Classic Lines Pottery by ClassicLinesPottery on Etsy

Classic Lines Pottery has been a mainstay at the Capital City Public Market in downtown Boise Idaho for the last 18 years where I sell my wares every Saturday April through December. I use a stamp ( CLP ) on the bottom of most pieces as a signature so some people may search for that online. Until this last year I also sold in Sun Valley at the Ketchum farmers market but due to relocation of the market I stopped and am now expanding my online presence.
Butter falling out: my response in a recent Facebook post.
99% of the time if the butter falls in the water it's because there were air pockets preventing it from adhering to the sides. If it's too warm the butter will pour into the water but if it is a solid chunk then it wasn't packed tightly, try putting in half and press it down and then the other half on top and press down, it's harder to trap air that way. Change the water once a week, if well water, more often as it is more organic, same goes for highly humid places where there are more airborne organics. A pinch of salt in the water also helps if mold is a problem it's coming from the water. Also make sure there is enough water to make the seal, it's okay for the butter to get wet (oil and water).

Michael Sowers –potter

I first began making pottery in 1971 in a high school art class in Casper Wyoming. We had a wheel but the instructor did not know how to throw . I took it on myself to learn and checked out several books on the subject from the library. By reading the books and trying to read between the lines I was able to teach myself to center and throw. I made several items that first semester (the last semester of my senior year) including a fully functional teapot, got my picture in the paper and a small cash scholarship. It wasn’t until after that I first saw someone else throwing on the wheel. I began college as a pre-med student but spent all of my time in the pottery studio, after two quarters I dropped out and went into the service until I could decide which direction I wanted to go and to get the GI bill to pay for it.

To make a long story short, I received a BFA in ceramics from NAU (Northern Arizona University) in 1979. I have always made very functional pottery with emphasis on ease of use and I have always fired at high stoneware temperatures. I have built several kilns over the years and have always made all of my own glazes.

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lukasross on Jul 28, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

More beautiful in person! I love this butter dish, feels very sturdy. Shipped quickly with good and not excessive packaging.

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Stacey on Jul 27, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Well packaged, very functional and very artistic. Just what I wanted.

Blue Moon Free Form--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Blue Moon Free Form--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock
angella485 on Jul 16, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful! I got it very quickly and was so excited, I always wanted a butter bell and this is so pretty! Thank you! I will be back you are dream!

Moonlight Pine Cone--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Moonlight Pine Cone--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock
patsy on Jun 26, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Love this batter bowl. The size is so perfect. Fast shipping. Thank you.

Blue Moon batter bowl

Blue Moon batter bowl
Cassity on Jun 24, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

I have always found potters wherever I go and collected pieces of their work. When we moved away from Idaho, I was devastated at the loss of the local potters there. I’m so happy to be able to still get my hands on their work. This is probably my second favorite piece I’ve even gotten, after my very first mug from years and years ago. This butter crock is a new staple in my kitchen; I use it almost every day. It’s beautiful craftsmanship and I love the glaze. I will be purchasing more!

Blue Moon Butter-French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Blue Moon Butter-French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock
Abby on Jun 21, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

I purchased this for my husband. He is an avid baker. I know he will love this butter dish. It arrived quickly and in perfect condition. Thank you!

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Glenda on May 22, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

This type of butter storage is perfect for us “soft butter peeps” and this one is simply pretty on the counter! ‘Would but again.

Moonlight Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock, French butter bell

Moonlight Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock, French butter bell
kernsc13 on May 20, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Purchased this for my husband. It's absolutely gorgeous! Holds heat well and is perfect for his commute!

Blue Moon Travel Mug, car cup, lidded tumbler

Blue Moon Travel Mug, car cup, lidded tumbler
katiebellmusic on May 17, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Beautifully crafted and lovely color

Gloss Moss Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Gloss Moss Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock
Whitney on May 17, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Happy with the function of this item (it keeps my cats out of the butter) the picture does not do the colors justice. Quick delivery.

Moonlight Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock, French butter bell

Moonlight Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock, French butter bell

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Misty Blue Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

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Blue Moon Butter-French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

2020 OMGWTF Travel Mug, car cup, lidded tumbler

Celedon Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Gloss Moss Butter--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Silky Blue--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Gloss Moss Free Form--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Gloss Moss Pine Cone--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Misty Blue Pine Cone--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Celedon Pine Cone--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Celedon Pine Cone--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Celedon Free Form--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

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Mirror Black--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Gloss Moss Beurre--French butter dish sometimes called a french butter keeper, french butter crock

Silky Blue Travel Mug, car cup, lidded tumbler

Celedon Travel Mug, car cup, lidded tumbler

Misty Blue Travel Mug, car cup, lidded tumbler

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