White bear Dessert Cup Blue x Polka Dot | Kumiko Ishikawa

Gently Enhancing Daily Life

Our works are cute and endearing, incorporating a desire to be a presence that complements daily life, along with a touch of playfulness. They are vessels that transform ordinary, casual moments into special times.

Each piece is carefully shaped using a combination of pottery wheel and slab techniques, then painted with pigments and glazes using a brush, followed by another layer of glaze. This meticulous, time-consuming process results in heartfelt creations that possess a profound and warm expression.

As she says, she is drawn to the modern, functional designs of Scandinavia and Germany, as well as the deep, aged charm of old objects. These essences are sprinkled throughout her creations. They deliver a warmth that allows you to discover new charms every time you see them, and a sense of ease every time you use them.

The smooth feel against your fingertips when you hold them, contrasted with the substantial, rustic texture, gives you a sense of conversing with the clay itself. These vessels naturally brighten your mood just by picking them up, making your dining table joyful and light.

As each item is handmade, there will be individual differences in color, shape, thickness, size, weight, glaze unevenness, glaze pooling, slight wobbling, and subtle variations in patterns and designs. Additionally, some items may have differences in glaze application or crazing, but these do not affect their use. Please enjoy these as unique characteristics of handmade craftsmanship. We cannot guarantee which specific item you will receive, but we hope you look forward to its arrival. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us before shipping, and we can email you additional photos.

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