A traditional remedy in Switzerland, cherry stone pillows have been used for hundreds of years to provide hot and cold therapy for aches and pains.

Filled with cherry stones reclaimed from the jam making industry, these versatile pillows gently mould to the contours of the body.

Once warm, the cherry stones will radiate moist heat to soothe and comfort sore muscles, joint pain and cramps, or even just instant relief for chilled feet and hands.  Or try cold to relieve inflammation, headaches and hot flushes.

These cherry stone pillows are handmade from organic cotton at the Soap Folk studio in the Stroud Valleys.

Unscented but when warm the cherry stones will release a gentle and natural aroma.

See our full range of Soap Folk here.

How to use

For a damp heat lightly moisten your pillow by sprinkling a few drops of water before placing in the microwave, and the pillow will release moisture during use.

To use cold: wrap in a towel or place in a cloth bag to keep the pillow clean and place in fridge or freezer for 1 hour. To minimise risk of freezer-burn avoid placing the cold pillow directly onto skin; a towel offers a protective barrier.

ONLY heat in the microwave and do not overheat. As microwave models can vary it is important to start with the minimum amount of time necessary to heat your pillow, and to stay with the microwave whilst heating:

Less than 800w - 1  minutes 30 seconds; 800 - 1000w - 1 minute 

• Ensure your pillow is clean and undamaged, if your pillow becomes damaged, do not reheat or use again.
• Place the pillow flat in the centre of a clean turntable plate which can rotate freely, and stay with the microwave whilst heating.

•Take care when removing the pillow from the microwave. 

•Once heated do not put the pillow under covers or blankets as it will continue to heat. Allow the pillow to cool to room temperature before re-heating.

As the cherry stone pillow can get very hot it is not recommended for children under 36 months.