They’re strong — but not invincible.
Yes, even that translucent porcelain plate with the 22k gold around the edge is sturdier than it looks. But let’s not push it. Don’t bang it against your sink. Don’t stack it naked with the rest of the crowd. Let it have its breathing space. A bit of felt or tissue between pieces will do.

 

 About that gold.
If your piece has 22k genuine gold — and mine often do — treat it like jewelry. That means:

 

Avoid dramatic temperature shifts.
Ceramics, like most of us, don’t do well with shock. If something just came out of the fridge, don’t pop it straight into a hot oven or fill it with boiling liquid. Let it take a breath. Room temperature is your friend.

 

Dishwasher? Technically yes, but…
Many of my pieces are high-fired and robust enough for the dishwasher. But still — think of it like tossing a cashmere sweater in with your gym clothes. It’ll survive, maybe. But why risk it? Handwashing is safer. And more satisfying, honestly.

 

Microwave? See Rule #2 again.
If there’s no gold, platinum, or metallic glaze — you’re probably fine. Just don’t reheat black clay mugs too long; they get really hot. Use a napkin or towel. Your fingertips will thank you.

 

Stains, crazing & little quirks.
Over time, mugs might stain. A paste of baking soda and water clears things right up. And if you notice tiny surface lines (a.k.a. crazing), don’t panic — it’s a natural part of the glaze aging and adapting. Like smile lines on your favorite face.

 

That color? It stays.
The deep greens, velvety blacks, and bold blues aren’t just on the surface — they’re part of the clay itself.
I use underglazes and oxides fired deep into the form. What you see is fused into being — not applied.
Yes, it’s food safe.
Yes, it’s here to stay.
No ghosting, no drama. Just color with commitment.
Once glazed, always yours.

 

About furniture (yes, let’s talk about tables).
Handmade ceramics have personality — and so do surfaces. Wood, marble, lacquered finishes… some surfaces mark more easily than others. The bases are smoothed by hand, but handmade doesn’t mean friction-free perfection. Lifting rather than dragging is always preferable, as it keeps both the ceramic and the furniture looking their best. If you love your table (and I assume you do), a felt pad, a linen placemat, or a moment of attention when setting things down goes a long way. Think coexistence, not battle.

 

Use them. Please.
The worst thing you can do to your handmade ceramics is let them collect dust in a cabinet.
They are made to be used — to hold food, to carry stories, to make the everyday a little more special.
If a plate breaks, it’s not a tragedy. It’s life.

 

Caring for your ceramics is not about rules. It’s about attention. It’s about being the kind of person who chooses better, uses what they love, and doesn’t mind washing a dish by hand because it means something.

My work carries time in it. Thought. A bit of clay, a bit of stubbornness, and a lot of love. I make these pieces so that they live with you — not as decoration, but as company. And with a little tenderness, they’ll stick around long enough to become part of your rituals.