One of my home decor splurges in recent years has been handmade ceramics. This past year has made me appreciate the quality of unique, one-of-a-kind work even more. And I love that ceramics combine art and function into pieces you can both use and treasure. Here are 18 of my favorites who create the most stunning pieces…
Top row: Ceramicism, Lily Glass, From Tree to Sea*
2nd row: Julia Ballenger, Pomelo Casa, Knotwork LA*
3rd row: Lolly Lolly Ceramics*, Rami Kim Studio*, Deepblack Design*
4th row: Mud Witch*, Om Ceramic*, Concrete Geometric*
5th row: A Ways Away, Eliana Bernard*, Uno Ichi*
6th row: Freckled Pottery, Balcony Ceramics*, Rare Bird
One thing to keep in mind with most of these makers…everything is limited edition and sells fast. They are often one person making ALL of the pieces. So if you see that items are sold out, subscribe to their email list and follow them on Instagram. Then you’ll be alerted when their next collection is out to scoop some up! And, if you’re looking for something special, you could always reach out and see if they’ll create a custom piece for you!
*Indicates BIPOC-owned
(Top photo by Oh Joy)
what about madriguera workshop?! remember you shared a face plate and face mug in your stories!! i bought one as a gift for my mom and she loves it! thank you for the rec!!
oh yes! great rec! there are so many…I was focusing mostly one ones in the US for this post, but I will keep adding to it!
This is a great list. I also love @heoceramics – Asian woman maker in Eagle Rock! xo
Thanks Viet! I’ll keep adding to this list!
I love this post! Ceramics are one of my go-to gifts and now I have a whole new bunch of shops to choose from. I’m dying over everything on the Rare Bird site – GORGEOUS!!
Hi Kara – we LOVE the idea of using ceramics for gifting (and want to be on your gift list 🙂 )! Glad you found some new shops!