Journal

August Bank Holiday Weekend
We are open as usual:
Friday 10 - 4pm
Saturday 10 - 4pm
Sunday 2 - 4pm
Monday 10 - 4pm
Find us hidden away behind the village church; whatever the weather, a warm welcome is always assured.
We are very pleased to say the North Road, via the Knott, into Rosedale has reopened!

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Wonderful Community
We want to extend our deepest and most sincere thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate our 30th Anniversary Birthday party—especially those who braved what turned out to be the worst weather of the summer to be there with us.
Despite the rain, the atmosphere was warm and vibrant. The tents were bustling with laughter and conversation, as guests stayed dry and raised their glasses with us. The champagne flowed freely, and we were delighted to see so many enjoying the delicious canapés created by the incredibly talented Chef Fabien Hombourger, who generously kept over 100 guests well fed and happy throughout the day.
As we reflect on this milestone, we feel immense gratitude for the many people who have been part of our journey. It has been 30 years since we first made Rosedale our home, with the support of our family and our community.
We are especially thankful for the dedication and hard work of the wonderful assistants we’ve had over the years. A special mention must go to Dave, who has been with us for the past decade—his careful attention and effort preparing the orchard garden made it truly shine for the celebration. And of course, our amazing children, who rolled up their sleeves and kept things running smoothly behind the bar on the day.
But most importantly, we want to thank you—our community of customers, friends, and supporters. Whether you’ve visited us in the studio, purchased a piece of our glass, given our work as a gift, or simply appreciated what we do—you are the reason we continue to create. Your enthusiasm, encouragement, and loyalty are what sustain us, inspire us, and make all of this possible.
Thank you for being part of our story and for helping us mark this unforgettable milestone. We feel truly honoured and humbled by your continued support.
Here’s to the next 30 years—may they be filled with as much creativity, connection, and glassmaking as the last.
With gratitude,
Stephen & Kate

Summer Shut Down
It is high summer and our furnace is off for annual maintenance.
When you call into the studio all is quiet and cool. We are planning to relight her late October and re stock the website.

Thank You
Many thanks to everyone who gave a heart bowl a home. We were delighted and a bit shocked at the speed with which they went. We really appreciate it.
The last heart bowl orders are leaving us tomorrow to arrive on Friday 7th.
Our lovely postie comes to collect orders twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays.

It's Day Five of the rebuild
Brick by brick our third furnace is growing..... ready for glassmaking over Autumn and Winter months.

Pruning
I trimmed an overhanging bough from a lime tree recently.
Seemed a shame to waste it, and also cut some beautiful broken roses were are being battered by the July wind and rain.
I brought them both inside to enjoy their beauty a while longer.

Emptying the Furnace
The studio is cool and quiet. The furnace is off at the moment.
It's a strange mix of emotions... a relief as the summer has just arrived.
The prolonged chill has been a great time for glassmakers.
It's always always disconcerting when the cycling heart beat of the studio goes quiet.
It's time for a rebuild, a new box of bricks, this one lasted us 16 years so she did well.
Time to renew.
Hope to be back up and running in September, just as the Autumn returns.
If you come to the studio over the next few weeks, although we are not blowing glass there will always be a warm welcome.

Happy New Year - Temporary Closure to Visitors
We wish you all a wonderful new year and offer our sincerest thanks for all your support in 2023.
Our studio is now temporarily closed to visitors until March 1st 2024.
You can still place orders online and we will get those off to you asap or call us to place an order. 01751 417550
For the next few weeks we will be working behind closed doors crafting new unique works.