{"title":"Featured pieces","description":"\u003cp\u003eA selection from the Colehurst Crafts workshop, chosen to show the character of natural wood and the care behind each design.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yew-tealight-holder-with-a-custom-stainless-steel-slate-insert","title":"Yew Tealight Holder with a Custom Stainless Steel \u0026 Slate Insert","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndividually handcrafted in my Shropshire workshop, this yew tealight holder combines the character of natural wood with my own stainless steel and slate insert design, developed with safety in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarefully crafted, inside and out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI cut and finish each stainless steel insert myself. The construction brings together three carefully considered details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e separates the tealight’s metal cup from direct contact with the wooden sides of the holder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReclaimed slate base:\u003c\/strong\u003e a disc at least 5 mm thick sits beneath the candle, forming a separate layer between it and the wooden base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePermanently fitted assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e the steel and slate are fixed in place using heat resistant adhesive, with epoxy putty sealing the upper edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carefully considered construction is an integral part of every holder I make, with attention given to the details inside as well as the finished appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe natural character of yew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm orange tones and flowing grain give each piece its own character. Some holders also feature pale sapwood, creating a distinctive natural contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach holder is individually turned, sanded and finished with a softly rounded profile. Grain, colour and sapwood vary between pieces, making every holder individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and candle fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach holder measures approximately 50 mm tall × 70 mm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe candle opening measures approximately 41 mm in diameter, accommodating standard tealights around 38 to 40 mm wide and some slightly larger styles. Please check your candle’s dimensions before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your quantity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as a single holder for £25 or a pair of two holders for £48. Select your preferred option before adding to your basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaking the most of the wood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere possible, I use reclaimed wood, offcuts and smaller pieces bought from local timber merchants to make my homeware. Working with the timber available helps me keep waste to a minimum and can bring small differences in thickness, dimensions or shape between pieces. Each follows the same overall design, with measurements given approximately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually handmade, so slight variations in size, shape, grain and colour are part of the making process. The photographs show examples of the design. Your pieces will be very similar in overall style, but will not be the exact ones pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural wood movement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural wood movement may occasionally cause small surface checks or slight separation around the insert. Inspect the holder regularly, and discontinue use if the insert becomes loose, the holder becomes unstable, or a crack develops through the wooden wall or base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the wooden exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Never leave a burning candle unattended. Use on a stable, heat resistant surface, away from draughts, flammable materials, children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the candle manufacturer’s instructions and allow everything to cool fully before handling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colehurst Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":61243900985678,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pair","offer_id":61243901018446,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/1321\/3262\/files\/colehurst-yew-tealight-holders-unlit.jpg?v=1792111007"},{"product_id":"western-red-cedar-douglas-fir-oak-tealight-trio-with-custom-steel-slate-inserts","title":"Western Red Cedar, Douglas Fir \u0026 Oak Tealight Trio with Custom Steel \u0026 Slate Inserts","description":"\u003cp\u003eA set of three handcrafted wooden tealight holders, one in western red cedar, one in Douglas fir and one in oak. Made in my Shropshire workshop, each holder features my own stainless steel and slate insert design, developed with safety in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMy custom insert design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI cut and finish each stainless steel insert myself. The construction brings together three carefully considered details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e separates the tealight’s metal cup from direct contact with the wooden sides of the holder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReclaimed slate base:\u003c\/strong\u003e a disc at least 5 mm thick sits beneath the candle, forming a separate layer between it and the wooden base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePermanently fitted assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e the steel and slate are fixed in place using heat resistant adhesive, with epoxy putty sealing the upper edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carefully considered construction is an integral part of every holder I make, with attention given to the details inside as well as the finished appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree woods, brought together\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm tones and contrasting grain of western red cedar, Douglas fir and oak give this trio its character. From the flowing grain of the softwoods to the more textured appearance of oak, each holder brings something different to the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividually turned, sanded and finished with a softly rounded profile, the three holders can be arranged together as a centrepiece or displayed separately around your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne western red cedar tealight holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Douglas fir tealight holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne oak tealight holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e£68 for the complete set of three holders, each with its permanently fitted stainless steel and slate insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaking the most of the wood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere possible, I use reclaimed wood, offcuts and smaller pieces bought from local timber merchants to make my homeware. Working with the timber available helps me keep waste to a minimum and can bring small differences in thickness, dimensions or shape between pieces. Each follows the same overall design, with measurements given approximately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually handmade, so slight variations in size, shape, grain and colour are part of the making process. The photographs show examples of the design. Your pieces will be very similar in overall style, but will not be the exact ones pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holders within a trio may also differ slightly from one another in size and shape. These small differences are part of the character of a handmade set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural wood movement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural wood movement may occasionally cause small surface checks or slight separation around the insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect the holders regularly, and discontinue use if an insert becomes loose, a holder becomes unstable, or a crack develops through the wooden wall or base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the wooden exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Never leave a burning candle unattended. Use on a stable, heat resistant surface, away from draughts, flammable materials, children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a tealight that fits comfortably within the insert. Follow the candle manufacturer’s instructions and allow everything to cool fully before handling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colehurst Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61245737828686,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/1321\/3262\/files\/colehurst-tealight-trio-cedar-douglas-fir-oak.jpg?v=1792145912"},{"product_id":"ebonised-oak-coasters-with-coloured-grain-choose-your-colours","title":"Ebonised Oak Coasters with Coloured Grain, Choose Your Colours","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted oak coasters with a deep ebonised finish and coloured grain highlights. Each coaster is cut, shaped and finished by hand in my Shropshire workshop, with a high density cork backing that I cut and glue individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow I ebonise the oak\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI prepare my own iron acetate solution in my workshop. Applied to the oak, it reacts with the wood’s naturally occurring tannins to develop a deep black colour within the surface fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black colour comes from this reaction in the wood’s surface, rather than an applied black pigment. I then highlight the grain with colour and finish each coaster by hand, bringing out the individual pattern in the oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as a pair for £22 or a set of four for £42. Choose red, green, blue, white, purple or bronze for each coaster. Select the same colour throughout for a matching set, or mix your favourites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the colour range and examples of matching sets. Your order contains the number of coasters selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarefully made, front and back\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ebonised oak provides a dark background for the coloured grain, bringing out the natural pattern in each piece. Every coaster is individually finished by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI cut the high density cork backing myself and glue it in place using Titebond III. This gives each coaster a carefully fitted backing, with attention given to the underside as well as the finished face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak is approximately 10 mm thick, with cork backing beneath. Small differences in thickness and shape are part of the handmade process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaking the most of the wood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere possible, I use reclaimed wood, offcuts and smaller pieces bought from local timber merchants to make my homeware. Working with the timber available helps me keep waste to a minimum and can bring small differences in thickness, dimensions or shape between pieces. Each follows the same overall design, with measurements given approximately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandmade variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually handmade, so slight variations in size, shape, grain and colour are part of the making process. The photographs show examples of the design. Your pieces will be very similar in overall style, but will not be the exact ones pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount and pattern of coloured grain vary naturally from coaster to coaster, including within a matching set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe spills promptly with a soft, damp cloth and allow the coasters to dry. Do not soak, put in the dishwasher or use abrasive cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colehurst Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Pair","offer_id":61246065508686,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Set of four","offer_id":61246065541454,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/1321\/3262\/files\/colehurst-ebonised-oak-coasters-colour-range.jpg?v=1792147311"}],"url":"https:\/\/colehurstcrafts.co.uk\/collections\/frontpage.oembed","provider":"Colehurst Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}