Small Biz Friday: 6 Pretty Pottery Shops

It’s Friday! It’s FRIDAY!! What a week. Kanye is losing his mind, the fashion at the Grammys sucked, and Apple is standing up for America. Whaa?! It’s  time for alcohol. Amiright?

But let’s get to the fun stuff, the meaningful stuff! It’s also a big week for making weekday  series  over here. We had the debut of Wrap it Wednesday, a continuation of my seasonal wrapping tips series I had at Christmas. I’ll be sharing lots of pretty wrapping ideas and inspiration. And now we have Small Biz Fridays! Oh. Yeah. Girl. As a small biz gal myself, I know how much support, in so many small ways, keeps me going and I want to show some love for others in the community. Sometimes purchasing something that someone has created with their hands, or with their creative talents, is so much more satisfying than buying something at Target (though don’t get me wrong, I adore Target!). I’ll be sharing my favorite handmade and/or small businesses, local and online, sharing some resources for fellow biz owners, and interviewing some pretty rad people. If you’d like me to cover something in particular, let me know in the comments below!

Pretty Pottery!

This week, I’m sharing some of my favorite pottery shops! These small shops make beautiful pieces and they all have their own style. A lot of them are one woman shows, and you can see passion and love for their craft in each item. I love delicate pieces, pastel colors, hints of gold, and anything that holds a cactus or succulent, and these don’t disappoint! You’ll find all kinds of pretties–from ring dishes and ring cones, to mugs and dinnerware, and even jewelry.  A lot of items can be personalized and would make fantastic gifts. If you love these shops, let them know! Make a purchase or give them a follow on Instagram.

Jasmin Blanc Boutique

Jasmin creates beautiful earrings, necklaces, and a lovely assortment of wedding mementos such as ring dishes. She’s also a cat lover and makes some adorable cat-shaped dishes and cat cake toppers! I’m a sucker for these lovely mint earrings.

Instagram: @jasminblancstudio

 White Peach Pottery

I discovered Marianne over the holidays when she was part of a holiday gift guide that I was also participating in and fell in love with her work. It’s feminine and whimsical. She uses soft, muted colors.

Instagram: @whitepeachpottery

Pottery Lodge

I found Pottery Lodge on Instagram and I love following her! She makes pretty ring dishes with gold accents and you can personalize them, too.  I adore her planters–she also has some adorable hanging ones that would be so pretty on a wall by the window.

Instagram: @potterylodge

Susan Gordon Pottery

Susan’s work is bold and pretty. Her photos lend a crisp, clean feeling to her shop and it really makes her pottery pop off the page. Besides ring dishes, she makes initial charms in a large selection of colors that would make a great Mother’s Day gift.

Instagram: @susangordonpottery

Hinkleville

I just discovered Hinkleville on Instagram this week! Her little planters with faces on them are so cute–I just want to hug this little guy. I want one of everything.

Instagram: @hinkleville

McCheeks Mayhem Ceramics

Carole makes pretty, functional pieces that have a vintage feel and you definitely get that vibe in her shop. The ring cones mirror that feeling with the pretty Chinese print. She also has some cute vintage-y pink and gold coffee cups that would be perfect in a retro kitchen!

Instagram: @mccheeks

If you’re out and about this weekend, don’t forget to check out the local shops–support handmade! Thanks for reading! Have a wonderful weekend! xo