Kurt Adler Glass Icicle Ornament Set Review: Real Sparkle?
Two dozen twisted glass icicles in mixed lengths, for the tree that never looks finished. A cheap set that does what tinsel promises without the mess.
Yes, for anyone whose tree looks thin between the big ornaments. The twisted glass catches every light without tinsel's mess [1]. Skip it for a home with cats that bat at dangling things.
By Andrew Pataleta, GiftX founder · Updated October 28, 2026 · Sources
Specs at a glance
| Pieces | 24 icicles [1] |
| Lengths | 3.5 to 5.5 inches [1] |
| Material | Glass [1] |
| Shape | Twisted, dripping icicle [1] |
| Uses | Tree, wreaths, other holiday decor [1] |
| Maker | Kurt Adler [1] |
Pros and cons
- Glass breaks if dropped
- Cats love dangling sparkly things
- Thin icicles need a sturdy hook
What tinsel promised
Tinsel sparkles and then ends up in the vacuum for months. Glass icicles do the same job and go back in the box in January.
This Kurt Adler set has 24 clear glass icicles from 3.5 to 5.5 inches long, each with a twisted, dripping shape [1].
Filling the gaps
Most trees look finished at the front and thin in between. Icicles hang straight down in the gaps and pull the light into the dark spots.
Clear glass goes with any color scheme, from red and gold to all white [1]. Mix the lengths so the tree does not look like a row of teeth.
The listing also suggests wreaths and other decor [1]. A few icicles on a mantel garland look wintry next to candles.
Cats and long icicles
A dangling clear icicle is the most tempting toy a cat has ever seen. In a cat home, hang them high or skip them.
They are glass, so handle them over a rug or a towel when you unpack and pack them.
A base set for any tree
This is the gift for a new homeowner's first real tree, or the friend who complains their tree looks bare.
From the same guide, the Old World Christmas Santa in Sleigh Glass Ornament is a centerpiece to frame with icicles, and the Valery Madelyn Shatterproof Christmas Ball Ornaments cover the low branches in a house with kids.
FAQ
How many glass icicles do you need for a tree?
This set has 24 icicles [1]. That covers the gaps on a small to medium tree. For a tall tree, two sets give an even sparkle from top to bottom. Mix the 3.5 and 5.5 inch lengths for a natural look [1]
Are glass icicles better than tinsel?
For most people, yes. Glass icicles catch the light like tinsel but do not shed onto the floor and can be packed away and reused every year. Tinsel is cheaper but messy and hard to remove [1]
Are glass icicle ornaments safe with pets?
They are glass, so a cat batting one off a branch can break it. In a home with cats, hang them on the top half of the tree only. Shatterproof ornaments are a safer choice for low branches [1]
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Sources and how we checked
- Amazon.com listing for the Kurt Adler Clear Glass Icicle Ornament Set of 24
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