{"product_id":"sand-ceremony-complete-kit-hourglass","title":"Sand Ceremony Complete Kit - Hourglass","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA sand ceremony is a symbolic ritual often performed during weddings or other celebrations. It involves pouring sand from separate containers into a single vessel, representing the merging of two lives or families into one. The blending of the sand symbolises the unity and commitment between the individuals involved.  It's your opportunity to personalise your ceremony and create a keepsake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn this kit you will receive:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003eAn hourglass and wooden base stand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003eThe number of chosen 'individual bottles' with sand (these have shrink-wrapped plastic over the cork for transport, so please remove for your ceremony. Although they have perforations, sometimes scissors is easier!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003eMini funnel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"\u003eChoice of closures - bung \u0026amp; stickers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e• Main Blending Bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSmall - 15cm x 6.5cm x 6.5cm (H x W x L) Designed for 2-5 people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMedium - 18.5cm x 6.5cm x 6.5cm (H x W x L) Designed for up to 8 people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLarge - 21.5cm x 8cm x 8cm (H x W x L) Designed for up to 20 people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e• Individual Bottles\/Sand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer person\/per pour, 10ml\/25ml\/125ml (125ml large only) with coloured sand  - 45 colours available, or for a limited time only glitter sand available (red, pink, purple, green, blue, black) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note the glitter 'clings' to the sides when turned - see image. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e• Mini Funnel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA plastic white\/clear funnel will be included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSmall bung and\/or stickers to close\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlease note: These are custom made decorative items, and not designed to be used as timers and do not measure time once filled. Please supervise children. Hourglasses are not designed to be filled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eUnderstanding Sand Density\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eNot all sands are created equal. Our coloured sands generally come in two different grain sizes \u003cb\u003e0.2mm (fine)\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e0.5mm (medium),\u003c\/b\u003e some are in between.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBecause finer grains are ground more, 100g of 0.2mm sand will take up more space than 100g of 0.5mm sand. In other words, you’ll receive the same weight, but the volume will vary depending on the texture you choose. See the example picture in the listing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e0.2mm (fine)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e – smooth, silky texture, sits higher in the jar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e0.5mm (medium)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e – slightly coarser, fills less space for the same weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBoth blend beautifully and are perfect for symbolic ceremonies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlease note sand colours may differ slightly due to the manufacturer process and availability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eI do not manufacture the sand; it is sourced from various locations across Europe and the UK. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlease be aware that this sand is for decorative purposes only and not designed as play stand for children. There have been various dyes used to create the variety of colours I offer so be careful as they may stain clothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePersonalisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThere is an option to personalise the wooden base, please choose this option should you wish this.  There is an additional fee for personalisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA mock-up of your design is sent prior to dispatch for approval.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e__\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIf you have any questions, or wish to discuss creating your perfect kit, please get in touch.  I would love to create something totally unique to you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFor the perfect sand ceremony experience, I suggest not transferring the sand from the airtight bags to the individual glass bottles until the day of your ceremony, air moisture can affect sand texture and its performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlease do check your kit thoroughly when you receive it.  I know these kits may not be used for several months after purchase.  Unfortunately, any claims of damage months after storage cannot be rectified. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAs with all glass products small air bubbles and minor imperfection may appear but will not distract from the bottles once filled. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAll measurements are approximates. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDelivery -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eI am UK based and I aim to ship non-personalised orders within 2 working days of receiving the order, and personalised orders within a week - depending on the time of year, demand, and how quickly you approve the mock-up stages. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIt will be shipped with a tracking number, usually with Royal Mail 48hrs tracking. Please do reach out if needed urgently, and I will accommodate if able. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThese are glass and are well packaged, but please check the bottle(s) for any issues as soon as you receive it, as claims to damage further down the line may not be able to be rectified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlease note shipping costs also cover the packaging materials and not just the cost of postage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFor international shipments, you may be charged additional fees, such as import fees, taxes, and duties.  This issue is fully regulated by the authorities of your country. All additional costs related to delivery are paid by the buyer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIf you have any questions, please contact me anytime and I will do my best to resolve any issues as quickly as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wedding Ceremony Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51542241739050,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/5408\/3882\/files\/WeddingCeremonySupplies-RJMPhotography-49_a18faa05-cea6-475a-a68f-f6d6c319e570.jpg?v=1778830998","url":"https:\/\/www.weddingceremonysupplies.co.uk\/products\/sand-ceremony-complete-kit-hourglass","provider":"Wedding Ceremony Supplies Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}