Manufacturers of chapel china would send their catalogues to local crockery retailers, who would then allow chapels and individuals to select their requirements. Chapels could have their names included in the decorative artwork, with many size, shape and colour options available. This artwork was made using a copper plate, which was inked and pressed against the crockery prior to a final kiln firing. The original copper plate would then be kept for several years, in the hope that the customer would return for a repeat order.