Enjoy your morning ritual with this one‑of‑a‑kind Rustic Series mug—a perfect blend of artistry, warmth, and everyday function.

Hand‑thrown and altered in our Melbourne studio, this 350 ml mug features a rich red‑brown glossy interior that flows over the rim into layers of turquoise, amber, and earthy brown glaze. The finish mimics a soft wood‑fired effect, created in an electric kiln through careful glaze layering and cooling.

Each mug has its own personality—no two will ever be the same.

☕ Details:

• Capacity: 350 ml (approx.)

• Glaze: Turquoise / Amber / Red‑brown with flowing drips

• Interior: Glossy red‑brown

• High‑fired stoneware – food safe & durable

• Microwave / dishwasher safe (hand‑washing preferred)

• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

🎁 Perfect for coffee lovers, tea drinkers, or collectors of Australian handmade pottery.

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Discover the charm of our Rustic Mug Collection—unique, handmade ceramic mugs crafted in our Melbourne pottery studio.

Each mug in this collection is:

• Wheel-thrown and altered for an organic, rustic form

• Glazed in earthy tones—think  iron reds, mossy greens, and sunbaked ochres

• Handcrafted with love, embracing natural variations in size, texture, and form

• Comfortably holds  300ml of your favourite coffee, tea, or chai

• Food-safe and functional—fired to stoneware temperatures for daily use

No two mugs are alike, but all are part of the same earthy family—designed to warm your hands and your spirit.

Whether you’re adding to your pottery collection or gifting to a fellow tea lover, these mugs bring rustic beauty to everyday rituals.

🖐️ Handmade in Melbourne
🌀 One-of-a-kind – This listing is for [Mug 3/10, or specific identifier]
🌿 Microwave & dishwasher safe (though handwashing is always kinder to handmade work)

PRODUCT DETAIL
Quantity: 1
Dimension: D 8 cm H 10.5 cm
Material: Stoneware
Origin: Made in Australia

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Part of our Rustic Series, this 300ml handmade ceramic mug captures the natural beauty of glaze flow and earthy color combinations.

Wheel-thrown and altered by hand in our Melbourne studio, this mug features a rich red-brown interior glaze that holds warmth beautifully. The exterior blends vibrant cobalt blue, forest green, and golden ash-effect drips cascading from the rim—reminiscent of moss, riverbanks, and stone.

A comfort to hold and a joy to sip from, this mug is both functional and expressive.

• Capacity: approx. 300ml

• Interior: red-brown glossy glaze

• Exterior: deep blue, green  glaze with ash-style drip

• Wheel-thrown stoneware with altered base

• Food-safe, microwave & dishwasher safe (handwashing recommended)

• High-fired for strength and durability

• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia

🎁 A perfect gift for lovers of handmade pottery, natural forms, or unique ceramic mugs that feel like a piece of art in your hands.

PRODUCT DETAIL
Quantity: 1
Dimension: D 9 cm H 11 cm
Material: Stoneware
Origin: Made in Australia

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This beautiful 350ml mug from our Rustic Series captures the essence of handmade artistry and natural Australian beauty. Thrown and altered by hand in our Melbourne studio, the form feels sculptural yet familiar.

Its glossy red-brown interior holds warmth, while the outside features a deep Turquoise glaze with speckled ash-green flows dripping gently from the rim. A subtle hint of gold appears at the glaze transitions, evoking coastal cliffs and riverbeds.

The altered base and subtle texture enhance both the tactile and visual appeal, making it a functional piece of art.

• Capacity: 350ml (approx.)

• Interior: red-brown glossy glaze

• Exterior: Turquoise & green ash-style glaze with golden accents

• Stoneware – wheel-thrown and altered

• Food safe, microwave & dishwasher safe (handwashing recommended)

• One of a kind – high-fired for strength

• Made in Melbourne, Australia

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

PRODUCT DETAIL
Quantity: 1
Dimension: D 8 cm H 12.5 cm
Material: Stoneware
Origin: Made in Australia

Handmade with care in our Melbourne studio — read Journey of a Handmade Mug.

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A striking handmade ceramic serving bowl with a sculptural, flowing form—designed to stand out on any table.

This piece is first thrown on the wheel and then carefully altered and reshaped by hand, creating its organic, asymmetrical silhouette. The result is a bowl that feels dynamic and unique from every angle—both functional and a true statement piece.

The glaze is part of my rustic collection, built up through multiple layered glazes to create depth, movement, and variation. Blue and green tones blend together with subtle hints of earthy brown, shifting across the surface depending on how the glazes interact during firing.

Some areas develop a soft matte finish, while others remain rich and glossy, giving the piece a beautiful contrast in texture. The rim is finished with an ash glaze, creating a natural, slightly rustic effect reminiscent of wood-fired pottery, with gentle drips and variation.

Inside the bowl, the original throwing spiral remains visible, adding another layer of texture and story to the piece.

