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THE RUSH STOOL | Summerfield + Scott

£115.00

A contemporary take on the traditional milking stool, made in solid hardwood with a hand-woven rush seat by Summerfield + Scott in Northamptonshire.

Small in stature but surprisingly useful, its pared-back timber frame is topped with rush harvested and prepared by hand, then woven in the workshop using traditional techniques. Each stool is made individually, with variations in the timber grain, colour and rush weave giving every piece its own character.

Designed to move around the house and find its own purpose — beside the bath, next to a bed, as a footstool or a seat for smaller members of the household. A familiar piece of country furniture, reconsidered for the contemporary home.

Lead time

2 weeks. Please get in touch should you have any urgent requirements and we will accomodate what we can. 

Made to order

Each piece is made to order and so we are able to produce this stool in bespoke dimensions and finishes. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements: hq@notswolds

A contemporary take on the traditional milking stool, made in solid hardwood with a hand-woven rush seat by Summerfield + Scott in Northamptonshire.

Small in stature but surprisingly useful, its pared-back timber frame is topped with rush harvested and prepared by hand, then woven in the workshop using traditional techniques. Each stool is made individually, with variations in the timber grain, colour and rush weave giving every piece its own character.

Designed to move around the house and find its own purpose — beside the bath, next to a bed, as a footstool or a seat for smaller members of the household. A familiar piece of country furniture, reconsidered for the contemporary home.

Lead time

2 weeks. Please get in touch should you have any urgent requirements and we will accomodate what we can. 

Made to order

Each piece is made to order and so we are able to produce this stool in bespoke dimensions and finishes. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements: hq@notswolds

British craftsmanship

Summerfield + Scott's workshop sits in the heart of what was once a thriving rush-working region. For centuries, rushes from the rivers and wetlands of Northamptonshire were harvested and woven into the chairs, baskets and matting used in homes across the county and beyond.

Today, Charlie and Flora Scott are bringing the material back into local furniture making. Rush is harvested by hand from the River Ise, less than a mile from their studio, and woven using traditional techniques to create furniture with a distinctly contemporary character.

Rooted in the landscape and traditions of the area, their work gives this centuries-old craft a new expression, reimagining rush furniture for a new generation of British homes.

    • Handcrafted to order in Northamptonshire

    • Hand-woven rush seat

    • Bespoke dimensions available on request

    • Dimensions

      • Height: 28cm

      • Width: 28.5cm

      • Depth: 28.5cm

  • Based in rural Northamptonshire, Flora and Charlie Scott restore antique and vintage furniture using traditional techniques and thoughtful repair.

    Through The Rush Project, they are helping to champion the heritage craft of rush weaving for a new generation. Their contemporary collection of handcrafted rush-seated furniture celebrates the beauty, practicality and sustainability of this centuries-old skill through pieces designed for modern living.

    • Wipe the frame with a soft, slightly damp cloth; avoid harsh cleaning products.

    • Dust or gently vacuum the rush seat using a soft brush attachment.

    • Avoid soaking the rush or allowing water to sit on the seat.

    • Keep away from direct sources of heat, which can dry out natural rush.

    • As a natural material, the rush will mellow in colour and develop character with age.

  • Each piece is made to order, please allow 2 weeks for production.

    Should you have any urgent requirements, do get in touch and we will accomodate where we can. 


  • Standard Delivery Charge: £10.00.

    For US and international delivery enquiries, please contact hq@notswolds.com and we will be happy to provide a shipping quote.

  • We hope you will be delighted with your order.

    We’re happy to offer a 14 day cancellation period from the date your order is received.