Croi Concrete

The Concrete Journal

Making stories, care guides, gift ideas and interior inspiration for small handmade concrete homeware from our studio in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Gifting
Gift Guide: Concrete Homeware Essentials for UK Housewarmings
Practical handmade gift ideas for new homes, from concrete planters to coaster sets and desk pieces.
12 May 2026
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Planters
How to Choose the Right Concrete Planter for Your Space
A clear guide to choosing small concrete plant pots for shelves, desks, windowsills and compact UK homes.
11 May 2026
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Planters
Concrete Planters for Indoor Plants: A Small-Space UK Guide
The best indoor plants for concrete pots, with practical advice for succulents, herbs and compact houseplants.
10 May 2026
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Workspace
Desk Setup for Productivity: Concrete Accessories for a Calm Home Office
Simple ways to use concrete desk accessories, small planters and coasters to make a home office feel calmer.
9 May 2026
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Small Spaces
Styling a Small UK Kitchen with Concrete Homeware
How to use small concrete planters, coasters and simple accessories in compact kitchens without adding clutter.
8 May 2026
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Small Spaces
Small Space Living Ideas with Concrete Homeware
Compact styling ideas for flats, shelves, desks and rented rooms using small handmade concrete pieces.
7 May 2026
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Renting
Concrete Homeware for UK Rental Properties
Deposit-friendly ways to personalise rented homes with planters, coasters and movable concrete accents.
6 May 2026
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Buying Guide
Concrete vs Ceramic Homeware: Which Is Right for Your Home?
A practical comparison of concrete and ceramic for planters, coasters and small handmade homeware.
5 May 2026
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Sustainability
Sustainable Concrete Homeware for Eco-Friendly UK Living
A grounded look at why small, durable, handmade concrete homeware can be a more considered purchase.
4 May 2026
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Styling
How to Create a Minimalist Sanctuary with Concrete Homeware
Calm, minimal styling ideas using concrete planters, coasters and handmade accents without making a room feel cold.
3 May 2026
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Planters
How to Style a Minimalist Concrete Plant Display in a Small Apartment
A compact plant display guide for flats, shelves and windowsills using small concrete planters.
2 May 2026
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Gifting
Concrete Gifts for Weddings, Anniversaries and Special Occasions
Thoughtful ways to give handmade concrete homeware for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and milestone moments.
1 May 2026
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Seasonal
Christmas and Holiday Concrete Home Decor Ideas for UK Homes
Festive styling and gift ideas using concrete coasters, planters and handmade accents that still work after Christmas.
30 April 2026
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Gifting
The Complete Guide to Buying Handmade Gifts in the UK
Why handmade gifts matter, where to find them, and how to choose something that will actually mean something.
8 April 2026
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Buying Guide
Concrete Planters vs Ceramic Planters: Which Is Right for You?
An honest comparison of weight, porosity, durability and aesthetics to help you choose the right indoor planter.
5 April 2026
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Sustainability
Is Concrete Sustainable? The Truth About Eco-Friendly Homeware
Concrete gets a bad reputation for sustainability. But for small-scale handmade homeware, the picture is more nuanced.
1 April 2026
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Making
How We Make Every Piece: The Concrete Casting Process
From mixing to finishing - a behind-the-scenes look at how each piece is individually hand-poured in our Newcastle studio.
15 March 2026
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Care
How to Care for Your Concrete Homeware
Concrete is tough, but it needs a little attention to stay looking its best. Everything you need to know.
2 March 2026
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Gift Guide
5 Unique Concrete Gifts for People Who Have Everything
Struggling to find a gift that's genuinely different? Here are five pieces that are thoughtful, lasting, and unlike anything from the high street.
18 February 2026
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Inspiration
The Minimal Home: How Concrete Works in Every Room
Concrete's natural palette makes it one of the most versatile materials for interior styling. Room by room.
5 February 2026
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Newcastle
Made in Newcastle: Why Where We Make Matters
Croi Concrete is rooted in Newcastle upon Tyne. Here's what that means for how we work, and why local making is worth celebrating.
20 January 2026
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