The independent makers: ceramics edition. Having written about designer makers for a number of years now, I thought it was about time I start rounding up some of my favourite talented creators across different mediums. Let’s start with ceramics. There’s just something about them which I always find myself drawn to at markets and stores. Perhaps it’s knowing that the process of creating by clay or porcelain is not something that can be rushed – the hands of the makers have been so thoroughly a part of the process that I can’t help but imagine the hours spent slowly perfecting each of these ceramic delights. There’s so much texture in a piece, it’s so tactile, that bold colours are not always necessary to make the work stand out either. Of course, it could just be that the finished creations are beautiful and would look amazing in my home. Below, I’ve rounded up ten of my favourite ceramic designer-makers, all UK based, who might have a little something special to add to your home this year.   

Libby Ballard Ceramics

Handmade Speckled Mug | £20

KT ROBBINS CERAMICS

Marbled indigo planter | £25 | I interviewed Katie about her studio & work for the latest issue of 91 magazine – you can buy it here.

TIERRA SOL STUDIO

Zebra Plant & Cactus Cup Planter | £31. 78 (It comes with the plant!)

The minty mountain

Pendant necklace | £22.50

Dor & Tan

Small coffee cup | £18

NATKO CERAMICS

Monochrome wall hanging | £18

ROSE NISBET

Whale cup / bowl | £20

WILLIAM EDMONDS

Small porcelain cone | £25 

Isabel Higley

Ceramic spirit sculpture | £35

Alex Sickling

Lion bowl | £30

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Do you have any other ceramic artists you love? Share below!

PS. For more ceramics by independent designer-makers, check out my ceramics board over on Pinterest