HIP SUPPORT & HEAD REST

Our most straight forward product has also proved to be one of the most popular. It is a simple inclined platform but made to the same specification as the benches & stools.


Originally intended as a hip support it is used during crossed legged sitting and also some yoga postures to maintain the hips at an angle that can comfortably support the back 








Now it is also widely used as a head support, most usually during body scan meditations but also for certain yoga postures.

Hip Support & Head Rest
£15.25 + delivery*
d.21.5cm w.32cm

Wood: Nordic Redwood - renewable source

Finish: Clear natural beeswax - hand applied

NB: wood dowling only - no screws or other metal fastening

* Delivery charge for this item within mainland Great Britain is £4.05. For overseas deliveries please contact us for  specific quotation.

e. marchercrafts@aol.com

THE 'SEVERN' - MEDITATION STOOL

The 'Severn' meditation stool is probably our most popular to date is it provides all the stability of the classic meditation bench with the ease of use of the T-Stool. 

Like the T-Stool it gives the practitioner a very comfortable support when using the so-called Japanese style of kneeling but the two legs make the posture far more stable, if that is what is required.

Furthermore, we round off the front edges of the two legs making it possible to rock forward in the posture so tilting the seat at the optimum angle. This is particularly true for the taller practitioners among us, and as both Alan and I are well over 6ft, the 'Severn' is particularly suited to us!

.......The 'Severn' meditation stool is an ideal 'one size fits all' option for yoga and meditation schools and retreats.

Severn Stool - £29.50 + delivery*

d.21.5cm h.14cm w.34cm

Wood: Nordic Redwood - renewable source

Finish: Clear natural beeswax - hand applied

NB: wood dowling only - no screws or other metal fastening

*Delivery is £4.95 within the Great Britain mainland. All overseas deliveries will be quoted on request.

Andrew Keyse
e. marchercrafts@aol.com
t.  +44 (0) 1432 355321
m.+44 (0) 7866 542772 

PRICE LIST

Although we pride ourselves on making our meditation benches and stools by hand we are also mindful  to keep the cost of our items accessible to most people and to ensure that we are able to compete with mass produced, imported and heavily machined goods.

We are delighted by the positive messages and energy we have received from so many practitioners - thank you all. 

HIP SUPPORT & HEAD REST  

£15.25 + delivery

d.21.5cm w.32cm

A spine support for sitting cross legged
or a head support lying postures    

CLASSIC MEDITATION BENCH

£28.50 + delivery

d.21.5cm w.34cm h.18-16cm

The classic bench for Japanese kneeling or easy crossed legs

T-STOOL

£19.00 + delivery

Economic in price, size & materials.
A great solution for practitioners with a good sense of balance    

MEDITATION CHAIR

£77.50 + delivery

Ideal for sitting cross legged with 90 degree back support

d.21.5cm w.34cm h.60cm backrest

FOLDABLE BENCH

£29.50 + delivery

d.21.5cm w.34cm h.18-16cm

SEVERN STOOL

£29.50 + delivery

d.21.5cm h.14cm w.34cm

For those needing more support than the T-Stool    

All of our benches are made by hand in Nordic Redwood pine which is a renewable source. It is a relatively soft wood which means we do not have to resort to excessive machining when working the wood. 

Whenever possible we avoid all metal screws, nails and fastenings as we prefer to hand dowel (the exception is the foldable bench)

We finish the wood by applying natural beeswax by hand which gives a wonderful silken honey tone. 

MAKING TO MEASURE

If you would like more detailed measurements please let us know. We are also able to adjust our standard measurements to cater for individual requirements so do please ask for details - we'll be delighted to hear from you.

DELIVERY CHARGES
Delivery cost is £4.85 per single item within the UK mainland (the Hip Support & Head Rest costs £4.05). Multiple items will be quoted depending on the size of order. Carriage charges for overseas orders will also be quoted on request.

WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS
Wholesale discounts are available to meditation & yoga schools, institutions & retreats. Please do not hesitate to ask.

PAYMENT
For single items we will dispatch as soon as we receive payment in full (incl delivery cost).
Bulk orders will be produced on receipt of a 35% deposit with the balance payable prior to or with delivery depending on the courier used. 

marchercrafts@aol.com
+44 (0) 1432 355321

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CLASSIC MEDITATION BENCH

Our CLASSIC MEDITATION BENCH is what started it all...

We became very interested in the study of mindfulness which included following the 8 week MBSR course pioneered by Jon Kabat-Zinn and offered by Bangor University. As novices to mediation we found that the suggestion in the course notes to use a bench to aid comfort during meditation was a great idea - so we did!

