Tag Archives: gifts

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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Trade-Up Policy

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Rae

When I first started making pottery, I chucked most of my pots.  In fact, it was quite a while before I kept anything (I am not sentimental).  I held no delusions about the quality of pot I was capable of … Continue reading →

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Vacation

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Rae

My last day of potting was December 21.  Julie and I worked really hard to fill orders and finish gifts.  We will get back to work at the end of the week.  But I am relishing the break and the … Continue reading →

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Advent Continued

Posted on December 13, 2010 by Rae

Advent Pot Production I really enjoyed making the Advent calendar.  So I thought I would share the development process.  As I have disclosed, I don’t have a artistic background.  So it was surprising for me to find out that ‘artists’ … Continue reading →

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Advent

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Rae

I was given my first Advent calendar while I was an exchange student in Germany.  I loved opening the numbered cardboard door to get a chocolate every day until Christmas.  I wish advent calendars had been a part of my … Continue reading →

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Tea for Two

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Rae

I love to give gifts. But, making gifts for some one special is even more fun.  While I plan and make the gift, I find myself thinking about and praying for whomever I am making the special pot. I recently … Continue reading →

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