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  1. Scrapbooking Store
  2. Art Handcraft
  3. Chamber of Handicrafts
  4. Handicraft Fair
  5. Rustic Furniture Store

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A Brief History of Rustic Ideas. Rustic Ideas was born out of a passion for making bespoke home furnishings from recycled wood. Discover the allure of bespoke gifts and handcrafted home accessories meticulously made in Rugeley. Our creations are a testament to artisanal excellence and dedication to crafting unique pieces. Each item is lovingly handcrafted, reflecting the skilful workmanship rooted in our town. With an unwavering commitment to quality, our collection embodies the artistry and passion infused into every bespoke gift and home accessory.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

18 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over the moon with quality and care!

I am incredibly grateful to Ian. He helped my Fiance find a beautiful handcrafted (by Ian) ring box to propose with!
I am touched that he would be so excited for his customers and it was lovely to see him again at Ingestre Wedding Fayre. Everything is truly crafted to perfection and I will treasure the ring box for many years to come!

17 May 2025
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Reply from Rusticideas

Thank you very kindly for this beautiful review. It was a pleasure and to see the Oak ring box used to propose with. Looking forward to see you all at the Orangery to complete the full circle of marriage. Congratulations to you both

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The quality of this man's work is…

The quality of this man's work is phenomenal. I bought a lamp off him at a show in Staffordshire and there were many stalls there but there was just something about the craftsmanship, dedication, time and love that goes into all his pieces of work. I will be buying from him again.
Every visitor that comes to our house compliments the lamp that was bought from him.

3 March 2024
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Reply from Rusticideas

Mr Kavanagh, was an absolute pleasure meeting you on my stall. So please your guests love this lamp. This Lamp is a one off. There is no other lamp of this shape. This Oak sculptured segment lamp was 5 years in the making, from drying to finish

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service and attention to…

Fantastic service and attention to detail. Ian had worked his magic on a door that had been eaten by my dog! I didn't think it could be fixed but Ian worked his magic and now you wouldn't know anything has happened. I can't recommend him enough

22 January 2025
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Thank you kinley Melanie for the review. Must admit, at first was a bit of a challenge, but we soon came up with a good plan. Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic service

Absolutely fantastic service! I ordered a bespoke sign and it is lovely. Great communication and a wonderful company. I would recommend. Thank you!

24 November 2024
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Kathryn! Was an absolute please. Hope the gift fits well and please, report back. Many thanks for your review and and custom

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful Item

I wanted a unique wooden board to be a part of a table centrepiece and Ian didn’t disappoint. It looks beautiful and the finish is amazing. His site even has information on caring for your item/wood once you have purchased it. Would highly recommend his company.

8 April 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Emma’s Gin

Fantastic service from start to finish! Ian listened to what I required, and followed through to a perfect end product!
Kept in touch throughout, sending videos of the process!
I’ll be back! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

20 March 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

High quality product and service

I ordered an engraved tea light holder from Ian. Throughout the order process, he communicated well and kept us up to date with when it might be ready. The finished product was of high quality - the engraving was clear and the finish smooth. Very happy with the finished product and the service.

16 December 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Oak House Name Plaque

Ian made us a house name plaque in oak. His customer service is excellent, sending photos to make sure it was exactly what we wanted. It is beautiful and we love it and would have no hesitation in recommending him. We wish him every success.

12 May 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In my experience at Rustic Ideas

In my experience at Rustic Ideas. I found Ian extremely well mannered, extremely professional but yet very friendly and approachable, making my house number to my exacting standards. Nothing was to much bother and was willing to try anything on my plaque for me. Achieving what I had only in my imagination he managed to draw it out and engraved it upon my plaque, the overall finished product was ready to take home with me within a matter of two hours. I also found mounting my house number plaque in my chosen position very easy after making a paper template of my plaque. Fixing it in place with the four mountings as supplied.

11 May 2023
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Reply from Rusticideas

Mr Bradshaw. Thank you for the review. Pleases us knowing you are very happy with our service and quality of work. If you like Join our mailing list for special offers and upcoming events, please visit our website. once again, many thanks. Look forward to hearing from you. Ian

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Classic Car Badge Memorabilia

As a classic car owner and a lover of obscure makes sometimes its nice to be able to commission beautiful items with the cars brand on it.
My "Lagonda" keyring and Sign are cut to perfection in the shape of the 1950's wings of Icarus badge.In fact they are things of beauty

23 April 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent unique products with first…

Excellent unique products with first class friendly professional service, would highly recommend and will certainly be purchasing more items.
As an aside Ian also has an ear for good music.

23 April 2023
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Thank you very much for you review. I am trying my very hardest to think of the music you was listening to :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding!

Outstanding!! Ian was able to translate my requests for a bespoke Oak QR code block as well as provide suggestions in a really efficient and professional manner. He also kindly provided my some design proofs for my approval. The finished piece is exactly what I was looking for and finished to the highest quality. Highly recommended!! Thank you !!

16 March 2023
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Emma, This was a very rewarding project. Making the QR code plaque for you was a pleasure. Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A fabulous service with an amazing end…

A fabulous service with an amazing end product. Ian simply cannot do enough to help and will often suggest product ideas we haven’t even considered. I cannot recommend him highly enough and would use him for any of our woodworking ideas and projects. We have been using Ian’s services for two years now and will continue to do so…

2 March 2023
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Reply from Rusticideas

Philippa, it is always a pleasure to create bespoke furnishings for you and Warren at VINX. Thank you kindly for the beautiful review

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fell in love with a bespoke beautifully…

Fell in love with a bespoke beautifully handcrafted clock in solid oak a truly one of a kind piece of art now proudly gracing our home. Ian really has a flare for the unique and unusual pieces, “And I call it Art” that he produces. I would highly recommend Rustic Ideas if your looking for that unique look for your home or garden

29 January 2023
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Reply from Rusticideas

David, thank you so much for your review. So pleased you both love the clock. A one off piece and never be another like. Thank you for you kind word. Ian

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended talented & friendly woodworker

The most beautiful wooden plaque for our new home, bamboo wood engraved beautifully with our names and a special symbol to us. Ian is a brilliant woodworker and such a lovely man, we cannot recommend him enough!

6 December 2022
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Fuchsia. Absolute please making this plaque for your new home. Wishing you both all the very best for the future in your new home. Ian

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely amazing service I would highly recommend

Absolutely amazing service.
I ordered a grazing board and a house sign. Quality and workmanship is unreal.
Highly recommend

2 December 2022
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Reply from Rusticideas

Thank you Neil for your review. Was an absolute pleasure to make the cottage home sign for you. So pleased to hear you like the serving platter too. Hope you have many years entertaining your family and guests with the apple platter. Many thanks
IAN
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent quality hand finished Items we love dealing with Ian

Ian came to see as we had a lovely olive wood piece from one of his markets, he immediately looked at the stands we use for leaflets and also chopping boards and said he could make them out of Oak with our logo! for the Whisky side of the business this was perfect, he hand-delivered the item and they blew us away with the quality, we are now using Ian to supply lots of things at the Mercia spirits Lab.

1 October 2022
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Reply from Rusticideas

Sir, I had so much fun making these for you and we see that you make very good use of them at the Mercia spirits Lab Bishton Hall. Thank you both kindly for the review. Ian

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