Add a touch of calm, earthy elegance to your kitchen with our handmade ceramic spoon rest in a soothing soft green glaze.
Perfect for resting mixing spoons, spatulas, or ladles while cooking, it keeps your bench clean and your utensils within easy reach.

Each rest is wheel-thrown in our Melbourne pottery studio, high-fired for strength, and coated in a food-safe glaze with a smooth satin finish. The gentle green tones bring a fresh, natural accent to any kitchen style.

✔ Generous size for most utensils
✔ Durable high-fired stoneware – made for daily use
✔ Easy to clean – dishwasher-safe
✔ Handmade in Melbourne – every piece is unique

Whether it’s a thoughtful gift for a cooking enthusiast or a stylish addition to your own kitchen, this spoon rest combines practical function with handcrafted beauty.

PRODUCT DETAILS
• Quantity: 1 spoon rest
• Approx. Dimensions: 11cm X 2cm
• Material: Stoneware clay, food-safe glaze
• Colour/Finish: Soft green satin glaze
• Origin: Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

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Handmade Mid Blue Herb Stripper Bowl
This striking mid blue ceramic herb stripper combines beauty and function. Designed for effortless herb preparation, it makes stripping parsley, basil, rosemary, and coriander quick and simple.

Wheel-thrown in Melbourne from durable stoneware, each piece is glazed in a layered mid blue finish that brings a pop of colour to your kitchen. Compact yet highly practical, it’s as decorative as it is functional.

Details:

• Handmade pottery, crafted in Melbourne

• Finished in a mid-blue glaze with subtle variations  

• Approx. 8 cm diameter × 9.5 cm high (bowl opening 7 cm)

• Made from Australian clay and food-safe, non-toxic glazes

• Dishwasher and oven safe (except gold-lustre finishes)

Perfect for:

• Everyday herb preparation

•   Gifting for cooks and food lovers

• Housewarming presents

• Pairing with our spoon rests or matching kitchenware

Each piece is individually handmade, ensuring every herb stripper is unique.

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Handmade Speckled cream Herb Stripper Bowl  
This ceramic herb stripper is a small but mighty kitchen tool designed to make preparing fresh herbs effortless. Hand-thrown from durable Australian stoneware, it’s finished in a layered cream glaze with speckles that looks beautiful on any bench.

Simply pull sprigs of rosemary, parsley, basil, or coriander through the holes to strip the leaves quickly and cleanly. Functional, stylish, and handmade — this pottery bowl is both a time-saver and a decorative piece.

Details:

• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

• Spearmint green glaze with subtle tonal variations

• Approx. 8 cm diameter × 9.5 cm high (bowl opening 7 cm)

• Non-toxic, food-safe glazes

• Dishwasher and oven safe (except gold-lustre finishes)

Perfect for:

• Everyday cooking with fresh herbs

• Foodie and chef gifts

• Housewarming presents

• Pairing with our matching spearmint spoon rest

Each piece is handmade, so slight variations in glaze and form are part of what makes your bowl unique.

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Inspired by the natural tones of the Australian landscape, this handmade ceramic mug blends warmth and earthiness with function and form.

Thrown on the wheel in our Melbourne studio, it features a soothing glaze combination of soft oatmeal and layered green tones. The interior is lined with a warm oatmeal glaze that spills slightly over the rim, creating a soft transition between inside and out.

This piece comfortably holds  400ml—ideal for coffee, tea, or even a small cold brew. The shape is designed to fit snugly in your palms, providing a grounded and comforting experience with every sip.

Each mug is:  

• Wheel-thrown from stoneware clay

• Glazed by hand with oatmeal and green tones

• Lined in glossy oatmeal glaze

• High-fired for strength and water resistance

• Food-safe, microwave- and dishwasher-safe

• Capacity: approx. 400ml

• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

Please note That Slight variations in glaze flow and tone are inherent to the beauty of handmade pottery. Each piece is unique.

🎁 A wonderful gift for coffee lovers, tea drinkers, or fans of natural, handcrafted tableware.

M A T E R I A L S:
Stoneware, featuring green and brown colours, with a Food-Safe glossy glaze.
D I M E N S I O N S:
Cup height: about 11 cm
Cup width 8.5 cm
Cup capacity:  400 ml

Discover the Story Behind Handmade Mugs

Every handmade pottery mug begins as a lump of clay on the wheel before being carefully shaped, trimmed, glazed and fired. If you'd like to learn more about the process behind creating these everyday favourites, you can read more in my blog:

The Making of Handmade Pottery Mugs →

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Enjoy your morning tea or coffee in a mug that’s as bold and beautiful as your daily ritual.

This handmade ceramic mug holds a generous 350–400ml—ideal for anyone who enjoys a substantial cuppa. Thrown on the wheel in our Melbourne studio, it features layered red-brown and cream glazes that mingle together to create a soft, earthy landscape effect.

