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Our imperfect, small batch pottery studio

Purchasing a set of handmade dishware is different from purchasing a set of manufactured dishware. With that in mind, we want to get really honest about what you can expect when you order from us as well as what you’ll notice (and hopefully appreciate) about buying handmade. 

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A Very Simple Wares Thanksgiving 

Isn't it interesting how items can help carry our memories? A necklace isn't just a necklace when it belonged to your beloved Grandmother. And when that necklace is passed down to you, it becomes a link to your heritage, to your memories of your Grandmother and your love for her. The fact that it was hers is what makes the necklace special. Hopefully without sounding too self-important, that is one of our hopes for this line of pottery. That these pieces will grow with you and and become fixtures in your home. That your children will remember the Morning Mug as "Dad's mug," and they'll feel connected to you and when they use it (and feel a healthy bit of fear too, because hey, it's Dad's mug...

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It's so nice to meet you.

For us, small batch pottery it’s a perfect combination of loves. We're a husband and wife team who truly enjoy working together (we actually met at work!). We also think there’s something special about craftsmanship developed over years of working at something specific. We admire and aspire to be people who faithfully and quietly plod at our piece of land, trying to produce the best fruit we can.  We also love home, food, and hosting. But spoiler alert: we are not fancy people. So no fuss dinnerware we feel comfortable using and can then throw in the dishwasher (i.e. not the wedding china your Mom has in her hutch) is absolutely what we are about.  Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, we are...

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