http://folksy.com/shops/downtoearth All my work is designed and handmade in my workshop on the Welsh Borders so you are guaranteed a quality garden gift idea and true artisan design. If you are looking for an original and unusual handmade gift for gardens, my products are a really original alternative! en-gb Down To Earth All my work is designed and handmade in my workshop on the Welsh Borders so you are guaranteed a quality garden gift idea and true artisan design. If you are looking for an original and unusual handmade gift for gardens, my products are a really original alternative! Our handcrafted Ferrous Fungi rusted metal garden mushroom ornaments are a great way of adding height and interest in the garden and mixed in groups they create an ideal focal point. The bare metal will rust naturally, with the warm tones of the rusted metal sitting comfortably alongside foliage and flowers. They will bring life and beauty to those forgotten corners of the garden and will create a stunning garden design statement. These beautiful and contemporary garden ornaments look fabulous in country gardens and city gardens alike. Our Ferrous Fungi are sure to be a talking point in your garden for years to come. Our set of four Ferrous Fungi includes Two large headed fungi 950 mm height X 190 mm head and Two small headed fungi 650 mm X 160 mm head. Please note the fungi may arrive in their bare state but will rust down naturally in the garden environment. downtoearth Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:57:58 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3422978 http://folksy.com/items/3422978 Ferrous Fungi Garden Metal Mushroom Ornaments (Set Of 4) Our handcrafted Ferrous Fungi rusted metal garden mushroom ornaments are a great way of adding height and interest in the garden and mixed in groups they create an ideal focal point. The bare metal will rust naturally, with the warm tones of the rusted metal sitting comfortably alongside foliage and flowers. They will bring life and beauty to those forgotten corners of the garden and will create a stunning garden design statement. These beautiful and contemporary garden ornaments look fabulous in country gardens and city gardens alike. Our Ferrous Fungi are sure to be a talking point in your garden for years to come. Our set of six Ferrous Fungi includes Three large headed fungi 950 mm height X 190 mm head and Three small headed fungi 650 mm X 160 mm head. Please note the fungi may arrive in their bare state but will rust down naturally in the garden environment. downtoearth Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:58:26 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3423134 http://folksy.com/items/3423134 Ferrous Fungi Garden Metal Mushroom Ornaments (Set Of 6) Our handcrafted Ferrous Fungi rusted metal garden mushroom ornaments are a great way of adding height and interest in the garden and mixed in groups they create an ideal focal point. The bare metal will rust naturally, with the warm tones of the rusted metal sitting comfortably alongside foliage and flowers. They will bring life and beauty to those forgotten corners of the garden and will create a stunning garden design statement. These beautiful and contemporary garden ornaments look fabulous in country gardens and city gardens alike. Our Ferrous Fungi are sure to be a talking point in your garden for years to come. The set of five Ferrous Fungi consist of Two large headed fungi 950 mm height X 190 mm head and Three small headed fungi 650 mm X 160 mm head. Please note the fungi may arrive in their bare state but will rust down naturally in the garden environment. PLEASE NOTE THE PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE SET OF FIVE WERE TAKEN IN THEIR BARE STATE PRIOR TO RUSTING DOWN NATURALLY downtoearth Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:58:39 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3423202 http://folksy.com/items/3423202 Ferrous Fungi Garden Metal Mushroom Ornaments (Set Of 5) Our handcrafted Ferrous Fungi rusted metal garden mushroom ornaments are a great way of adding height and interest in the garden and mixed in groups they create an ideal focal point. The bare metal will rust naturally, with the warm tones of the rusted metal sitting comfortably alongside foliage and flowers. They will bring life and beauty to those forgotten corners of the garden and will create a stunning garden design statement. These beautiful and contemporary garden ornaments look fabulous in country gardens and city gardens alike. Our Ferrous Fungi are sure to be a talking point in your garden for years to come. Our set of three Ferrous Fungi includes One large headed fungi 950 mm height X 190 mm head and Two small headed fungi 650 mm X 160 mm head. Please note the fungi may arrive in their bare state but will rust down naturally in the garden environment. downtoearth Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:59:12 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3422774 http://folksy.com/items/3422774 Ferrous Fungi Garden