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Reserve Edition Mini Rose Jars - Available Feb 6-23
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We invite you to celebrate life's smallest things with our Miniature Rose Jar. This piece is the diminutive version of our standard size Craftsman Rose Jar. A trio of roses in windowpanes decorate the bowl of this sweet piece. A tiny lid completes the design. Four color options are available: Cranberry, Teal, Algae and Autumn Reflections. Size is approx. 2.25"h x 2.75"w.
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In the Making of Miniatures
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A conversation with Ken Nekola & Becky Hansen
about making miniatures
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Where did the notion of making miniature pottery originate for you?
Master Potter, Ken: I have been throwing and sculpting production pottery since 1980 and one of my first experiences with miniature pottery was when I made a small coffee and cup set for my daughters to play with. Subsequently, the pottery I worked for was contracted by the Pleasant Company (American Girl Doll) to make tiny tea sets. I enjoy making these small forms.
Are there any special challenges or techniques required to glaze minis?
Master Glazer, Becky: Sometimes glazing miniatures can be trickier than glazing the same pot in a bigger size because there is much less space to create the same effect. The glaze must be applied thinner so that it does not run over the motif. The fine detailing requires a steady hand.
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Ephraim Pottery at the
Grove Park Inn Arts & Crafts Conference
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Kevin Hicks sculpting a lantern for the show
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Join us in picturesque Asheville, North Carolina for the 28th Grove Park Inn Arts & Crafts Conference. We will have a unique offering of new pieces - lanterns, one of a kind pieces, and size variations on our classics. John Raymond will also be debuting his new tile shelves with custom inlaid ceramic medallions. As in years past, it will be a great show! We hope to see you there.
Grove Park Inn Arts & Crafts Conference
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 | Paul McVicker trimming the lantern lid & finishing the handle
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Unable to make it to Asheville? Not to worry, we will also be exhibiting at the 10th Annual Arts & Crafts Show in Chicago this May 16-17. Our artists are currently busy collaborating on new design concepts and testing ideas for this show!
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