NSPottery

They say what you enjoy doing as a kid is a good indication of what you'll do for the rest of your life. Growing up, I always had my hands in some kind of craft project. I loved creating so much that my mom bought paper and markers for my kindergarten Christmas gift exchange, (though the poor kid who ended up with that gift was less than thrilled). I had an entrepreneurial heart from the beginning, setting up display tables at my grandma's house to sell my hand folded origami animals. On the rare occasion that a relative actually forked over cash to humor me (thanks uncle Jason!), I was elated. I guess I was destined to be a handmade business owner.

At the age of 18, I took some wheel-throwing classes at a local pottery studio and fell in love with clay. Taking something as insignificant as mud from the ground and turning it into something that is not only beautiful to look at, but has an intimate role in everyday life is my passion. Whether it's that mug that holds your morning coffee or a necklace that completes your smashing new outfit, I want my pieces to be in your life. I want you to gather your loved ones around the table with a homemade meal served with handcrafted dishes.

I feel completely blessed to be doing what I love and to make a living doing it. Thank you for stopping by and supporting handmade!

Big thanks to Claymore Pictures for the above video shot in 2014