Metal Mushroom Ornaments Set Of Three Our Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes add sculptural structure to a garden border. These naturally rusted garden stakes are also ideal for supporting plants in the garden border and plant pots. The organic look and texture of the finish blends harmoniously with flowers and foliage throughout the changing seasons. In the winter garden border the wonderful rich brown colour of the stakes particularly comes to life in the morning or evening light. The Allium Stakes also make a unique gift solution for gardeners. The Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes are 1 metre high, 10mm diameter rod, solid balls 40ml. downtoearth Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:59:39 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3423646 http://folksy.com/items/3423646 Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes (Set of five) These pieces were inspired by slate standing stones in the garden. Each piece is hand cut and then the pattern is created by grinding through the outer coating of the steel to create an organic pattern. The steel is then polished and powder coated in a clear matt lacquer preserving the finish. Each one is totally unique. Height 800 ml approx Width 310 ml approx Steel plate 3ml thick downtoearth Fri, 22 Feb 2013 07:29:30 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3752306 http://folksy.com/items/3752306 Steel Standing Stone 1 These pieces were inspired by slate standing stones in the garden. Each piece is hand cut and then the pattern is created by grinding through the outer coating of the steel to create an organic pattern. The steel is then polished and powder coated in a clear matt lacquer preserving the finish. Each one is totally unique. Height 800 ml approx Width 310 ml approx Steel plate 3ml thick downtoearth Fri, 22 Feb 2013 07:30:16 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3752334 http://folksy.com/items/3752334 Steel Standing Stone III Penny is a unique, individually handmade metal chick garden ornament. A perfect gift for chicken lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Penny is great fun – her stylised profile will provide a focal point in any garden giving years of enjoyment for both young and old! Penny is hand cut from heavy duty 3mm thick steel plate which is shot blasted and left to oxidise creating a beautiful natural patina over time. Penny measures 100 mm high approx x 130 mm wide approx Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! Penny who is busy peck, pecking away..... Aaah so cute!!! . downtoearth Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:02:41 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3747754 http://folksy.com/items/3747754 A Metal Chicken Garden Ornament Called Penny Our handcrafted Ferrous Fungi rusted metal garden mushroom ornaments are a great way of adding height and interest in the garden and mixed in groups they create an ideal focal point. The bare metal will rust naturally, with the warm tones of the rusted metal sitting comfortably alongside foliage and flowers. They will bring life and beauty to those forgotten corners of the garden and will create a stunning garden design statement. These beautiful and contemporary garden ornaments look fabulous in country gardens and city gardens alike. Our Ferrous Fungi are sure to be a talking point in your garden for years to come. Our set of two Ferrous Fungi includes One large headed fungi 950 mm height X 190 mm head and One small headed fungi 750 mm X 160 mm head. Please note the fungi may arrive in their bare state but will rust down naturally in the garden environment. downtoearth Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:28:57 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3422554 http://folksy.com/items/3422554 Ferrous Fungi Garden Metal Mushroom Ornaments Set Of Two A contemporary, metal, garden bird feeder The design of Phil’s Fat Bird Diner is both functional and attractive and you can easily place the bird feeder anywhere in your garden as it simply can be pushed into the ground and has a stabilising spike. The feeder is suitable for holding a wide variety of bird feed products. Handmade from solid heavy-duty steel, supplied in bare metal that will naturally oxidise in time and will blend in beautifully within a garden surrounding. Drainage holes in cup. Overall height 905 mm Height above ground 730 mm Diameter of top 130 mm Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. downtoearth Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:29:29 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2879626 http://folksy.com/items/2879626 Phil's Original Fat Bird Diner - Garden Bird Feeder Play It Again Sam is from my Indi Range of wall art. Individual and Industrial. Looks great in both a traditional or more contemporary setting. A one statement bold piece creating the vintage industrial chic look at home. If you want something a bit more unusual than a picture A industrial black and white statement - with threaded twisted