Whether you have a celebration coming up, are looking for a gift for a loved one or planning a rustic wedding, Anvil Cottage Crafts can help. Perfect for any occasion, our handcrafted items could be just what you are looking for to add that really special touch.

Party essentials: Artisan pieces that are ideal for any celebration

It will soon be time to get out the bunting for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations marking 70 years of service. Rather appropriately, as Her Majesty is a keen racegoer, our artisan pieces are made from used or end of line horseshoes from the Newmarket stables. Topping the list of Jubilee party essentials and must-haves for any celebratory event is the all important cake. Our rustic handmade cake stand featuring heart shaped shoes is a stunning centrepiece and ideal for horse owners and lovers of equestrian style.

Are you planning a special birthday, an anniversary event or a gathering for friends and family? Whatever the nature of your celebration, our handmade pieces will help you put your own personal stamp on the occasion. What’s more, you can use and enjoy the household items you buy from us for many years to come. At Anvil Cottage Crafts, we make beautiful and practical things that last.

Celebration and birthday party essentials from Anvil Cottage Crafts:

3 or 5 bottle wine rack: A stylish way to store those bottles of fizz for your party. This wine bottle holder is made from end of stock horseshoes that have been carefully cleaned and lacquered creating a beautiful finish.

Dinner candlestick: Whether you are holding your celebration indoors or outdoors our candlestick will help you create a warm and relaxing glow; it also makes a stylish keepsake that will remind you of your event.

Fruit bowl: Food is central to any celebration. Our handcrafted fruit bowl is the perfect way to display your fruit and other tempting treats.

To celebrate the Jubilee 1,500 beacons will be lit across the UK and Commonwealth. Our firepit is ideal for any social occasion and especially if your celebration goes on into the night. This unique piece is crafted in the forge using recycled horseshoes with the legs made from Farrier’s rasps. At Anvil Cottage Crafts, no two pieces are the same due to the individual nature of the horseshoes, so you and your guests will experience something truly unique.

We have just given you a flavour of how our gorgeous pieces can enhance your celebration. Browse our household items at your leisure to discover more handcrafted party essentials.

Wedding décor and wedding rentals

A wedding is the ultimate celebration. Whether your chosen theme is traditional, rustic or vintage, you can find unique wedding pieces from Anvil Cottage Crafts to complement the décor on your special day. You can buy or rent to suit your needs and budget. That said, we know you will fall in love with our handcrafted pieces and will want to keep them!

A taste of our wedding décor pieces

The artisan style Mr & Mrs sign is a must for any happy couple and can be displayed in your home as a treasured memento of your wedding day.

A symbol of love, the heart features in many of our designs. The pieces are lovingly handcrafted in our forge by experienced artisans. There is even the option to use your own shoes for the pieces, meaning a much-loved horse can be part of your wedding day.

The tall heart table sculpture features a stunning horseshoe heart with letters either side, the perfect way to beautifully demonstrate your love for each other to your wedding guests.

Our unique pieces give you everything you need from practical signage to table decorations such as heart candle holders and our beautiful linked hearts. You can add ribbons, flowers and foliage to create that rustic wedding feel.

Hire our vintage style items for your wedding

At Anvil Cottage Crafts, we want to help you make your big day extra special. We have made a selection of our handcrafted items available for hire so that you can create the complete rustic look for your ceremony, reception and evening celebration. Use our wedding rentals service to find the perfect vintage style items for your wedding décor.

Are you not sure what to rent? Need some inspiration? Please do get in touch, we’re happy to suggest some gorgeous pieces that will suit your venue and theme.

Perfect gifts for friends and family

Do you struggle to know what to buy friends and family? Whether you are going to a birthday party or a wedding, finding that perfect gift can be tricky. That’s where we can help. Our artisan style pieces crafted from horseshoes make ideal presents for horse lovers and country style enthusiasts as well as those who enjoy a unique gift.

Unique gifts for country enthusiasts and horse lovers

At Anvil Cottage Crafts, our style is quintessentially rustic with our handcrafted pieces appealing to people who enjoy country living and horses. Our items combine practicality with a beautiful finish meaning the recipient of your gift will find it a useful and stylish addition to their home.

The beer bottle opener is a great gift for an equestrian’s home and would also make a unique present for a beer lover.

Our unicorn, stag or horse silhouette decoration is ideal for all ages. The unicorn would add a touch of magic to a children’s bedroom whereas the stag or horse silhouette are just the thing for a country home. This beautiful gift will be treasured for years to come.

The candelabra made from end of use horseshoes and used metals would make a perfect present for any home whether it’s traditional or contemporary.

Why not browse our website to discover more gorgeous gifts? Don’t forget that you can send us your horseshoes to make it a truly memorable and personal gift for the recipient.

We use recycled and end of line shoes to create our handcrafted pieces. When you receive your parcel, you might notice that it comes in eco-friendly packaging. We care about the environment at Anvil Cottage Crafts.

Unique pieces for Celebrations, Weddings and Gifting

We’ve just given a taste of what we offer for celebrations, weddings and gifting.

At Anvil Cottage Crafts we like to go the extra mile to make things special for our customers. Do get in touch to find out how we can help.