Mushrooms, Galore!
One joy in creating this collection was squirreling away to the forest, and dubbing it research. I am of the opinion that the best weather comes during fall afternoons, and that spending them sketching next to rotting logs on the cushion of fallen leaves is perhaps one of the best ways to go about enjoying that weather.
- Morgan
To get a further look into the process of creating this collection, head over to my portfolio!
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This collection was inspired by afternoons spent beholding the forest floor in the early fall. I knew almost nothing about mushrooms when I started sculpting them, and while not the most efficient method, it has been a wonderful way to learn.
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The technical focuses in this collection were on sculpting, as well as textural brushwork and application techniques. The simple palette of browns and oranges complement the delicate, handbuilt details.
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All of the items in this collection are handmade. Is the item you want no longer available? Reach out, and we can talk about the possibility of a restock or commission.
I am planning a restock of mush minis and perhaps mushroom bottles in the near future!
These little ceramic mushroom bottles are delightful and useful. Each is hand-thrown, and the lid comes off to reveal that your nice looking piece of ceramic decor is also a very little container. What will it contain??
One of these bottles - the white one with orange dots- has a crack in the middle of the lid, and has been discounted accordingly.
Height-wise, the tallest pictured is 3.75 inches tall, the middle heights are roughly 2.5. The taller one has a small crack in the lid, and has been discounted accordingly.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
This ceramic bottle is delightful to view and to handle, with the mushrooms freehand painted onto it. This piece has been discounted due to the crack in the bottom, but still makes an excellent piece of mushroom themed decor.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This small ceramic bowls are pleasing to the eye, in addition to being fantastic at holding little things. Working as a decorative piece, small dish, or holder of life's various small objects - it is the perfect addition to a kitchen, shelf, counter, or desk! It can also be used as just a regular bowl, and is food, microwave and dishwasher safe. It is approx. 1.5 inches across
This bowl was hand thrown on the wheel, and painted by hand with colored slip. The piece is then fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired again. There are a couple of instances of crawling (little spots where the glaze has pulled back), but it does not impact functionality and has been slightly discounted accordingly.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This ceramic mug is delightful to view and to handle, with the mushrooms carved in relief and an intriguing bubbling texture on the inlaid ceramic slip. A small mug, but with a friendly little slug or snail certain to keep you company as you drink your coffee, cider, tea, or other warm drink. This is both dishwasher (top rack) and microwave safe, though handwashing is recommended for longevity.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and ceramic slip was inlaid into the lines before being scraped away. A handle was added, and the bottom of the piece was dry-brushed with slip. A hand-sculpted mollusk was attached to the top. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This mush water pipe pipe is a joy to look at and feel - the shape of which has been described as “nature’s noot” (the highest of compliments). Adorned with mushrooms climbing up its base and stem, this ceramic pipe is handmade and one of a kind, making it beautiful to both use and look at. The piece is approx. 7 inches tall. It has a small crack in the bowl, and has been discounted accordingly. The crack does not impact functionality, and is just a small bummer.
It was thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay. This piece is hand-painted with colored slips before the pipe's first firing. It is glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more.
It is dishwasher safe, making it an easy clean!!
This mush and fern ceramic vase is a cheery addition to a shelf, desk, mantle, windowsill, or other flat surface. Quite nice to look at, with or without some blooming buds or perky plant popped in there! Adorned with hand painted mushrooms and ferns climbing up and around them, this decorative vase is handmade and one of a kind. Measurements are approximate.
To make this vase, it was thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay. The flowers and leaves are hand-painted with colored slips before the vase's first firing. It was glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more - for good measure (and because that is the process).
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
These small ceramic bowls are pleasing to the eye, in addition to being fantastic at holding little things. Working as a decorative piece, small dish, or holder of life's various small objects - it is the perfect addition to a kitchen, shelf, counter, or desk! It can also be used as just a regular bowl, and is food, microwave and dishwasher safe. They are approx. 2.5 and 1.5 inches across, respectively.
This bowl was hand thrown on the wheel, and painted by hand with colored slip. The piece is then fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired again. There are a couple of instances of crawling (little spots where the glaze has pulled back), but it does not impact functionality and has been slightly discounted accordingly.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This ceramic jar are a nice addition to the home of anyone looking for small storage solutions! Adorned with a mushroom and fern decal on the front and lid, this jar is a darling little container for little objects or treasures. This jar has been discounted due to the crack on the lid. It is approx. 2.5 inches tall.
To make the perfect ceramic storage, this jar was thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay. They are hand-painted with colored slips, and surfaced before the first firing. It is glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more.
Dishwasher safe, should you get the impulse.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
*Due to some clouding with the glaze and two cracks on the bottom of the piece, this cauldron has been discounted accordingly!