A fortune would have it this came at a time when we had decided that we wanted to offer a variety of products that we could make in our Hereford workshop that would use natural, organic and renewable materials. As a result we decided to develop a series of benches and stools that would be able to help people of all ages, shapes and sizes to enjoy their meditation practice in comfort while, at the same time, employing a grounded posture.

The Classic Meditation Bench for 'Japanese' kneeling or easy crossed legs
£28.50+delivery*

d.21.5cm w.34cm h.18-16cm

Wood: Nordic Redwood - renewable source

Finish: Clear natural beeswax - hand applied

NB: wood dowling only - no screws or other metal fastening

* Delivery charge within mainland Great Britain is £4.85. For overseas deliveries please contact us for  specific quotation.

e. marchercrafts@aol.com

THE T-STOOL MEDITATION STOOL

The T-Stool was designed with economy of materials, weight & space in mind. This provides less support than the other benches and stools and so is meant for practitioners who enjoy a good sense of balance and who are perhaps close to dispensing with supports of any kind.

Like all the other supports it is hand made & finished with our natural beeswax and it can also be altered according to specific requirements provided the overall structure remains the same.

T-Stool: £19.50 + delivery

Wood: Nordic Redwood - renewable source

Finish: Clear natural beeswax - hand applied

NB: wood dowling only - no screws or other metal fastenings


Andrew Keyse
MarcherCrafts@aol.com
+44 (0) 1432 355321
+44 (0) 7866 542772

FOLDABLE MEDITATION BENCH

The 'foldable' version of the Classic Meditation Bench was produced to meet the demands of practitioners who want to use a classic style meditation bench but with the convenience of being able to carry it in their kit bags or luggage. It's light, strong and like all our wood items is made of from wood only from renewable sources with a minimum of machining.



Where we have had to compromise is in our use of metal hinges. We like to avoid metal items but will be transparent about it when we have to. We are trying to source re-cycled metal hinges and will be pleased to use them when we find a suitable product and supplier. As always, the wood is hand finished with natural beeswax that we get from an apiary in our home village in the Severn Valley, Gloucestershire.

The bench provides a beautifully natural way to maintain a dignified and upright pose without strain on the spine, pelvis and knees.

The Foldable Meditation Bench for 'Japanese' kneeling or easy crossed legs

£29.75+delivery

d.21.5cm w.34cm h.18-16cm

Wood: Nordic Redwood - renewable source

Finish: Clear natural beeswax - hand applied

NB: wood dowling only - no screws or other metal fastening

Marcher Crafts
marchercrafts@aol.com
+44 (0) 7866 542772

WHY MEDITATION SUPPORTS?

Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom.
James Allen

It is difficult for people from a chair based culture, as we are in 'the west', to sit on the floor for prolonged periods without becoming uncomfortable. Of course this does not include experienced practitioners of meditation and yoga, but we were more concerned with people like ourselves: middle aged, new to the word of meditation and mindfulness & in need of something to help maintain a dignified and upright posture.

The classic meditation bench (£28.50 + p&p)
d.21.5cm w.34cm h.16-18cm

Coupled with this was our desire to begin making artefacts that we could be proud of, not least from the point of view of their sustainability. Therefore we decided to make a series of supports using:

• Wood from renewable sources

• The least amount of machining possible

• Hand doweling the supports so avoiding, wherever possible, the use of  metal screws, etc

• Treating the finished items with locally produced natural beeswax

• Being rigorous in our on-going search for organic or ecologically responsible products and materials from suppliers with a similar outlook as ourselves

We are hoping to speak with private individuals, meditation and yoga teachers, meditation communities and specialist retailers in order not only to promote what we produce but also to simply connect with like minded people. We are hoping that people will not only appreciate what we make but also that we can grow ourselves as individuals at the same time. 

www.marchercrafts@aol.com

INTRODUCING MARCHER CRAFTS

We come from Herefordshire, one of the saxon marcher counties of western England - and we are delighted to introduce you to Marcher Crafts.

Having worked in both woodworking and retail for many years we decided that we wanted to design and make artefacts not only to make a living but also, and of equal importance, we wanted to feel pride in what we do and delight in coming to work. We also wanted to make connections with people in a sense that transcended just business. 

We decided to hand make items with a minimum of machining, with ecological and responsibly sourced materials wherever possible, and a personal investment of ourselves in all that we do.


We have begun by introducing a range of meditation stools and benches of various kinds to help enhance meditation, in particular, for those like us who are new to practicing. Following discussions with yoga teachers & mindfulness practitioners we have sought to offer options whereby people can maintain a comfortable, dignified and grounded posture.

We shall be posting details of each of the items but, in the meantime please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like more information.....we'll be pleased to hear from you.


Andrew & Alan

marchercrafts@aol.com
Unit 2 Bridge Business Centre, Burcott Road, Hereford HR4 9LW
+44 (0) 1432 355321