The cream glaze continues inside, giving the mug a warm and cohesive finish. Each mug is made from durable stoneware and high-fired for added strength, yet still feels beautifully handcrafted in the hand.

Designed to fit snugly in your palms, it offers a comforting experience whether you're sipping coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.

• Capacity: 350–400ml

• Dimensions: approx. 8 cm (D) × 11 cm (H)

• Glaze: red-brown with layered cream glaze

• Interior glaze: glossy cream

• Wheel-thrown stoneware

• Food-safe, microwave- & dishwasher-safe

• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

Please note: Each mug is one of a kind, with subtle glaze variations that make every piece unique.

🎁 A perfect gift for coffee lovers, tea drinkers, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted Australian ceramics.

See the craftsmanship behind our handmade mugs in Journey of a Handmade Mug.

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Handmade Spearmint Green Herb Stripper Bowl
This ceramic herb stripper is a small but mighty kitchen tool designed to make preparing fresh herbs effortless. Hand-thrown from durable Australian stoneware, it’s finished in a layered spearmint green glaze that looks beautiful on any bench.

Simply pull sprigs of rosemary, parsley, basil, or coriander through the holes to strip the leaves quickly and cleanly. Functional, stylish, and handmade — this pottery bowl is both a time-saver and a decorative piece.

Details:

• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

• Spearmint green glaze with subtle tonal variations

• Approx. 8 cm diameter × 9.5 cm high (bowl opening 7 cm)

• Non-toxic, food-safe glazes

• Dishwasher and oven safe (except gold-lustre finishes)

Perfect for:

• Everyday cooking with fresh herbs

• Foodie and chef gifts

• Housewarming presents

• Pairing with our matching spearmint spoon rest

Each piece is handmade, so slight variations in glaze and form are part of what makes your bowl unique.

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Enjoy your daily ritual with this handmade ceramic coffee mug, crafted with care in our Melbourne studio. Glazed in a calming speckled cream with a soft green band around the middle, this 400ml mug brings a touch of natural elegance to your kitchen.

PLEASE NOTE: These mugs are offered as seconds due to small glaze imperfections that are cosmetic only and do not affect their function or everyday use.

Wheel-thrown and finished by hand, it combines rustic charm with everyday durability. The comfortable handle, smooth glaze, and balanced shape make it perfect for your morning coffee, afternoon tea, or even hot chocolate.

Each mug is high-fired for strength and made using food-safe materials. Slight variations in glaze and shape are a celebration of its handmade nature—no two are exactly alike.

• Capacity: Approx. 400ml

• Dimensions: H 11 cm × D 8 cm

• Speckled cream glaze with a soft green band

• Wheel-thrown and hand-glazed

• Food, microwave & dishwasher safe

• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

🎁 A thoughtful gift for coffee lovers, tea drinkers, or fans of minimalist rustic style.

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Keep your kitchen bench clean in style with our handmade ceramic spoon rest, crafted in our Melbourne pottery studio.
This generously sized stoneware rest is perfect for mixing spoons, spatulas, and other utensils while you cook.

The satin-speckled cream glaze gives a warm, timeless look, complementing any kitchen décor—from modern minimal to rustic farmhouse. Each piece is individually wheel-thrown, high-fired for durability, and finished with a smooth, food-safe glaze.

✔ Large enough for most cooking and baking utensils
✔ Durable high-fired stoneware – built for daily use
✔ Easy to clean and dishwasher-safe
✔ Handmade in Melbourne – every piece is one-of-a-kind

Whether it’s a gift for a home chef or a treat for your own kitchen, this spoon rest combines function, beauty, and craftsmanship in one timeless piece.

PRODUCT DETAILS
• Approx. Dimensions: approx 12cm X 2cm 
• Material: Stoneware clay, food-safe glaze
• Colour/Finish: Speckled cream satin glaze
• Origin: Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

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Slow mornings deserve a mug that feels as special as the drink inside it. This 400ml handmade pottery mug from the Bush Creek Earth Collection is wheel thrown and individually glazed in my Melbourne studio, inspired by the colours and textures of Australian bushland after rain.

Soft turquoise flows beneath rich iron brown and warm ochre glazes, creating organic patterns that resemble weathered rock faces, creek beds and native landscapes. Each firing develops differently, making every mug completely one of a kind.

Designed for everyday enjoyment, this generous mug comfortably holds 400ml, making it perfect for coffee, tea, chai, hot chocolate or your favourite café-style drink. The gently waisted shape sits naturally in your hand, while the comfortable hand-pulled handle makes it a pleasure to use every day.

Whether you're beginning the morning quietly or taking a well-earned afternoon break, this mug brings a little piece of the Australian landscape to your table.

