After 63 years (1948-2010) of back-to-school anticipation and excitement, I've adjusted quite easily to not deciding what to wear on the first day, not wondering who would be in my classes, and not staying awake for fear of oversleeping in the morning. They were wonderfully interesting and rewarding years, but this retirement lifestyle is pretty nice.
Look at all the fun things I get to make. These are sitting on a 4" handrail, which will give you an idea of the size of each piece. Yes, they continue to be pieces with personality -- some already adopted, others looking for new homes. Let me know if you are interested in learning more about anything in this collection.
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| Sage with blue berries and leaf stamping |
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| The tuxedo or penguin look -- big enough for Bryan? |
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| Silk-screened pine cone and branches accent |
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| Many moose on the loose |
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| Free-spirit trees |
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| Dogs -- Willow's honored residents |
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| Fish headed upstream |
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| A pair of mugs ready for a beverage of your choice |
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| And another set of mugs -- hoping to be held and appreciated |
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| Vases? Caddies? Bread stick or cheese stick holders? |
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| Daggie's Euro butter dish for Kellygold |
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| Bowls -- altered, versatile, and unique |
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| Speaking of unique -- shallow bowl with undulated rim |
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| Warmer for pancakes or tortillas? Roaster for game hens? |
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| Special order covered butter dishes -- Joann's and Freda's |
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| More custom butter dishes |
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| And additional serving bowls |
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getting in touch if you want additional information or photos; better yet, arrange a studio visit to see the collection. Some of these pieces will travel soon to an upcoming show in Girdwood. More about that in the next posting. Thanks for your interest in what's going on at WillowAK Pottery and for sharing this post with friends.