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Welcome to my little pottery studio by the back of the bay...Here you will find little pieces of ceramic joy that will fill your heart & home with happiness... ON VACATION THRU MAY 18 ↓↓UPDATES↓↓ All of our pottery is handmade. We make utensil holders, butter dishes, sponge holders, garlic graters, house numbers, spoon rests, mugs, hanging planters, lidded jars, salt bowls, sponge holders, plates, bowls, serving platters and more...
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✦✦ PLEASE NOTE ✦✦ We are on VACATION THRU MAY 18, 2024 for a much needed recharge. You can still order while we are away. Lots of our pottery is MADE TO ORDER and our current production time is 6-8 WEEKS. If you message us please be patient as we have limited internet, it may take a while for us to get back to you.
READY TO SHIP Items will ship within 1-2 weeks while we are away.
We are experiencing a huge influx in orders and delays in receiving supplies so things are taking a little longer than normal. Our current production time for most orders is 6-8 weeks.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
➤➤ PLEASE DISREGARD THE 'IN STOCK' NUMBER - This is just the amount of orders we are willing to accept for each listing. It does not mean the item is 'in stock' unless marked 'READY TO SHIP'. If an item is sold out you can sign up for a restock request and you will be emailed when we can take orders for that item again.
NEED SOMETHING NOW? Check out the items marked READY TO SHIP for ready made pottery that can ship within a few business days: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BackBayPottery?ref=hdr_shop_menu&search_query=ready+to+ship
SOLD OUT - We have been limiting the amount of items that are available for purchase so we don’t get to many orders at once. If an item is sold out you can sign up for a restock request and you will be emailed when we can take orders for that item again. We usually re-list on Mondays.
TO SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST (RESTOCK REQUEST) - Click on the item, then click any of these links: ‘Email me when they’re back’, ‘Waitlist Available’ or ‘See item details’. A new window will open then click ‘Let me know when it’s back’ or something along these lines.
✦ Do to the amount of orders that I receive I CANNOT ACCEPT RUSH ORDERS.
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SEND ME A MESSAGE
I prefer you contact me through Etsy Conversations rather than my email: www.etsy.com/conversations. I check my messages Monday through Friday.
I receive hundreds of messages and try my best to answer them all in a timely manner. But at times I am away from my desk, creating pottery, glazing, cleaning and organizing, checking things off of my never ending to-do list, or simply taking time out for my family. I appreciate your patience...
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NEW TO ETSY? This article will guide you through the purchasing process:
➤➤➤ www.etsy.com/help_guide_checkout.php
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✦ If you live in San Luis Obispo county there is free local pick-up available. Just enter coupon code: LOCALPICKUP at checkout.
COME AND VISIT
If you find yourself in the area please send me a message to set up a time to come by the studio...
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Reviews
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Abby on May 11, 2024
5 out of 5 starsMy mother loved this! She said the color is great. It shipped promptly and arrived on time.
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Jennifer on May 7, 2024
5 out of 5 starsShipped quickly and was packed really well! Think they will make a great bridal shower and mothers day gifts
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Perpetua on May 3, 2024
5 out of 5 starsBowl is so cute and very well made. I enjoy cooking with fresh herbs, and this bowl is just what I was looking for. Shipping was quick too. Love it!
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Jean on Apr 27, 2024
5 out of 5 starsLove our house numbers! We’ve gotten so many compliments already
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Julie on Apr 20, 2024
5 out of 5 starsTHANK YOU!!!!! Absolutely love it!! You do fantastic work!!!!
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After Caroline, LLC on May 8, 2024
5 out of 5 starsIt's beautiful and goes with perfectly with other similar items I ordered in the past!
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About BackBayPottery
Coffee Tastes Better in a Handmade Mug
Shop members
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Christine
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator
My full time pottery business, two children & husband keep my days filled with endless things to do. But I love it! Creativity keeps me sane.
