurine fit into a Snow Village display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cousin Eddie figure is sized to work alongside other Department 56 Snow Village elements, creating continuity in scale and style. It pairs especially well with themed pieces like the Cousin Eddie's RV lit figurine for scene-building that references the film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3.35\" L x 1.97\" W x 2.95\" H for consistent village scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible visually with other National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall footprint ideal for clustered mantel or tabletop displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and workmanship went into this piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis accessory is hand-sculpted in dolomite, a durable ceramic material commonly used in collectible village pieces. Skilled artisans apply paint by hand, bringing fine facial features, clothing textures, and color accents to life without mass-production flatness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-quality dolomite body for sturdy collectible use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-painted finishes that highlight small details\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarefully inspected to maintain Department 56 craftsmanship standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this with illuminated or electric village components?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes — this figurine is designed as a decorative companion to lit and electric Snow Village items but does not contain internal lighting. It enhances scenes with illuminated buildings and vehicles by providing scaled, character-driven interest next to lighted pieces sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePairs visually with lit pieces like Cousin Eddie's RV (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlace near buildings or vehicles for natural scene composition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo internal wiring — safe to position near lights and cords when arranged carefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I care for and display the figure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the figurine dust-free and handle it gently to preserve the hand-painted details. Display on stable, level surfaces and avoid exposure to extreme heat or moisture to maintain paint and ceramic integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDust with a soft brush or dry cloth; avoid chemical cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore in original packaging when not on display to prevent chips\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid direct sunlight and damp locations to protect paint and material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Collectors of Department 56 Snow Village items, fans of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, and anyone building a themed holiday village will appreciate this character-driven accessory. Its small size, collectible-grade materials, and handcrafted finish make it suitable for display on mantels, in curio cabinets, or integrated into larger holiday scenes where movie nostalgia and artisan detail are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDEPARTMENT 56 FIGURINE: from the National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Village collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCOORDINATES: perfectly with our \"Cousin Eddie's RV\" lit figurine (ASIN B00AXSXSDK - sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHAND-CRAFTED: from high-quality dolomite material\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHAND-PAINTED: with intricate detail by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePRODUCT DIMENSIONS: 3.35\" L x 1.97\" W x 2.95\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this figurine lit or battery-operated?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No, the Cousin Eddie figurine is unlit and contains no electrical components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will it match other Department 56 Snow Village pieces?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, it is sized and styled to coordinate with other Snow Village items for cohesive displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Department 56","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49211523268827,"sku":"B00AXSY2QM","price":49.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/1188\/3483\/files\/department-56-cousin-eddie-front-view.jpg?v=1788297262","url":"https:\/\/homelypantry.co.uk\/products\/department-56-snow-village-cousin-eddie-in-the-morning-figurine-2-95-hand-painted-dolomite-multicolor","provider":"The Homely Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}