paulawestpottery
Friday Harbor, Washington ·
paulawestpottery
Handmade Porcelain Ceramics | San Juan Island, WAFriday Harbor, Washington 89 Sales On Etsy since 2009
Announcement
A small, ceramics studio on San Juan Island, WA, creating unique, handmade, porcelain ceramics. WWW.PAULAWESTPOTTERY.COM.
Follow me on instagram @paulawestpottery for frequent updates and new works.
Announcement
A small, ceramics studio on San Juan Island, WA, creating unique, handmade, porcelain ceramics. WWW.PAULAWESTPOTTERY.COM.
Follow me on instagram @paulawestpottery for frequent updates and new works.
Reviews
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Jennie Laird on Feb 29, 2016
5 out of 5 starsCan't wait to figure out a use for this quirky lovely piece.
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Jennie Laird on Feb 29, 2016
5 out of 5 starsLove the flower mug. Whimsical and means it. Excellent packaging for shipping.
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Jennie Laird on Feb 29, 2016
5 out of 5 starsElegant but substantial at the same time. Excellent packaging for shipment.
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Jennie Laird on Feb 29, 2016
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful and lovely. Shipped/packed so well. I've been to her studio and will love to go again in the future.
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Shannon Skillcorn on Feb 28, 2016
5 out of 5 starsI love the simplistic yet quirky style of Paula West. Love my new mug, it arrived very quickly and was packed very well.
About
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the studio
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Workshop
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my morning commute
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Photo credit: Joan Benney
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Unloading a bisque kiln. photo credit Joan Benney
Handmade in a small studio one at a time
I have been working in clay for 30 years, making and selling pots to my local community, opening my studio to visitors, sharing my joy of creating and raising two boys with my husband on a small island in the Pacific Northwest. Merging function, craft and art, I love to make useful objects that people can interact with, creating a connection to the maker, a meaningful experience and bringing beauty into your home.
Shop members
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Paula West
Owner
Studio Potter living on a small island in the Pacific Northwest.
Shop policies
All my pottery is made by me in my studio on San Juan Island, Wa. I run a small studio and showroom that is open to visitors.
I love clay and strive to make beautiful, unique, interesting vessels that are functional. I consider myself a studio potter as I am constantly changing and tweaking my designs and forms to keep it interesting for my collectors and myself.
All my forms are shaped on the potters wheel or from slabs and are hand painted and glazed. I use a variety of techniques to decorate my pieces. My designs are drawn on greenware then wax resist, slips, carving and sgraffitto are used to achieve the desired design. I make my own glazes and slips and purchase a few of the brighter underglaze colors. Pieces are fired in oxidation to cone 6.
I know it is difficult to purchase pottery without touching it. Therefore if you purchase a piece and are not completely satisfied, I will replace or refund. I want my customers to be happy with their purchase. Keep in mind that all pieces are handmade and may vary in color and shape.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Accepted payment methods
- Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
- Check
Returns and exchanges
If pieces are damaged in shipping, please take a photo ( for insurance ) and return the package. If pieces have to be made, please allow 8 weeks. Let me know asap for returns. The buyer is responsible for return shipping.
Payment
If you prefer to pay by check, contact me. However I will not ship until checks clear, usually 2 or 3 business days.
Sales tax will be charged for Washington state residents.
Shipping
Pieces are wrapped in bubble wrap and packed in packing peanuts. I try to use recycled materials when I can. All packages are insured.
If you wish to have items shipped to a different address, please let me know in the comments section of your order.