A Long Journey Of Passion and Patience
onlymadebyhand.com (OMBH Homeware & Gifts)
Though Onlymadebyhand.com (OMBH homeware) is based in Sunderland (UK), we are a UK - Vietnam family business created since 2015 from interests of family and friends toward wooden lacquers brought to the UK from Vietnam. Our lacquerware work is a family history involved 4 generation over 50 years starting from small objects as spools, chopsticks, then growing over the year with expertise in lacquer techniques and variety of products. In the old age when Vietnam was very poor place, the lacquer oil was produced by our own hands grinding cashew nuts to powders before cooking to extract its oil for lacquer painting. The image of our grandfather sitting on small stool to dip every single chopstick in the lacquer oil, then paint every bamboo leaves on the items has been always the memory imprinted in our minds.
Throughout the years, from a small workshop making simple objects to support the family, we have learnt and grown so much sophisticated expertise in lacquerware employing eggshell, seashell, silver and gold leaves for the work. Above all the skilful techniques, it is the passion and the patience that we put into every stages of the work to maintain our authenticity. That is quality, beauty and uniqueness of each item.
From inherence of traditional lacquerware techniques on solid wood, we have also developed our own states empowering vibrant colours onto products and/or diversify various shapes and styles. Beyond that, OMBH has collaborated with artisan and manufactures in Vietnam working on bamboo wares and coconut wares. The eco friendly business vision is further developed using these recycled materials as coconut shells and sustainable source such as bamboo. Throughout the years with growing interests from customers and the trend of eco friendly lifestyle, our product has increased into various homeware ranges from bamboo placemats, wooden tray, bowl and plates, coasters, lampshades to metal vehicle models and greeting cards. with over 300 items on sale.
The Philosophy Behind Of Making Process
Our family's commitment to sustainability began with our grandfather. Long before the term 'eco-friendly' existed, he crafted beautiful objects using only natural materials found in his surroundings, such as recycled wood and eggshells. Even the lacquer oil was handmade from cashew nuts. His dedication to creating lasting, high-quality pieces was instilled in us from the start.
Our grandfather believed in transforming discarded materials into stunning, functional products. We share this vision, striving to create items that enrich people's lives while minimizing our environmental impact. Our products are designed to be enjoyed for years, and when their time comes, they can be returned to the earth to decompose naturally.
This philosophy of respecting and giving back to nature, just as a circle of life is the cornerstone of our business. We are grateful for the natural resources that inspire our work.
Our Journey in the UK
Living and working around Europe and mainly UK for number of years, I have had opportunity of embracing western and contemporary decoration and designs. That has been input into the design of our lacquer ware, leading to collections of homeware products in unique style and vibrant colours which are not common and require much more attention in lacquerware work..
OMBH products have been sold dominantly in the UK as the base of our store, but also shipped to over 20 countries from Australia to USA and Europe. Over the years, the products and customer service have been well received by many customers reflecting over reviews and feedbacks which can be seen in the testimonial page
After 5 years of business based on different online platforms, the store has now created its own website onlymadebyhand.com where it gives us a direct interface and contact with customers through our exclusive products, sale, information and communication. New website but not new in the business, OMBH strives for introducing more exciting handmade products made in Vietnam to UK, Europe and the work with our excellent customer care
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What makes OMBH different
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OMBH homeware are seemingly a fusion of oriental making process and contemporary style, design and colours to enhance the decoration and display any home, any corners or perfect as gift
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Products are purely and skilfully made by hand of Vietnamese artisan and villagers using traditional processes. Our product are only imported from Vietnam
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Products are made of sustainable wood sources such as bamboo or recycled wood (coconut) and metal (iron) which are again recycled and biodegradable
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OMBH involves from designs to finish stages making its product distinctive with style and quality
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Product are given in much details and pictures to provide clear information as well as instant customer support for any inquiry
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Excellent customer services from ordering to after sale proven by positive track record over the years
The Team
OMBH homeware team is a family members working hard in every steps from Vietnam to UK in order to bring to customers with fine quality products and caring customer service throughout. The products and provided services have proven a good track records shown in testimonial pages