bar. Bogart's supposed line from Casablanca or perhaps not!. 45 cm (H) x 52 cm (W) WAS £150.00 Now £120.00 downtoearth Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:55:52 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3370698 http://folksy.com/items/3370698 Play It Again Sam Metal Wall Art - SALE Phil's Original Garden Glow - Outdoor Candle Sconce Add a soft warm glow to the darkest corners of your shrubbery and borders, these contemporary designed candle sconces look stunning at night and with the citronella candle supplied have the added benefit of keeping those little blighters at bay!!! Can be placed anywhere in the garden as it simply can be pushed into the ground and has a stabilising spike. The removable shroud has been designed for easy lighting and there are three slots cut into the shroud to radiate the light. Hand made and designed in our workshop on the Welsh Border from solid heavy-duty steel, supplied in bare metal that will naturally oxidise in time and will blend in beautifully within a garden surrounding. Drainage holes in cup. Overall height 970 ml Height above ground 790 ml Height of shroud 170 ml Diameter of shroud 89 ml downtoearth Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:53:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2879602 http://folksy.com/items/2879602 a garden GLOW outdoor candle sconce Bertie is a unique, individually handmade metal bird silhouette ideal for a fence or gate post finial or simply to enhance that tree stump that you do not quite know what to do with in your garden. Bertie makes a great decorative addition to any garden and he also makes an original but affordable gift for all bird lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Bertie is hand cut from heavy-duty steel plate 2.6ml thick and is finished in a black powder-coated metal finish. He is easily fixed – just decide on what angle you wish Bertie to sit and drill a hole at the corresponding angle. Bertie - 24cm body length X 7 cm body height - Fixing Pin 6.5 cm Bertie come complete with fixing instructions and is packaged in a recyclable box, sitting in a bed of wood wool to empathise with the garden theme. Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! downtoearth Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:53:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3001014 http://folksy.com/items/3001014 A Garden Metal Bird Ornament Called Bertie Our Enchanted Garden Flower Stakes are a collaboration between ourselves and Master Glass Blower Ed Burke of E M Glass, and are unique pieces of garden sculptural art. Each flower has been individually hand blown by Ed Burke and they are held in oxidised steel stalks. The hand blown flowers and leaves gently sway in the wind and are usually best seen early in the morning or with the setting of the sun. Height 1.30 metre approx plus glass flowers Please contact us for colour preference purple, white, red, blue (closed flowers) Our Enchanted Garden Flower Stakes were filmed early in June 2011 at Capel Manor Gardens in Enfield where Spun Gold TV shot part of an episode of Love Your Garden with Alan Titchmarsh. £50.00 each downtoearth Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:53:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3116658 http://folksy.com/items/3116658 Enchanted Garden Flower Stakes MADE TO ORDER Our Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes add sculptural structure to a garden border. These naturally rusted garden stakes are also ideal for supporting plants in the garden border and plant pots. The organic look and texture of the finish blends harmoniously with flowers and foliage throughout the changing seasons. In the winter garden border the wonderful rich brown colour of the stakes particularly comes to life in the morning or evening light. The Allium Stakes also make a unique gift solution for gardeners. The Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes are 1 metre high, 10mm diameter rod, solid balls 40ml. downtoearth Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:53:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3208694 http://folksy.com/items/3208694 Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes (Set of three) MADE TO ORDER Contemporary Metal Garden Stake - Kaleidoscope Garden Art Stake Kaleidoscope Garden Art Stake - Decorative Stained Glass Stake designed and made by Phil Rogers in his workshop in North Wales Our decorative, Stained Glass Stakes are designed to add colour to your garden. Constantly changing, they shine, glisten, reflect and sparkle. Interacting with their settings, the angle of light at different times of the day and even in different seasons. They are also ideal for supporting plants, or use them in a wigwam effect, the only limit is your imagination. Supplied in a natural finish that has been shot blasted so that they will oxidise evenly to create a rust patina that blends to form an intrinsic balance with the natural environment. Why not create your own Enchanted Garden by mixing the Kaleidoscope Stakes with