Birth Flowers & Seasonal Companions

A structured study of monthly blooms, where each flower is selected for its seasonal meaning. Each design pairs flowers with a companion from the natural world, forming a balanced composition that moves cleanly across the glass.

From Artwork to Engraving

Each commission follows the same studio process, from artwork preparation and proof approval through to hand sandblasting and finishing in our Fife workshop.

Artwork preparation and proofing

Artwork Preparation

A digital proof is provided for approval before engraving.

Traditional sandblast engraving in our Fife studio

Traditional Sandblasting

Each piece is engraved by hand using traditional sandblast techniques.

The Story Behind the Collection

Each piece of engravd glassware is grounded in the traditional language of birth flowers, with form and symbolism working together. The emphasis is on proportion, spacing, and continuity, allowing the engraving to wrap naturally around the glass while remaining clear and legible from every angle.

Decorative floral and butterfly design with a bird featuring the quote 'Earth laughs in flowers'.

Birth Flowers Through the Seasons

Explore the symbolism of birth flowers and how the seasons inspired these engraved designs

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