Category Archives: Holiday

Christmas Dishes

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Rae

One of the things I had hoped to accomplish this year was to make myself a set of Christmas dishes.  I struggled most of the year to develop ideas.  I came up with two designs.  However, I didn’t make a … Continue reading →

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Open House and Studio Sale

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Rae

Thank you to everyone who attended our annual open house and studio sale.  We feel blessed that you came.  Merry Christmas!

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Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Rae

Sometimes inspiration comes from unexpected sources.  Julie and I purchased a glaze sampler set and among the colors was one that I called ‘toxic orange’.  What else could be done but make pumpkins?

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Good Friday

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Rae

Recently, Julie and I had the privilege of making a communion set – one of my favorite requests to fill.  And, although we have made several sets over the past few years, I found myself pondering all the truths that … Continue reading →

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In a Holi-Daze

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Rae

Christmas is over – but I am still celebrating.  I am always loathe to abruptly cease the celebration.  Since I struggle with transitions, I tend to drag them out so I can soften the stark contrast of change.  I am … Continue reading →

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Winter Solstice

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Rae

I love the solstices (I also love the equinoxes).  Each year I try to do something to acknowledge the Winter Solstice.  This year, I am going to look at neighborhood Christmas lights.  I think it is a prefect way to … Continue reading →

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Handmade Holiday

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Rae

Handmade gifts can express something more than an average store-bought gift.  A handmade present is one-of-a kind.  And, in our lives of homogeneous chain stores and generic gift cards, this is refreshing. Handmade gifts made by you are even more special.  … Continue reading →

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Christmas List for a Potter

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Rae

During gift-giving season, many people are searching for the perfect present.  So, I have been commissioned by the elves to help.  To that, here are some suggestions that would surely make any potter smile on Christmas morning. Stocking Stuffers: Sherrill … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Decree

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Rae

I have decreed that this will be the last year that I use manufactured Christmas dishes.  I have talked about making my own Christmas plates for quite a while, but I haven’t done it.  The dilemma is that I don’t … Continue reading →

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December 1st

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Rae

The Christmas count-down has begun!  I am so excited because this is the first day Advent Calendars will be used.   The term Advent comes from the Latin “adventur” which means arrival.  In 1800s, German Protestants made chalk marks on … Continue reading →

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