Bud Vase by MacMaster
Bud Vase by MacMaster
$110.00
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The Bud Vase is MacMaster's smallest sculpture: nested arches of curved oak or walnut that cradle a slim glass tube, made to show off a single stem. The smooth, organic curves bring the grain of the timber to the fore, so the vase is as much a small artwork as a vessel.
Designed and handmade by Alex MacMaster in Worcestershire, it comes in two sizes, with the glass vessel included.
“Where timber becomes art.”
The Design Story
Alex shaped the Bud Vase around one idea: give a single flower the setting it deserves. Layers of thin timber are bent into concentric arches that stand on their own feet, and the glass tube sits within them, so the stem appears to rise straight out of the wood.
The form is simple, but the curves are what make it striking: light slides along each arch and picks out the figure of the grain. Use it with a fresh bloom, with dried stems, or even as a diffuser for a permanent display. The timber comes only from FSC and PEFC certified suppliers.
About the Designer
Alex MacMaster founded MacMaster Design in 2009 on a simple belief: that the objects we live with every day deserve the care usually kept for fine art. He works from a studio in the Worcestershire countryside, at The Guildings in Trimpley near Bewdley, and designs and builds each piece himself, from the first sketch to the final finish.
His work draws on Art Deco geometry, the organic forms of plants and flowers, and the quiet beauty of timber grain. Design, development, making and packing all happen under one roof, and offcuts from one range feed the next, so very little goes to waste. MacMaster pieces now light private homes, luxury hotels and flagship stores across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Why You'll Love It
It turns one stem from the garden into a moment. The Bud Vase is small enough for a bedside table, a desk or a kitchen windowsill, yet it has real presence, especially in a pair or a line of three. Walnut brings richness and contrast to bright petals; oak gives a light, Scandinavian feel. It is also a beautiful handmade gift, ready to use straight from the box.
Where It's Best Placed
Place it where it will be seen up close: a bedside table, a desk, a bathroom shelf or a dining table set for two. Line several along a mantelpiece or a long table for a gallery effect, or mix oak and walnut for contrast.
Product Details
| Designer | Alex MacMaster |
|---|---|
| Type | Bud vase, single stem |
| Materials | Oak or walnut from FSC and PEFC certified suppliers; glass vessel |
| Finishes | Oak, Walnut |
| Sizes | Standard, Large |
| Standard size | Height 18 cm / 7.1 in (with glass), width 14 cm / 5.5 in, depth 5 cm / 2 in |
| Included | Glass vessel |
| Made in | Worcestershire, England 🇬🇧 |
Sizes, Finishes and SKUs
| Oak, Standard | LM-MCM-BUD-VASE-STD-OAK |
|---|---|
| Oak, Large | LM-MCM-BUD-VASE-LG-OAK |
| Walnut, Standard | LM-MCM-BUD-VASE-STD-WAL |
| Walnut, Large | LM-MCM-BUD-VASE-LG-WAL |
Recognition
The MacMaster studio has been awarded five-star tradestand honours by the Royal Horticultural Society at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2019, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 and 2026, at RHS Hampton Court Palace in 2025, and at RHS Sandringham and RHS Badminton in 2026. These awards recognise the studio's exhibits as a whole.
Questions We Hear Most
Who makes the MacMaster Bud Vase?
Alex MacMaster designs and handmakes the Bud Vase in his workshop in Worcestershire, England, using oak or walnut from FSC and PEFC certified suppliers.
Is the glass vessel included with the Bud Vase?
Yes. Every Bud Vase comes with its glass vessel, which sits inside the timber arches and holds the water and stem.
What size is the Bud Vase?
The Standard size is 18 cm (7.1 in) tall including the glass, 14 cm (5.5 in) wide and 5 cm (2 in) deep. A Large size is also made for a bolder single stem.
What flowers suit the Bud Vase?
It is made for a single stem or a small posy: a rose, a tulip, sweet peas or a sprig of greenery. It also works beautifully with dried stems, or as a diffuser for a permanent display.
Does the Bud Vase make a good gift?
It does. It is small, handmade and arrives ready to use with its glass vessel, so it suits housewarmings, birthdays and thank-yous. Choose oak for a light look or walnut for a richer one.
How long does a handmade Bud Vase take to arrive?
Every Bud Vase is made to order by hand in Worcestershire, England. Allow about 4 to 8 weeks for it to be bent, assembled and finished in the workshop, plus shipping to you. It is worth the short wait for a piece made just for you.
Shipping Info
| Lead Time | Made to order by hand: about 4 to 8 weeks in the workshop, then shipped to you |
|---|---|
| Ships From | Worcestershire, England 🇬🇧 |
Free shipping within the U.S. for orders over $100. Because each piece is made for you by hand, it is final sale: one more reason it will be built with real care.
Shipping & Returns
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Because many of our pieces are made to order or specially sourced, most items are considered final sale.
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