It's fair to say that we are really excited about our latest product line. We first saw this range of resin glassware embedded with real chillies back in February at a Trade Show and it has taken until a couple of weeks ago to get our hands on them and until today to get them into the on-line shop.
The products are handmade in Thailand. Using designs by a New York based artist to create the moulds, the resin is poured in in layers and the chillies embedded by hand. Each layer has to partially set before the next is added to ensure the chillies remain in position. For the larger items this process is painstakingly slow. When the acrylic resin is completely set the product is smoothed and polished.
We have a range of items in stock at the moment consisting of the large decorative bowl, the rectangular vase, the coaster, the storage jar, the glow light and the soap dish, with a view to extending the range to include items such as large decorative plates, tissue box covers, clocks, photo frames, paperweights, and a variety of candle holders and bathroom accessories.
The products have the appearance of glass (or ice as one customer commented at the Birmingham Chilli Festival) but the resilience of the acrylic resin. They are easy to care for and can be washed in warm soapy water or even put in the dishwasher on a delicate setting. If in time they lose their shine they can be polished with a light oil which will quickly restore them to their original state.
We are very proud of this range which is truly striking and elegant and any of the items would make a very special gift for a special chilli lover.
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