About our small business
Whispers of Wood was established in 2016 with a range of handmade chopping and serving boards for kitchen and entertaining use.
Some customers shared that they were concerned that their steel knives would damage their beautifully made board. So, designer and craftsman John created a range of wooden bladed knives to solve their dilemma!
Whispers of Wood wooden bladed knives are great for all sorts of food - cheese, charcuterie, bread, soft fruit and vegetables.
Whilst doing little or no damage to your special kitchen/serving boards, they are also light, strong, stylish, handmade and safe to use.
The ever evolving range of wooden bladed knives, designed to be functional pieces of art, are purchased not only for their practicality but for their innovation and intrigue. They are commonly purchased as special occasion gifts for cheese lovers and lovers of fine things.
We regularly update and innovate our product range in line with current trends and demand. We hope that you can take some time to explore our online shop or visit a store or event near you where our products can be seen in person.
Recognition for the Business and our products
In 2017 John was promoted on Youtube, in store and on bilboards by Square for his use of their innovative card reader, showcasing the impact it had on our business. The Youtube clip had over 2 million hits!!
In 2018 we were selected by Theo Paphitis (ex Dragons Den) to win his #Small Business Sunday award - as only 1% of applicants are chosen, we were pretty chuffed.
In 2019 we were awarded a showcasing opportunity at the Autumn Fair held at the NEC in Birmingham as part of 12 #SBS businesses which led to our products being sold in retail stores across the country.
In 2020 our uniquely designed wooden bladed cheese knife received a Highly Commended Gift of the Year Award from The Giftware Association.
We are so proud of our achievements in such a short time. We thank you - our customers for your continued support and enthusiasm towards our products.
Some customers shared that they were concerned that their steel knives would damage their beautifully made board. So, designer and craftsman John created a range of wooden bladed knives to solve their dilemma!
Whispers of Wood wooden bladed knives are great for all sorts of food - cheese, charcuterie, bread, soft fruit and vegetables.
Whilst doing little or no damage to your special kitchen/serving boards, they are also light, strong, stylish, handmade and safe to use.
The ever evolving range of wooden bladed knives, designed to be functional pieces of art, are purchased not only for their practicality but for their innovation and intrigue. They are commonly purchased as special occasion gifts for cheese lovers and lovers of fine things.
We regularly update and innovate our product range in line with current trends and demand. We hope that you can take some time to explore our online shop or visit a store or event near you where our products can be seen in person.
Recognition for the Business and our products
In 2017 John was promoted on Youtube, in store and on bilboards by Square for his use of their innovative card reader, showcasing the impact it had on our business. The Youtube clip had over 2 million hits!!
In 2018 we were selected by Theo Paphitis (ex Dragons Den) to win his #Small Business Sunday award - as only 1% of applicants are chosen, we were pretty chuffed.
In 2019 we were awarded a showcasing opportunity at the Autumn Fair held at the NEC in Birmingham as part of 12 #SBS businesses which led to our products being sold in retail stores across the country.
In 2020 our uniquely designed wooden bladed cheese knife received a Highly Commended Gift of the Year Award from The Giftware Association.
We are so proud of our achievements in such a short time. We thank you - our customers for your continued support and enthusiasm towards our products.
The man behind the business....
Hi everyone, Whispers of Wood is me - John. I am involved in all aspects of the business from making to selling.
I design and hand make products which I think will be useful and functional but as the same time look appealing. Why not make the mundane into the wonderful!
My products are sometimes experimental and often come from feedback and ideas from friends and customers.
I love talking to people about my products and their ideas of how to use them. My greatest joy comes from hearing about how people love to use the things I have made. I passionately believe that my products are the best cheese knives available and the wooden boards I make are as individual as their maker!
I have lived and worked in three countries and love the diversity of culture which we have in the world today. I believe that using sustainable products in our everyday lives can be both enjoyable and befitting of our hopes to protect the wonderful world in which we live.
Hope to see you soon.
John.
I design and hand make products which I think will be useful and functional but as the same time look appealing. Why not make the mundane into the wonderful!
My products are sometimes experimental and often come from feedback and ideas from friends and customers.
I love talking to people about my products and their ideas of how to use them. My greatest joy comes from hearing about how people love to use the things I have made. I passionately believe that my products are the best cheese knives available and the wooden boards I make are as individual as their maker!
I have lived and worked in three countries and love the diversity of culture which we have in the world today. I believe that using sustainable products in our everyday lives can be both enjoyable and befitting of our hopes to protect the wonderful world in which we live.
Hope to see you soon.
John.
See more of our products and where you can find us via our social media links.
Facebook & Twitter or Instagram.
See more of our products and where you can find us via our social media links.
Facebook & Twitter or Instagram.
