Announcement
INSTAGRAM HANDLE: @potterybyshikha
Website: www.potterybyshikha.com
Unique handmade functional pottery, where each pot is made thoughtfully and handcrafted with great care, mirroring my love for clay. I strive to create high quality ceramics for everyday use because as a studio potter working in clay for over 20 years, I have come to believe that a good handmade pot has the ability to touch the soul of the user. I hope that my pots manifest the spirit of joy that led to their creation and in the process, invoke comfort and cheer in the user.
Announcement
INSTAGRAM HANDLE: @potterybyshikha
Website: www.potterybyshikha.com
Unique handmade functional pottery, where each pot is made thoughtfully and handcrafted with great care, mirroring my love for clay. I strive to create high quality ceramics for everyday use because as a studio potter working in clay for over 20 years, I have come to believe that a good handmade pot has the ability to touch the soul of the user. I hope that my pots manifest the spirit of joy that led to their creation and in the process, invoke comfort and cheer in the user.
Items
All Items
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pottery gravy boat, elegant small pitcher, gravy pourer, serving dish for sauce, hand carved, elegant pouring vessel, pottery by Shikha
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pottery gravy boat, ceramic sauce boat, gravy pourer, serving dish for sauce, hand carved, elegant pouring vessel, pottery by Shikha
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rustic pottery mug, wabi sabi coffee mug, ceramic cup with handle, artistic cup with wood fired look, earthy mug, Japanese Pottery, Shikha
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Floral texture coffee mug, hand carved pottery mug, ornate coffee cup with paisley pattern, artsy mug, antique look mug, 16 oz, mug Shikha
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Carved Artistic Mug, Textured Pottery Mug, Ceramic Coffee Cup, Geometric patterns, 12 oz, Specialty Pottery Mug
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Textured ceramic mug, Wabi Sabi Pottery, cup with handle, Rustic coffee mug, 12 oz, Artistic Mug, Shikha
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Wabi Sabi Coffee Mug, Rustic Pottery Mug with Handle, Earthy Cup, Wheel Thrown Stoneware Mug, Artistic Mug, 12oz
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Earthy Coffee Mug, Wabi Sabi Pottery Mug, Rustic Tea Cup, Textured Mug, Wild Clay Mug, Artsy Mug, 12 oz, Shikha
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Wabi Sabi Yunomi, Rustic Japanese tea bowl, Unique Pottery Cup, Wild Clay Cup, Japanese Ceramics, Shikha
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earthy pottery cup, rustic yunomi, wabi sabi japanese tea bowl, ceramic cup, ceramic coffee cup, pottery tea cup, stoneware cup, Shikha
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rustic yunomi, Japanese tea cup, unique teabowl, wabi sabi cup, Ash glaze pottery cup, Artistic Cup, Inspired by nature pottery, Shikha
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Wabi sabi tea bowl, ash glaze yunomi, rustic Japanese pottery, one of a kind pottery cup, Artistic Cup, Inspired by nature pottery, Shikha
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textured yunomi, wood fired look, Japanese pottery, wabi sabi yunomi, rustic and aged cup, Shikha
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Wabi Sabi Yunomi, Rustic Japanese tea bowl, Unique Pottery Cup, Wild Clay Cup, Artistic Cup, Japanese Ceramics, Shikha
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Carved ceramic cup, Japanese tea bowl, carved coffee cup, unique cup, carved yunomi, decorative cup, cup with carving, stoneware cup
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Carved Yunomi, artistic pottery cup, henna design yunomi, Japanese tea bowl, floral pattern cup, stoneware pottery, 8 0z
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Carved ceramic tea cup, rustic pottery cup, unique yunomi, geometric design stoneware cup, artistic pottery, Shikha
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earthy pottery cup, rustic yunomi, wabi sabi japanese tea bowl, ceramic cup, ceramic coffee cup, pottery tea cup, stoneware cup, Shikha
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Artistic Yunomi, Paisley design cup, henna design pottery, carved yunomi, 8 oz, floral patterns, decorative functional pottery, Shikha
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Artistic Yunomi, antique look cup, paisley pattern carving, Japanese tea cup, henna design pottery, functional art, Shikha
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earthy look pottery cup, wood fired look, Japanese cup, yunomi, small teabowl, juice cup, beverage cup, pottery tea cup, coffee cup, Shikha
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Carved ceramic cup, carved pottery cup, rustic coffee cup, unique cup, carved yunomi, decorative cup, stoneware cup, carved cup, Shikha
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small center piece vase, dining table vase, pottery vase for flowers, rock vase, ikebana vase, rust bud vase, ceramic vase with texture
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rock lidded jar, ceramic container, pottery jar, salt cellar, spice jar, sugar jar, kitchen decor, home decor, housewarming gift, unique jar
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Lidded jar, ceramic container, pottery jar, salt cellar, spice jar, sugar bowl, kitchen decor, home decor, housewarming gift
