Our Craft
Woodenhope makes wooden crosses and Bible covers by hand in Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity — slowly, carefully, and with respect for the faith they serve.
Made by hand
Each piece begins as a plank of natural wood. Our craftsmen cut, carve and sand every cross and cover by hand, then finish it with natural oils and wax. The grain, the small marks of the tools and the warmth of the wood make every piece one of a kind.
Materials
We work in solid Armenian walnut — a dense, warm hardwood that takes fine carving and darkens beautifully with age — and in honey-coloured apricot wood, the traditional wood of Armenian craft. No veneers, no plastic.
From our workshop to your home
Our pieces wait in warehouses in the USA and Europe so they reach you within days. Some special items ship to the USA directly from our workshop in Armenia.
Caring for wood
- Dust with a soft, dry cloth.
- Keep away from direct heat and prolonged sunlight.
- Once or twice a year, wipe with a little natural wood oil or beeswax.