The brick mould - a world of possibilities
Upcycled into shelves, advent wreaths, trays...
We love experimenting and finding new ways to repurpose old original items. So the ideas for developing the brick mould were obvious. The first idea was to add a handle to the brick mould—a leather strap—turning it into a small wooden basket. This idea came about one day with our Indian supplier. We were wandering around in the blazing heat, brainstorming what we could create. At the same time, we were looking at a leather stool that did not quite fit into our range, but the beautiful leather was fantastic. We both looked at the brick mould, then at the leather, and it clicked; a leather handle was the perfect solution.
Since then, this supplier has helped us create many other “brick mould products,” including shelves, trays, and even advent wreaths. The only limit is imagination...
We love the idea of recycling—why not use what already exists?
Original brick moulds have been used in construction in India for many years. The clay is poured into the moulds, then the brick mould is turned over, and the brick is shaken out of the mould. The bricks are placed on the ground to dry in the sun and are eventually fired in a kiln.
Each small business had its own stamp on the brick mould enabling you to know where the brick came from. If you are unsure whether your brick mould is original, check the bottom for impressions of a stamp.