Glass flames to commemorate loved ones

Worcester Cathedral has teamed up with Stourbridge-based glass artist Allister Malcolm to design an exclusive special edition of individually hand-crafted pieces to remember and celebrate lost loved ones.

Designed to be symbolic and poignant permanent reminders that the memory of loved ones lives on forever, these Perpetual Flame pieces are for sale in support of the Cathedral. Each Flame is unique and made using Allister’s signature style of hot sculpting techniques, encasing cane work, glittering gold and colour.

Allister explained, “I really enjoy working on projects that allow our glass to be appreciated by different audiences. It was an honour to be approached to develop something unique for the Cathedral. The idea of creating something inspired by the process of lighting a votive really appealed to me.”

The Interim Dean of Worcester, The Reverend Canon Dr Stephen Edwards, said: “Every day, in the Cathedral, hundreds of candles are lit as a sign of prayer, remembrance and thanksgiving. Lighting a candle in memory of someone we have loved and lost is a meaningful way to remember and honour their life and the time we spent with them.”

The Cathedral’s fundraising director, Cathy Sloan, commented, “We are so excited to be working with Allister, whose work can be seen in galleries worldwide. Allister is well-known for his glass art and for his appearances as a mentor on the TV series Make It at Market. Allister also shares our passion for the environment and sustainability, making him the perfect partner for this project, as his studio moves towards increasingly sustainable practices.”

A selection of the limited edition Perpetual Flame pieces are currently on display in the Cathedral’s Nave for visitors to enjoy.

For more details about purchasing a Flame, click here.

Worcester Cathedral is at 8 College Yard, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2LA, UK.