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Tino
Studio Technician
I know this is not a very good picture but he doesn't stand still long enough to get one... Husband extraordinaire! This guy keeps all the equipment running at top speed. He also glazes & fires pottery when things get busy.
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Lyssa
Shipping, Customer Service
My twin sister! We get along...mostly. Even though we are complete opposites she is great at helping me out with shipping, customer service, and paperwork.
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Camilla
Assistant
My amazing pottery apprentice! She helps me with studio chores and lots of other behind the scenes stuff.
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Care instructions
Our pottery is microwave safe, oven safe* (to 400°) and dishwasher safe. Hand washing is always recommended.
Please take care to avoid exposing the pottery to radical temperature changes, which can cause THERMAL SHOCK and could make the piece crack or break. Example, avoid putting a cold dish into a hot pre-heated oven or a hot dish onto a cold surface or into the sink. We recommend setting hot pottery on a rack or onto potholders or pads when it’s pulled from the oven.
➤ The bottom of the pottery is unglazed. They may scratch a high gloss or delicate surface, therefore it is recommended to use them with placemats or a tablecloth.
Custom and personalized orders
Due to my volume of orders and the time involved I am not accepting custom orders.
Where is my order?
Most of our pottery is MADE TO ORDER and takes 6-8 weeks to make (depending on the order it can take longer).
• PLEASE DISREGARD THE 'IN STOCK' NUMBER - This is just the amount of orders we are willing to accept for each listing.
• Check the processing time on the item you want to purchase. I do my best to keep this updated.
• The estimated shipping time is listed on your order receipt.
• We always send a message letting you know when your order has been shipped.
• Due to the nature of ceramics there can be a delay. If this happens we will send you a message and let you know.
If you need your item sooner please contact me, BEFORE PLACING YOUR ORDER, and I will let you know if I can make it happen.
Wholesale availability
We are not accepting wholesale orders at this time.
Gift Wrapping/ Gift Note
Every item is carefully and thoughtfully packaged so it can arrive to you safely. Most small items are wrapped in an eco friendly wrapping and a pretty string.
➤ Getting your pottery safely delivered is our #1 priority! For larger items we package in boxes within boxes and add lots of padding. If there is any damage your item will be replaced.
➤ We try to use recycled materials as much as possible to reduce costs and to help the environment.
➤ We are more than happy to include a gift note with your package. Please let us know what you want your note to say in the message box at checkout.
* Because your receipts are available electronically, we do not include them with your purchase.
Rush Orders
Due to the amount of orders that we receive we cannot accept rush orders.
OUT OF STOCK / SOLD OUT
I have been limiting the amount of items that are available for purchase so I don’t get to many orders at once. If an item is sold out you can sign up for a restock request and you will be emailed when I can take orders for that item again. I usually re-list on Mondays.
TO SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST - Click on any of these links: ‘Email me when they’re back’, ‘Waitlist Available’ or ‘See item details’. A new window will open then click ‘Let me know when it’s back’ or something along these lines.
Packaging - How is the pottery packaged?
Most smaller items come carefully packaged in Back Bay Pottery Signature gift wrap & a pretty string.
Getting your pottery safely delivered is our #1 priority! For larger items we package in boxes within boxes and add lots of padding. If there is any damage your item will be replaced.
➤ We try to use recycled materials as much as possible to reduce costs and to help the environment.
Is the pottery food safe?
Yes all our pottery is food safe, lead and cadmium free.
Glaze Characteristics
Please be aware that there are color variations with every computer monitor and the color may look different in person than the color you see on your screen. Contact me for color samples.
The translucent glazes, mainly Spicy Mustard, Emerald Green, Hyacinth and Deep Sea Blue, have a crackle effect. It is a characteristic of the glaze. It crackles most when it goes through its first wash. It will not affect it use or ability to hold liquid. This is do to the expansion and contraction that occurs with temperature changes.
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