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rustic snack plate, teal ceramic plate, pottery plate, dessert plate, salad plate, small plate, snack dish, handmade plate, Shikha
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rustic snack plate, green and rust ceramic plate, pottery plate, dessert plate, salad plate, small plate, snack dish, handmade plate, Shikha
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rustic snack plate, brown ceramic plate, pottery plate, dessert plate, salad plate, small plate, snack dish, handmade plate, Shikha
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salt cellar ceramic, pottery salt pig, rustic salt keeper, salt server, small bowl with scoop, wabi sabi pottery, salt cellar with spoon
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salt cellar ceramic, pottery salt pig, rustic salt keeper, salt server, small bowl with scoop, wabi sabi pottery, salt cellar with spoon
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rocks salt and pepper shaker set, pottery salt and peppers shakers, rustic salt and pepper shakers, potterybyshikha, Shikha
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peacock platter, ornate platter, decorative platter, paisley design platter, carved platter, ceramic serving platter, center piece platter
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ceramic olive oil bottle with turquoise leaf carving, oil cruet, elegant bottle, oil and vinegar, oil vinegar bottle, oil decanter
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wabi sabi japanese tea bowl, earthy pottery cup, rustic yunomi, Japanese pottery, ceramic coffee cup, pottery tea cup, stoneware cup, Shikha
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rustic matcha bowl, chawan wood fired look,rustic teabowl, Japanese pottery tea ceremony, matcha chawan, wabi sabi teabowl, earthy soup bowl
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wabi sabi japanese tea bowl, earthy pottery cup, rustic yunomi, Japanese pottery, ceramic coffee cup, pottery tea cup, stoneware cup, Shikha
Reviews
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ernest on Jan 17, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful example of Wabi-Sabi. Arrived ahead of time and precisely as described.
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ck on Jan 13, 2021
5 out of 5 starsFor years, I have been on a quest for mugs that appear to be directly from the earth and particularly appear to be carved out of a rock. This piece, while a yunomi cup, is one of the finest, if not the finest, examples I have found, and surprisingly not fired in a wood kiln, which often gives a worn, aged look.
The uneven, unpredictable texture of the surface looks like a rock dug up where other sedimentary materials were touching it causing slight blueish green hues here and there. The cup reminds me why I so love being in the woods or sitting by a stream: The beauty of the natural world made more perfect by simply being left alone in a quiet place. A remarkable achievement. -
springwinter on Dec 15, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThis is a beautiful vase! I appreciate how well it was packed and shipped. Thank you.
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jenniferyb1 on Dec 3, 2020
5 out of 5 starsShikha's work is incredible. I have loved her pieces for many years. Also, she takes great care in shipping her items so that they arrive safely.
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Lauren on Nov 29, 2020
5 out of 5 starsShikha's work is incredible. I was shocked that being able to find such a wonderful handcrafted piece for such an affordable price! I cannot wait to display it with a proper arrangement in my home! Thanks Shikha!
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James on Nov 23, 2020
5 out of 5 starsI am absolutely in love with Shikha's work. My cup arrived today and I immediately put it to use.
I am a commercial photographer. Texture and subtle coloration are so difficult to convey in a photograph. I have to say this piece is even more stunning in person. The Interior of the cup is just as wonderful as the exterior.
Thank you, Shikha. I am looking forward to purchasing another piece from you soon. -
dbny21 on Nov 23, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThis is a beautiful cup with detailed carvings and a range of colors throughout. It also holds a good amount of liquid. Shikha’s pieces are always one of a kind and of the highest quality. Plus, her customer service is top notch.
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quetex1 on Nov 17, 2020
5 out of 5 starsItem even more beautiful than its etsy photo; item arrived safely and undamaged because of excellent packaging; positive e-correspondence; no problems; super etsy seller, whom I recommend
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dbny21 on Nov 11, 2020
5 out of 5 starsI purchased several wonderful items (a plate, bowl and yunomi) from Shikha during the online Texas Clay Festival. Her creativity and originality are apparent in each piece. I really enjoy her carvings and they also help provide a solid grip on this cup. Shikha’s pottery is always a pleasure to use.
About potterybyshikha
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Sharing my craft with clay enthusiasts at the Texas Clay Festival
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My studio in Round Rock TX
HOW IT ALL BEGAN...
