slate coasters - set of 4

by Sean Tice and Kristy Hadeka

Handmade

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the story

Slated for Success

Created by Brooklynites (and self-described foodies) Sean Tice and Kristy Hadeka, Brooklyn Slate Company sources their gorgeous pieces of natural slate from Kristy's third-generation family quarry in upstate New York. After using the material as trivets and cheese plates in their own home, the duo discovered that this distinctive, organic surface also makes a stunning and practical resting spot for hot and cold drinks. Each unique red or charcoal colored drink rest is backed with anti-slip padded cork rounds, which help protect surfaces from unsightly scratches. Slate pieces are cut and cleaned by hand and possess a one-of-a-kind natural edge for an eye-catching blend of the rustic and refined. Handmade in Brooklyn, New York.

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details

Handmade

Item ID: 23005
Made from: slate
Measurements: 4" square
Notes: Condensation rings and crumbs wipe off easily with a damp sponge or towel.

the maker

Sean Tice and Kristy Hadeka

After visiting Parsons graduate students' Kristy Hadeka's family slate quarry in upstate New York in the spring of 2009, her and Brooklyn graphic designer grabbed a few pieces for use as all purpose boards back home in Brooklyn. They found a number of purposes for the slate - as trivets for tea kettles and hot dishes to coasters for beers - and began gifting pieces to friends. The response was so overwhelmingly positive that the two struck out to produce a line of slate products.

They now make regular trips to their family quarry in upstate New York to hand pick our favorite pieces of black and red slate. Some of their slate is sourced from the quarry "graveyard", or collection of odd shaped pieces that were ultimately destined to be ground for use as road cover or baseball diamonds.

They then transport the pieces to their=r studio in Red Hook, Brooklyn, where they do additional cutting and clean the stone to be food safe. In order to achieve the rough look of their unfinished pieces, they chip the edges with a slate cutter and other tools.

They finally assemble the packaging in small batches. Every single piece of packaging that comes with their products - from the envelope to the burlap bag - can be repurposed for other uses.

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