our other garden metal sculptures – Allium Stakes, Enchanted Stained Glass Flower Stems and Ferrous Fungi. We also offer the Kaleidoscope Stakes as a A Set Of Five. Glass colours available blue, yellow, red, purple and green. PLEASE CONTACT US WITH YOUR CHOICE OF COLOUR BY LEAVING A BUYER'S NOTE. Size 1m Hand-made downtoearth Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:53:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3208778 http://folksy.com/items/3208778 Set Of Three Contemporary Metal Garden Stakes Kaleidoscope Garden Art Stakes - Tweeter is a unique, individually handmade metal bird silhouette ideal for a fence or gate post finial or simply to enhance that tree stump that you do not quite know what to do with in your garden. Tweeter makes a great decorative addition to any garden and he also makes an original but affordable gift for all bird lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Tweeter is hand cut from heavy-duty steel plate 2.6ml thick and is finished in a black powder-coated metal finish. He is easily fixed – just decide on what angle you wish Tweeter to sit and drill a hole at the corresponding angle. Tweeter come complete with fixing instructions and is packaged in a recyclable box, sitting in a bed of wood wool to empathise with the garden theme. Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! downtoearth Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:53:12 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3374426 http://folksy.com/items/3374426 A Garden Metal Bird Ornament called Tweeter Our handcrafted Ferrous Fungi rusted metal garden mushroom ornaments are a great way of adding height and interest in the garden and mixed in groups they create an ideal focal point. The bare metal will rust naturally, with the warm tones of the rusted metal sitting comfortably alongside foliage and flowers. They will bring life and beauty to those forgotten corners of the garden and will create a stunning garden design statement. These beautiful and contemporary garden ornaments look fabulous in country gardens and city gardens alike. Our Ferrous Fungi are sure to be a talking point in your garden for years to come. The single fungi is 950mm (Height) X 190 mm across approx Please note the fungi may arrive in its bare state but will rust down naturally in the garden environment. downtoearth Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:53:12 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3375250 http://folksy.com/items/3375250 Ferrous Fungi Garden Metal Mushroom Ornament These pieces were inspired by slate standing stones in the garden. Each piece is hand cut and then the pattern is created by grinding through the outer coating of the steel to create an organic pattern. The steel is then polished and powder coated in a clear matt lacquer preserving the finish. Each one is totally unique. Height 800 ml approx Width 310 ml approx Steel plate 3ml thick downtoearth Tue, 12 Mar 2013 07:08:26 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3752318 http://folksy.com/items/3752318 Steel Standing Stone II Our Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes add sculptural structure to a garden border. These naturally rusted garden stakes are also ideal for supporting plants in the garden border and plant pots. The organic look and texture of the finish blends harmoniously with flowers and foliage throughout the changing seasons. In the winter garden border the wonderful rich brown colour of the stakes particularly comes to life in the morning or evening light. The Allium Stakes also make a unique gift solution for gardeners. The Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes are 1 metre high, 10mm diameter rod, solid balls 40ml. downtoearth Tue, 12 Mar 2013 07:09:33 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3208722 http://folksy.com/items/3208722 Contemporary Allium Metal Garden Stakes (Set of six) Brunching Basil is a unique, individually handmade metal bird silhouette ideal for a fence or gate post finial or simply to enhance that tree stump that you do not quite know what to do with in your garden. Brunching Basil makes a great decorative addition to any garden and he also makes an original but affordable gift for all bird lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Brunching Basil is hand cut from heavy-duty steel plate 2.6ml thick and is finished in a black powder-coated metal finish. He is easily fixed – just decide on what angle you wish Basil to sit and drill a hole at the corresponding angle. Basil come complete with fixing instructions and is packaged in a recyclable box, sitting in a bed of wood wool to empathise with the garden theme. Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! downtoearth Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:29:26 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285402 http://folksy.com/items/3285402 A Garden Metal Bird Ornament Called Brunching Basil Clarissa is a unique, individually handmade metal chicken garden ornament. A perfect gift for chicken lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Clarissa is great fun - her stylised profile will provide a focal point in any garden giving years of enjoyment for both young and old. Clarissa is hand cut from heavy duty 3mm thick steel plate which is burnished and left to oxidise creating a beautiful natural patina over time. She comes complete with two fixing pegs for use in borders or she is quite happy to sit on a hard standing patio all you need are a couple of pebbles to cover the fixing holes and Clarissa has laid eggs!!!! Clarissa’s Measurements are Height 370 mm Width 375 mm approx. Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! PLEASE NOTE THE PRICE IS FOR ONE CLARRISA CHICKEN. downtoearth Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:46:32 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3573414 http://folksy.com/items/3573414 A Metal Chicken Garden Ornament Called Clarissa Bob is a unique, individually handmade metal bird silhouette ideal for a fence or gate post finial or simply to enhance that tree stump that you do not quite know what to do with in your garden. Bob makes a great decorative addition to any garden and he also makes an original but affordable gift for all bird lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Bob is hand cut from heavy-duty steel plate 2.6ml thick and is finished in a black powder-coated metal finish. He is easily fixed – just decide on what angle you wish Bob to sit and drill a hole at the corresponding angle. Bob measures 22cm body length (beak to tail) x 7 cm body depth - Fixing Pin 6.5cm Bob come complete with fixing instructions and is packaged in a recyclable box, sitting in a bed of wood wool to empathise with the garden theme. Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! downtoearth Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:26:52 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2955358 http://folksy.com/items/2955358 A Garden Metal Bird Ornament Called Bob Brenda is a unique, individually handmade metal bird silhouette ideal for a fence or gate post finial or simply to enhance that tree stump that you do not quite know what to do with in your garden. Brenda makes a great decorative addition to any garden and she also makes an original but affordable gift for all bird lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Brenda is hand cut from heavy-duty steel plate 2.6ml thick and is finished in a black powder-coated metal finish. She is easily fixed – just decide on what angle you wish Brenda to sit and drill a hole at the corresponding angle. Brenda – 23cm body length X 8 cm body height Fixing Pin 6.6cm Brenda come complete with fixing instructions and is packaged in a recyclable box, sitting in a bed of wood wool to empathise with the garden theme. Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! downtoearth Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:26:52 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285194 http://folksy.com/items/3285194 A Garden Metal Bird Ornament Called Brenda Gertie is a unique, individually, handmade metal guinea fowl ornament. A perfect gift for gardeners with a sense of humour! Gertie is great fun – her stylised slightly manic profile will provide a focal point in any garden giving years of enjoyment for both young and old. Gertie is hand cut from heavy duty 3mm thick steel plate which is burnished and left to oxidise creating a beautiful natural patina over time. She comes complete with two fixing pegs for use in borders or she is quite happy to sit on a hard standing patio – all you need are a couple of pebbles to cover the fixing holes. Gertie’s Measurements are Height 410 mm Width 220 mm approx Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! PLEASE NOTE THE PRICE IS FOR ONE GERTIE GUINEA FOWL. downtoearth Wed, 08 May 2013 06:09:29 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3573462 http://folksy.com/items/3573462 A Metal Guinea Fowl Garden Ornament called Gertie Beaky is a unique, individually handmade metal bird silhouette ideal for a fence or gate post finial or simply to enhance that tree stump that you do not quite know what to do with in your garden. Beaky makes a great decorative addition to any garden and he also makes an original but affordable gift for all bird lovers and gardeners with a sense of humour! Beaky is hand cut from heavy-duty steel plate 2.6ml thick and is finished in a black powder-coated metal finish. He is easily fixed – just decide on what angle you wish Beaky to sit and drill a hole at the corresponding angle. Beaky - 24 cm body length X 8 cm body height Fixing Pin 6.5cm Beaky come complete with fixing instructions and is packaged in a recyclable box, sitting in a bed of wood wool to empathise with the garden theme. Designed and handmade by Down To Earth in our rural workshop on the Welsh Border. Designed to make you smile! downtoearth Wed, 15 May 2013 11:04:04 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285230 http://folksy.com/items/3285230 A Garden Metal Bird Ornament Called Beaky