I was born and raised in New Delhi, India where I spent the first 22 years of my life. In 1996 I graduated from Delhi University with a Bachelors in Psychology. Growing up, I don’t recall being deeply interested in art, apart from the fact that I was a compulsive doodler, covering every square inch of any given space with random doodles, much to my mother’s exasperation. Of all the grand plans I had regarding my future, being an artist was never on my list.
My first encounter with clay makes for a rather funny anecdote. It happened on the streets of New Delhi, when, fascinated by a potter throwing on his wheel, I decided to give it a shot. I went to this roadside potter and told him I wanted to try my hands at clay. Amused by my desire, for it is not everyday people walk up to him, requesting to learn his craft, the potter delegated his nine-year-old son to indulge me. We sat by the busy street and the little boy centered a lump of clay on the wheel for me to play with. Needless to say, I couldn't make anything that day but the joy of wet clay slipping through my fingers was so enthralling, it took me into a different realm. I was oblivious to the crowd that gathered around us to watch a well-dressed young girl, sitting by the roadside, getting hopelessly muddy under the direction of a little boy. I knew that day, I had found my calling. The seed that was sown in India on that warm spring day, achieved maturity, when I moved to the US, to join my husband in Atlanta, Georgia. There, I got the opportunity to learn pottery at the Callanwolde Fine arts center. Under the direction of Glenn Dair, I became completely immersed in the joy of making pots and spent the next five years learning the subtleties of throwing on the wheel.
In 2003 my husband's job change brought us to Round Rock TX, where I established my home studio, my own little sanctuary, where I have been playing ever since.
ABOUT MY WORK;
My creative process results from an interplay between form and function. I like to explore form, to create pots with unique shapes and personalities, with the underlying guiding factor being, achievement of good functionality. I accentuate the contours of my wheel-thrown and altered pots through carving, making intricate, abstract patterns. The designs are not planned, but result from a spontaneous flow of the hand, guided by influences unconsciously absorbed over the years.
The rich earthy hues strongly appeal to the artist in me, which in turn dictate the choice of my clay and glazes. I formulate my own glazes which are completely food safe. All my pieces are fired to cone 6 oxidation, which translates to about 2167 F, making the pieces non porous, dishwasher safe (unless noted otherwise), resistant to chipping and durable for regular use.
I believe there exists a mutual relationship between a handmade pot and its user. While handmade pots add an element of joy and charm to one's daily routine, this fond usage by the user serves to enhance the beauty and value of the handmade pot.
Shop members
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Shikha
Owner
I believe that a good handmade pot has the ability to touch the soul of the user. I hope that my pots manifest the spirit of joy that led to their creation and in the process invoke comfort and cheer in the user.
Shop policies
I hope that my pots manifest the spirit of joy that led to their creation and in the process invoke comfort and cheer in the user.
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
DAMAGES:
Please report damages to me as soon as possible. Although my pottery is packed with utmost care, accidents can happen. I WILL REPLACE DAMAGED POTTERY OR MAKE A FULL REFUND. I ask that you please send me a photo of the broken pottery with the shipping materials in the picture. This will allow me to file an insurance claim. Please keep the broken pottery and packing materials for a while. The Post Office may contact you to verify it's loss.
RETURNS:
I would like you to be completely satisfied with your purchase, so for some reason if the piece is not what you expected, you can return it within 30 days and get a full refund minus the shipping. Please note that the buyer will be responsible for safe return of the work. Insurance recommended.
Payment
All orders, including custom or made to order work that is not yet made, are to be paid in full at the time of purchase.
If you have questions, this simple description of Etsy's checkout process may help:
http://www.etsy.com/help_guide_checkout.php
Shipping
Shipping charges for international deliveries doesn't cover custom fees or local postal charges. That is the responsibility of the buyer.
Items other than 'made to order' will be shipped approximately within 3-5 business days after payment is received.
I use 'Etsy's calculated shipping which calculates accurate shipping costs based on the size and weight of the item being shipped as well as the destination. So if you would like me to ship the purchased item to an address other than your own please be sure to enter that address for calculating shipping.
Additional policies and FAQs
If you are a local buyer and would prefer to pick up the work from my studio, then at the time check out, enter the coupon code IWILLPICKUP .This will waive off your shipping fee.
You can convo me to set up a convenient pick up time.
Gifts:
If you are buying an item as a gift for someone else and you'd like me to ship it directly, please make sure that the zip code you enter for the purpose of calculating shipping is that where you want me to ship it rather than your own.
If you would like me to add a personal message on your behalf, please send that as well and I will print it out on a card and mail it along with the item.