StoneMadCrafts
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
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With two decades of experience I carve a wealth of ancient designs on Scottish Stone. Everything is carved by hand and each piece is unique. I carve thousands of different designs, mainly Bronze age - Iron age Celtic, Viking, Pictish but I am in no way restricted to these spheres. I also carve Stone Mad Collectables, which are one off figurines each with a wee story attached.
Please note I have written a book about the runes, if you are interested please follow the link. Thanks.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stone-Mad-Runes-Drinking-Origins-ebook/dp/B087DWNG9M/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=stone+mad+runes&qid=1588623461&sr=8-1
Announcement
With two decades of experience I carve a wealth of ancient designs on Scottish Stone. Everything is carved by hand and each piece is unique. I carve thousands of different designs, mainly Bronze age - Iron age Celtic, Viking, Pictish but I am in no way restricted to these spheres. I also carve Stone Mad Collectables, which are one off figurines each with a wee story attached.
Please note I have written a book about the runes, if you are interested please follow the link. Thanks.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stone-Mad-Runes-Drinking-Origins-ebook/dp/B087DWNG9M/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=stone+mad+runes&qid=1588623461&sr=8-1
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Lauren on 11 May, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis rune set is so beautifully made. The stones have a wonderful feel and I am so pleased with the quality and skill that was put into creating them. Thank you!
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Andy on 11 May, 2021
5 out of 5 starsExcellent piece of artwork. Very pleased with my incense pyramid stand.
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Judith on 09 May, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWonderful as always, arrived very quickly and I really like this palm stone type of carving for altar, or to carry with one. Will be treasured, thanks.
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Stella on 09 May, 2021
5 out of 5 starsIve ordered 3 seperate peices from this Artist..all arrived quickly and are beautiful.
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rannochmuir on 01 May, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLove your work! This is the second of your pieces I've purchased, and certainly not the last.
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Tania on 01 May, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis stone is so smooth and soft to the touch. I love holding it in my hand and meditating on the beauty, strength and majesty of this stag. Very helpful in these difficult times. Thank you for this wonderful creation and the sweet little thank you note!
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paekbl on 29 Apr, 2021
5 out of 5 starsSuch a lovely trio.Love collecting his Goddess works.Thank U
About StoneMadCrafts
Stone Mad and Beyond
I'm self-taught and I began carving stone as a kid. There was some compulsion, to scratch and mould bits of stone, that I found locally. Years later, while I lived in Ireland, I needed to find a way to support myself, and I began painting rocks. Very quickly this turned to carving, using screwdrivers and nails.
It was a bit of an outlaw endeavour to be honest. I would set up on Patrick's Street, in Cork, and sell my carvings - often having to run from the local cops. In my wayward youth I found I could take my art with me, because all I needed were my tools and, essentially, what I was doing was drawing into stone.
Fast forward twenty years and I got licenses to trade on the streets of Edinburgh, began visiting markets, festivals and, since Covid hit, I've been growing my online presence. Even after twenty-something years, I'm still learning and there's always new skill to be found, whether it be in carving or in business.
The best thing about stone Mad crafts is that everything I make is different, because I freehand the designs onto the stone. I like keeping that way. I've no notions of expansion, there's no point. There's only so much I can carve :>
I pride myself on collecting images from ancient reference, but not only that, I research because I want to know about the designs, so I can relate this information to my customers. In this respect I'm working on some books ideas. I already have an honest rune book on amazon (Stone Mad Runes) and my wee Book of Symbols is still on my Etsy shop page. But I have other projects in mind too.
Also, if you're interested I run a wee blog that examines many of the designs and their meanings. The link for this can be found in the shop link.
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Stone Mad Dave
Owner
I've been carving stone and travelling for twenty years. I love what I do and I think that shows in my work. I'm influenced by history and symbology, but also create my own work too. My Blog of symbol meanings: https://madstonecrafts.blogspot.com
Shop policies
Over the 15 years of my carving career I have amassed my own collection of ancient designs. These have been culled from various resources over the years. I like to carve different designs to reflect the unique quality of each piece.
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I don't accept returns, exchanges or cancellations
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Additional policies and FAQs
For any questions or queries please contact me at via Etsy - don't worry, I'm very approachable and willing to answer your stone related questions.