Carol's Creations in Clay

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We are almost there -- Saturday, Dec. 2,  Willow Holiday Studio Art Tour! 


Not pottery, but definitely "with personality." These visitors outside my studio window were probably planning a studio
  shopping spree, but they arrived a week too early.  Maybe they'll return next Saturday?


Click on READ MORE, then scroll to see samples of pottery from the most recent firing.

A shelf of sled dog and moose ornaments plus a few cabin buttons.

Another shelf of moose, trees, and Alaska.

Where has this been hiding?  Made when using stoneware, but never shown.

Serving bowl with a flare for color.

Serving bowl with a flare for the feminine.
Serving bowl...Christmas Night!
Medium bowls.  Keith says dog dishes, but you decide.

You can't have too many small bowls in the kitchen.

Tiles...testing some new glazes and techniques.
Vases... unique and hand built for your favorite gardener.

Bird platter and blueberry plate.

Bunny pie plate.

Bear pie plate.

Pine branch pie plate.

Silkscreen designs on bowls.
Enhancements on bowls, inside and out.
And some pieces for fun, conversation, and a smile.

Mugs of many designs.

More mugs of many styles!
Some with lids.

And many more without lids.

There just may be one here to your liking!

Colanders of diverse colors, sizes and designs.

And a final moose in closing.

Yes, there is lots more in the studio from which to select. Prices cover a wide range.  

Coming soon will be photos of knit pieces including felted clogs, baby items, hats, headbands, etc.

Hope to see you on Saturday, Dec. 2, 10:00 - 5:00.

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