Made from white midfire stoneware, this piece was coiled, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
These forest themed woodland animal figurine sets offer a balance between form and function. Designed with durability in mind, these little woodland animals can serve as decor for a shelf, or toys for a young child to play with. Last holiday, I made a set for my 3 year old niece, and while there have been a couple of chipped ears, the set has stood up to play, including being tossed from the 2nd floor banister down to the first floor by her younger sister!). Age recommendation if intended to be toys is 4 and up.
Each piece is shaped and sculpted out of solid clay (as opposed to multiple pieces attached together), giving it a stronger design and decreasing the likelihood of breakages. The pieces are hand painted with colored slips, fired, and then fired again with a clear transparent glaze.
There is a full set offered (one of each animal, trees, stumps, and mushrooms), as well as smaller sets of animals and trees.
These ceramic mushroom minis stole my heart and honestly are just a fantastic little addition to any surface they are put on. Hand sculpted, these mush minis were attached to slices of wood and surrounded by dried moss. They are approx. 2 inches tall.
There are three categories of mush minis, and I have done my best to explain them. If there is a certain one you want please mention it in the note of your order and I'll do my best, but there's a certain lottery element to this listing.
Mini Mush- small single mushrooms, mounted onto wood slice sizes. There are 2 of these.
Many Mini Mush - groupings of mushrooms, mounted onto wood slice sizes. There is 1 of these.
Medium Mush - Single mushrooms, mounted onto wood. There are 2 of these
More Medium Mush - The tallest pictured, also a single mushroom. There is 1 of these.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This ceramic bud vase or bottle is a cheery addition to a shelf, desk, mantle, windowsill, or other flat surface. Quite nice to look at, and with a teeny little lid if you'd like to keep things in there! Adorned with hand painted mushrooms and ferns climbing up and around, along with some butterflies flitting across, these decorative vase is handmade and one of a kind. Measurements are approximate.
To make these, they were thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay. The surface is hand-painted with colored slips before the vase's first firing. It was glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more - for good measure (and because that is the process).
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
It's darling! This little sculpted ceramic antler feels like a found object from a forgotten corner of the forest. Hand sculpted and textured, this 1.5 inch long antler is the perfect addition to your tchotchke shelf, desk, normal shelf, or altar!
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This little ceramic bust is a peaceful and comforting companion - perfect for your desk, nightstand, windowsill, and on a giant wooden pedestal which is placed directly in front of the entrance of your home for all your guests to see. About an inch and a half tall, she is decorated with hand-painted ferns, climbing up towards the sky. Ideal for a little paperweight, tchotchke shelf, normal shelf, desk or tea buddy. Really just a cute gal! A cute gal pal!
This piece was hand shaped and carved, and the flowers freehand painted onto her. She was then fired, glazed with transparent glaze, and fired once more.
The botanical ceramics in this collection, Fairly Floral, are an experiment in style, as well as an exploration of freehand painting and carving techniques. They boast a warm palette of colors, and their blooming florals and leafy foliage have simply been a delight to create and to share.
These little ceramic mushroom bottles are delightful and useful. Each is hand-thrown, and the lid comes off to reveal that your nice looking piece of ceramic decor is also a very little container. What will it contain??
One of these bottles - the white one with orange dots- has a crack in the middle of the lid, and has been discounted accordingly.
Height-wise, the tallest pictured is 3.75 inches tall, the middle heights are roughly 2.5. The taller one has a small crack in the lid, and has been discounted accordingly.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
This mug is a cheery addition to your morning coffee or afternoon tea -perfect to grasp between two hands to keep warm, or hold by the handle while sipping away at your drink! Adorned with painted mushrooms, it is handmade and one of a kind.
To make the best drinking experience, the mug is thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay, while the handle is pulled and shaped by hand. The mug is then hand-painted with colored slips, all before their first firing. It is glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more.
It is food, dishwasher, and microwave safe!
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This ceramic bottle is delightful to view and to handle, with the mushrooms freehand painted onto it. This piece has been discounted due to the crack in the bottom, but still makes an excellent piece of mushroom themed decor.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This small ceramic bowls are pleasing to the eye, in addition to being fantastic at holding little things. Working as a decorative piece, small dish, or holder of life's various small objects - it is the perfect addition to a kitchen, shelf, counter, or desk! It can also be used as just a regular bowl, and is food, microwave and dishwasher safe. It is approx. 1.5 inches across
This bowl was hand thrown on the wheel, and painted by hand with colored slip. The piece is then fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired again. There are a couple of instances of crawling (little spots where the glaze has pulled back), but it does not impact functionality and has been slightly discounted accordingly.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This ceramic mug is delightful to view and to handle, with the mushrooms carved in relief and an intriguing bubbling texture on the inlaid ceramic slip. A small mug, but with a friendly little slug or snail certain to keep you company as you drink your coffee, cider, tea, or other warm drink. This is both dishwasher (top rack) and microwave safe, though handwashing is recommended for longevity.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and ceramic slip was inlaid into the lines before being scraped away. A handle was added, and the bottom of the piece was dry-brushed with slip. A hand-sculpted mollusk was attached to the top. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This mush and fern ceramic vase is a cheery addition to a shelf, desk, mantle, windowsill, or other flat surface. Quite nice to look at, with or without some blooming buds or perky plant popped in there! Adorned with hand painted mushrooms and ferns climbing up and around them, this decorative vase is handmade and one of a kind. Measurements are approximate.