Features

• Handmade wheel-thrown pottery mug
• Bush Creek Earth Collection
• One of a kind – every glaze pattern is unique
• Comfortable 400ml capacity
• Food-safe stoneware
• Microwave safe
• Dishwasher safe
• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

Dimensions

• Capacity: Approximately 400ml
• Height: 12.5cm
• Diameter: 8.5cm

Inspired by Nature

The Bush Creek Earth Collection celebrates the colours found in Australia's creek beds, eucalyptus forests and weathered earth. Multiple layers of glaze melt together during firing, creating flowing turquoise, earthy browns and warm amber tones that can never be exactly repeated.

No two mugs are ever alike.

Perfect For

• Everyday coffee lovers
• Tea and herbal infusions
• Hot chocolate
• Handmade pottery collectors
• Rustic and modern kitchens
• Housewarming gifts
• Birthday gifts
• Father's Day or Mother's Day presents
• Anyone who appreciates Australian handmade ceramics

Why You'll Love It

This mug is designed to become your favourite daily companion. Its generous capacity, comfortable grip and unique flowing glaze make every coffee or tea break feel just a little more special.

Each mug is individually handcrafted, so you're receiving an original piece of functional ceramic art rather than a mass-produced cup.

Handmade with Care

Every piece of Buxton Pottery is individually wheel thrown, glazed and kiln fired in Melbourne, Australia.

Small variations in shape, glaze movement and colour are a hallmark of genuine handmade pottery and make every piece beautifully unique.

Shipping

Ready to ship within 2–3 business days from Melbourne, Australia.

Care

• Dishwasher safe
• Microwave safe
• Food-safe stoneware

Explore the complete Bush Creek Earth Collection for matching mugs, Japanese tea cups, lidded dishes, spoon rests and serving pieces inspired by the Australian landscape.

Read our blog about choosing the perfect handmade pottery mug and discover why handcrafted mugs make every cup of coffee or tea more enjoyable.

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Add a timeless, handcrafted touch to your kitchen with our handmade extra-large ceramic spoon rest in a speckled cream glaze.
Generously sized to hold large spoons, spatulas, or ladles, it keeps your bench clean and organised while you cook.

Each spoon rest is wheel-thrown in our Melbourne studio, high-fired for durability, and coated in a satin cream glaze with subtle speckles for a warm, rustic finish. No two are ever exactly alike, making each one unique.

✔ Extra large size – ideal for big cooking and baking utensils
✔ Durable high-fired stoneware – built to last
✔ Dishwasher-safe and easy to clean
✔ Handmade in Melbourne – every piece is unique

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Approx. Dimensions: approx 15cm X 2.5 cm
• Material: Stoneware clay, food-safe glaze
• Colour/Finish: Speckled cream satin glaze
• Origin: Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

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Bring the colours of the Australian bush into your daily ritual with this handmade pottery mug from the Bush Creek Earth Collection by Buxton Pottery.

Wheel thrown in my Melbourne studio, this generous 400ml ceramic mug features flowing layers of soft turquoise, warm amber, earthy ochre and rich iron brown. The cascading glaze creates unique patterns reminiscent of weathered rock faces, creek beds and native landscapes, ensuring that no two mugs are ever alike.

With its comfortable 400ml capacity, this mug is ideal for coffee, tea, hot chocolate or your favourite café-style drink. The gently waisted form sits naturally in your hand, while the hand-pulled handle offers a comfortable grip.

Every piece in the Bush Creek Earth Collection is individually handmade and glazed, making each mug a functional work of art.

Features

• Handmade wheel-thrown pottery mug
• Bush Creek Earth Collection
• One of a kind – no two mugs are identical
• Comfortable 400ml capacity
• Food safe stoneware
• Microwave and dishwasher safe
• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

Dimensions

• Capacity: Approximately 400ml
• Height: 12.5cm
• Diameter: 9cm

Inspired by the Australian Landscape

The Bush Creek Earth Collection captures the changing colours of creek beds, weathered earth, native forests and flowing water. Multiple layers of glaze interact during firing to create organic drips, soft transitions and natural movement that cannot be replicated.

Perfect For

• Morning coffee
• Tea lovers
• Hot chocolate
• Handmade pottery collectors
• Rustic farmhouse kitchens
• Australian handmade gifts
• Housewarming gifts
• Birthday gifts
• Father's Day or Mother's Day gifts

Why You'll Love It

The generous size, comfortable handle and flowing glaze make this mug equally suited to everyday use or display. It feels substantial without being heavy, and every firing creates its own distinctive landscape of colour.

Handmade with Care

Each Buxton Pottery piece is individually wheel thrown, glazed and kiln fired in Melbourne, Australia. Small variations in shape, glaze movement and colour are part of the handmade process and make every piece genuinely unique.

Shipping

Ready to ship within 2–3 business days from Melbourne, Australia.

Care

• Dishwasher safe
• Microwave safe
• Food safe stoneware

Explore the Bush Creek Earth Collection to discover coordinating mugs, tea cups, lidded dishes and kitchen pieces inspired by the colours of the Australian landscape.

Read our blog about choosing the perfect handmade pottery mug and discover why every handcrafted mug offers a unique drinking experience.

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