If you’re the kind of person who spends time obsessing over mugs, and has a cupboard full of ceramic goodies, this blog is especially for you. From 10am on Saturday 4th October, over 40 ceramicists will be offering up to 75% off their end of line stock, samples and seconds! Check out everyone involved on this website from this Saturday 20th September!
Christmas is the perfect excuse to indulge in your love of ceramics (not that we ever really need one!). Whether you’re gifting a one-of-a-kind piece to a friend or treating yourself to something beautiful for the festive table, here are five ceramicists whose work will make your Christmas extra special.
Libby Ballard Ceramics
If you dream of walks by the sea, Libby’s work brings that calm, coastal feeling straight to your kitchen table. Her ceramics are inspired by the shoreline – soft blues, sandy neutrals, and glazes that feel like waves. A set of her mugs or bowls makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves the coast.
Ros Arrowsmith Ceramics
Ros creates beautiful, hand thrown pottery that feels as wonderful to hold as it looks. She specialises in creating tactile surfaces and pieces rich in texture. Her pieces are perfect as a one off occasional bowl (or something special to eat your cereal out of each morning!) – and they are the perfect gift for a ceramics lover!
Rob and Debbie Rivett
Rob and Debbie create beautiful pieces that draw on their huge experience of both artwork and ceramics. They specialise in contemporary porcelain slipware and their work is inspired by nature. Their pieces feel really special and are highly giftable.
Charlotte Miller Ceramics
Charlotte Miller is known for her playful animal designs and kitsch homewares. Think ceramics with personality: mugs to put a smile on your face, cute planters, and statement pieces that are full of charm. For Christmas, her work is perfect for gifting to someone who appreciates something quirky, memorable, and totally unique.
Sister Sister
Sarah, an illustrator based in Shropshire, brings her beautiful art to life through a joyful collection of hand-painted ceramics, ceramic charms, cute pins and tea towels. Sarah’s work is beautifully hand crafted and brimming with personality – and lots of it is the perfect size to be posted as a gift!
Whether you go for the coastal calm of Libby Ballard, the playfulness of Charlotte Miller, or the bold designs of Sister Sister, you’ll be giving an independent gift that shows you really understand the ceramic lover in your life.
Check out all 250 makers involved in Super Seconds Festival on 4th and 5th October by heading to the Maker Line up – available from Saturday 20th August!