To make this vase, it was thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay. The flowers and leaves are hand-painted with colored slips before the vase's first firing. It was glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more - for good measure (and because that is the process).
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
These small ceramic bowls are pleasing to the eye, in addition to being fantastic at holding little things. Working as a decorative piece, small dish, or holder of life's various small objects - it is the perfect addition to a kitchen, shelf, counter, or desk! It can also be used as just a regular bowl, and is food, microwave and dishwasher safe. They are approx. 2.5 and 1.5 inches across, respectively.
This bowl was hand thrown on the wheel, and painted by hand with colored slip. The piece is then fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired again. There are a couple of instances of crawling (little spots where the glaze has pulled back), but it does not impact functionality and has been slightly discounted accordingly.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This ceramic jar are a nice addition to the home of anyone looking for small storage solutions! Adorned with a mushroom and fern decal on the front and lid, this jar is a darling little container for little objects or treasures. This jar has been discounted due to the crack on the lid. It is approx. 2.5 inches tall.
To make the perfect ceramic storage, this jar was thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay. They are hand-painted with colored slips, and surfaced before the first firing. It is glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more.
Dishwasher safe, should you get the impulse.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
*Due to some clouding with the glaze and two cracks on the bottom of the piece, this cauldron has been discounted accordingly!
Made from white midfire stoneware, this piece was coiled, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
These ceramic mushroom minis stole my heart and honestly are just a fantastic little addition to any surface they are put on. Hand sculpted, these mush minis were attached to slices of wood and surrounded by dried moss. They are approx. 2 inches tall.
There are three categories of mush minis, and I have done my best to explain them. If there is a certain one you want please mention it in the note of your order and I'll do my best, but there's a certain lottery element to this listing.
Mini Mush- small single mushrooms, mounted onto wood slice sizes. There are 2 of these.
Many Mini Mush - groupings of mushrooms, mounted onto wood slice sizes. There is 1 of these.
Medium Mush - Single mushrooms, mounted onto wood. There are 2 of these
More Medium Mush - The tallest pictured, also a single mushroom. There is 1 of these.
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This ceramic bud vase or bottle is a cheery addition to a shelf, desk, mantle, windowsill, or other flat surface. Quite nice to look at, and with a teeny little lid if you'd like to keep things in there! Adorned with hand painted mushrooms and ferns climbing up and around, along with some butterflies flitting across, these decorative vase is handmade and one of a kind. Measurements are approximate.
To make these, they were thrown on the wheel using white, mid-fire stoneware clay. The surface is hand-painted with colored slips before the vase's first firing. It was glazed in a clear, transparent glaze and fired once more - for good measure (and because that is the process).
The ceramics in this set - Mushrooms, Galore! - are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
It's darling! This little sculpted ceramic antler feels like a found object from a forgotten corner of the forest. Hand sculpted and textured, this 1.5 inch long antler is the perfect addition to your tchotchke shelf, desk, normal shelf, or altar!
Made from white midfire stoneware, these pieces were thrown, hand carved, and decorated with colored slip. They were fired, glazed with a transparent, food safe glaze, and then fired for a second time.
The ceramics in this set are inspired by mushrooms, and the forests they inhabit. While the main focus of the set was on sculpture, this collection also explored a more minimal application of colored slips, while experimenting with brushstrokes and texture.
This little ceramic bust is a peaceful and comforting companion - perfect for your desk, nightstand, windowsill, and on a giant wooden pedestal which is placed directly in front of the entrance of your home for all your guests to see. About an inch and a half tall, she is decorated with hand-painted ferns, climbing up towards the sky. Ideal for a little paperweight, tchotchke shelf, normal shelf, desk or tea buddy. Really just a cute gal! A cute gal pal!
This piece was hand shaped and carved, and the flowers freehand painted onto her. She was then fired, glazed with transparent glaze, and fired once more.
The botanical ceramics in this collection, Fairly Floral, are an experiment in style, as well as an exploration of freehand painting and carving techniques. They boast a warm palette of colors, and their blooming florals and leafy foliage have simply been a delight to create and to share.