The irony of my new substack is how scared I was to start it. The entire concept of my publication is action (fear-filled, tearful, or bouncy joy-fueled) and the relationship between that decisive action and creativity. For months I’ve stared at a blank page. I’ve started and stopped. Typed and deleted.

I was ready… well almost ready.

Then it happened.

Have you ever wondered what's behind a collection of art? For my work it all starts with the idea of a feeling found in a fleeting moment. I think about places I've been, places I long to visit, those amazing conversations over good food and good drinks with even better friends. Family time around the table steeped in tradition…

I’ll start this one off by saying I forgot to hit publish on this post back in March… so.. here goes! ;)

Luxe and layered textures, color, and shine are what this new handmade collection is all about. Exploring organic forms I created this body of work thinking about nature and the seasonal changes that make up our daily experiences and in a zoomed out way, our entire lives. 

It's no secret, my work/life balance (ha!), flow, rhythm.. whatever you want to call it-- it's different now. To no one's surprise except my own, momming my little one has impacted my studio production-- and guys, it's wonderful.

I'm working in ultra small batches exploring new ideas, painting new ways on my pottery, and making new glazes. The result? A mini collection like this. Coming tomorrow, 1/26 at 2 PM EST.

The latest from the kiln is a small batch of porcelain luminaries to celebrate the brightness of a new year. A fresh new beginning that may be dark at times, but we remember that light always finds a way through.

Every month this year I’m making a new glaze in my studio and I’m inviting you to join me virtually from your own studios. This project is free and you’ll receive a new formula each month right to your inbox. You’ll also receive an invite to our Facebook Group and a free Glaze Making Resource Guide. Join us…

New porcelain is now in the shop and it has us daydreaming of the beautiful tablescapes you'll create this summer (and all year long!)

Have you ever looked at a magazine and wondered how those stunning tables are set? There's a simple trick: Layer color, pattern, and texture.

The results are in and there was a lot to love about February's glaze. Just because the month is over doesn't mean I'm putting this glaze on a shelf. I plan to continue playing with this glaze. So far it's endlessly interesting with different oxides and stains! Below are my notes about this glaze, my favorite result, and details for joining Glaze Group to participate in the next monthly project.

Introducing Glaze Group! A free community building project for potters that will enhance our individual studios. Each month we’ll make a new glaze formula and share our results and experiences. The monthly structure will create a low pressure opportunity to try new things in our work while leaning on built in accountability.

I've been making ceramics since 2005 and formulated my first glazes at that same time in an impressive university funded ceramic chemistry lab. It was state of the art and the opposite in nearly every way to the glaze making setups I've had in my own studio spaces. Whether you have that state of the art setup… or something… more modest (no judgment I've glazed pots on the kitchen floor before) this project is for you.

New handmade pottery is arriving in the shop on 1/31 at 4 PM EST. This is the first update of 2023 and it's a good one! For this release I spent time creating two different styles of work that pair together beautifully for a modern aesthetic with roots in tradition.

The fact that I wrote this post on 12/31/22 but didn’t hit publish until today perfectly sums up life right now. We have a brand new baby at home and life is upside down in nearly every imaginable way. We’re filled with love and joy, of course… but also a profound need for sleep.

As I look back on 2022 I want to personally thank you for all of your support. The past year was one I will never forget.

This time of year I’m always looking for easy entertaining ideas that are affordable, quick to create, and that’ll make my guests feel like I’ve really put together something special for them. All around I’m a big fan of effortless elegance. It’s what I aim to bring to every piece of pottery I make, and it’s what I hope you’ll feel when you use my work on your tables. When I’m entertaining the same thing goes: elevated ease. Let’s dive right in…

As summer is winding down I'm soaking up everything this season has to offer: the bright sunlight, fresh flowers, tasty produce, and the rainbow palette of it all.

To celebrate the end of the season let us dive into the season once more. Let's eat, drink, and otherwise fill our senses with summer. Sure I'm just as eager as the next person for #PSL season, but let's linger a little longer here with nature, together.

Have you seen the porcelain bud vases we've been working on in the studio? They are CUTE!!! I threw each vase on the wheel one by one resulting in a unique collection of sweet little one of kinds…

Embrace the feeling of loving your home. Surround yourself with useful, beautiful things that make you smile. Every piece in our Springtime Collection was made with this simple sentiment in mind.

More than two years ago I visited Italy and my upcoming release, The Villa Collection revisits some of my favorite design elements from that region.

Petal pinks and romantic textures are celebrated in our upcoming, Lace Cheeseboard Collection. Don’t let the name fool you, we’ll also have some lovely little Ring Dishes hitting the shop in this small batch update.

Introducing Ceramic Design School: An online pottery class to help you develop (or fine tune) your creative voice as a ceramicist. Learn how to create your best pottery work with this self paced, online pottery program.

We're doing this a little differently! Next week is our next collection and the color palette is bold, luxurious, and indulgent. Frankly, a nice break from the gloomy grays of winter, don't you agree?