No two bowls like this can ever be replicated.

Details

• Length: 27 cm
• Width: 20 cm
• Height: 13 cm (highest point)
• Height: 9.5 cm (lower end)
• Side height: approx. 8 cm
• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia
• One of a kind

Features

✔️ Sculptural, altered form
✔️ Layered rustic glazes with natural variation
✔️ Combination of matte and glossy finishes
✔️ Food safe
✔️ Watertight

Perfect For

• Statement serving bowl
• Fruit or salad display
• Kitchen or dining centrepiece
• Unique handmade gift

Care

Dishwasher safe, though hand washing is recommended to preserve the glaze finish over time.

Shipping

Carefully packed to ensure it arrives safely.

Please Note

This is a handmade piece. Variations in shape, glaze, and colour are intentional and part of its unique character.

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Bring the rugged beauty of the Australian landscape to your morning ritual with this one-of-a-kind handmade mug from our Rustic Collection.
Wheel-thrown and gently altered by hand, each mug features natural lines that guide the flow of our custom glazes. We layer 5–6 complementary glazes—including ochres, rusts, deep blues, and ash tones—creating unpredictable, organic results on every piece. A final touch of ash glaze near the rim mimics the natural effects of wood firing, despite being fired in our electric kiln.

• Capacity: approx. 300ml
• High-fired stoneware | Food-safe
• Inner glaze: glossy tenmoku style red/brown
• Handmade in Melbourne, Australia
Expect crystal flecks, glaze pooling, and slight asymmetry—these aren’t flaws, but the very things that make this mug truly yours.

Quantity: 1  
Dimension: D 9 cm H 10.5 cm
Material: Stoneware
Origin: Made in Australia

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A thoughtful handmade gift: this Japanese-inspired yunomi cup is crafted in Melbourne with rustic turquoise glazes. Ideal for tea lovers or whisky drinkers. This yunomi features deep turquoise pooling at the base, blending into rich chocolate brown at the top.

This yunomi tea cup blends Japanese tradition with rustic, earthy glazes. Hand-thrown in our Melbourne studio, it features a rounded form and layered glazes in turquoise, moss green, and deep brown, creating a natural, wood-fired effect. The glossy tenmoku-inspired interior makes it perfect for enjoying tea, whisky, or any beverage.

Traditionally, a yunomi is a tall, cylindrical cup used for everyday tea drinking in Japan. Its simple, functional shape is designed to retain warmth and enhance the ritual of sipping slowly. This piece reimagines that tradition with an Australian handmade character.

Each yunomi is one of a kind, with glaze variations that reflect the spontaneity of the firing process

Perfect as a thoughtful gift for tea lovers, whisky drinkers, or collectors of handmade ceramics.

✔️ Japanese-inspired yunomi design
✔️Size: 8cm x 8.5cm
✔️ Rustic turquoise & earthy glaze
✔️ Glossy dark interior
✔️ Holds 300ml comfortably 
✔️ Food-safe stoneware
✔️ Handmade in Melbourne

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Materials: Clay, ceramic, glazes.

Handmade Ceramic Serving Bowl – One of a Kind

This piece is a Second — originally $199, now $129.
There is a small crack on the lip, well covered by glaze. It does not affect the bowl’s function or durability, but it has been discounted to reflect the imperfection.

This large handmade ceramic bowl is as versatile as it is stunning — perfect as a serving bowl at your next dinner party or as a striking display piece for your home. 

Crafted in Australia, the bowl was first wheel-thrown, then altered through carving, coiling, and moulding to create its organic form. The surface showcases a dramatic glaze palette of greens, browns, and turquoise, layered and fired with a slow-cool process to produce depth, mottling, and variation.

• Dimensions: 24cm diameter × 9cm high (at tallest point)

• Wheel-thrown & altered for a unique shape  

• Layered glazes with organic, flowing colour shifts  

• High-fired stoneware for strength & durability

• Food-safe glaze, dishwasher, oven & microwave safe

✨ A one-of-a-kind pottery piece that works beautifully as functional tableware or as an artistic centrepiece.

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Handmade Ceramic Serving Bowl – One of a Kind -

This large handmade ceramic bowl is as versatile as it is stunning — perfect as a serving bowl at your next dinner party or as a striking display piece for your home.

Crafted in Australia, the bowl was first wheel-thrown, then altered through carving, coiling, and moulding to create its organic form. The surface showcases a dramatic glaze palette of greens, browns, and turquoise, layered and fired with a slow-cool process to produce depth, mottling, and variation.

• Dimensions: 24cm diameter × 9cm high (at tallest point)

• Wheel-thrown & altered for a unique shape  

• Layered glazes with organic, flowing colour shifts

• High-fired stoneware for strength & durability

• Food-safe glaze, dishwasher, oven & microwave safe

✨ A one-of-a-kind pottery piece that works beautifully as functional tableware or as an artistic centrepiece.

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