A Ship Load of Sheep

We've had an influx of ceramic sheep this morning, all about to jump on the courier over to Wharekauhau Lodge in the Wairarapa. They are sold off in wee flocks to various international guests - so neat to think of them now scattered around the globe after precarious travels home in their owners suitcases!

All made with love by a kiwi ceramicist in Putaruru!

Marinski Handmades

We find these handmade plates and bowls by Marina Marinski so sweet!! Marina is a jewellery maker, art historian and animal lover; designing all sorts from illustrated necklaces, brooches and earrings to painted ceramics. 


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Lenneke Wispelwey Ceramics

Dutch designer Lenneke Wispelwey founded her studio in 2008 in Arnhem.

Her pastel coloured products with mathematic/geometric patterns are the result of a very low-tech way of designing. 

Lenneke finds a basic, simple approach to techniques and materials very important to communicate her vision and her way of working. She prefers creating a family of products because as an only child she had always a desire for a bigger family. 

Her work is also known for the use of different shades of one colour, and playing with the contrast between biscuit and glazed porcelain. She creates honest and harmonious designs, inspired by her own memories and found pieces from every day life. 

She feels her work should make people smile - we agree!

Brett Kern's Ceramic Sculptures

Now these guys are cool!! 

Artist Brett Kern creates detailed ceramic objects that at first appear almost indistinguishable from inexpensive inflatable toys. Kern mimics the wrinkles and forms of air-filled toys like dinosaurs, astronauts, balloons, and even whoopie cushions but they are all made from clay.

Surgically Altered Ceramics by Beccy Ridsdel

UK-based artist Becky Ridsdel creates fun yet strangely macabre interventions where ceramics have been surgically altered to reveal additional layers of detail. Where the word surgery might normally evoke blood and guts, Ridsdel instead reveals further floral patterns inside bone china plates and cups. 

Fantastic New Bob Steiner Lamp Bases!

There are now three new shapes to choose from! These are slightly smaller than the 'Dalek' and 'Lotus' so they are the perfect size for a bedside table! 

Pop in and check out the colour options to custom make your perfect base - now with 6 different base styles to choose from...how exciting!

... MORE Homestyle Magazine Goodness: Bob Steiner

As mentioned last week, there is a third, fabulous reason to grab yourself a copy of Homestyle magazine this month; there is a lovely article on our very dear ceramicist Bob Steiner! Go on, check it out!

Bob Steiner Wall Shapes

Some great tropically flavoured wall shapes by Bob Steiner are now sitting pretty in the shop!

Royal Doulton Platter

Just a gorgeous Royal Doulton platter currently for sale in the shop!

Flying Tui

There are ceramic tuis flying over our walls once more...

Coming and Goings

Evidence of some of the comings and goings at esdesign this week... from sweet ceramic dishes, to new Bob Steiner vases, to vintage style sailboat fabrics to wingback Cintique chairs!

What A Hoot!

Here are two little ceramic owls by Bob Steiner - custom made for a client and all boxed up, ready for their new home!

House of Silje Aune Eriksen

Here's a little sneak peak into the home of Norwegian ceramicist Silje Aune Eriksen - as found over at one of our favourite blogs, Bodie and Fou. (Photos by Trine Thorsen).

Check Out These Jugs!

Chelsea must have known when she got dressed this morning that we were expecting a shipment of new Bob Steiner product - look at how well she co-ordinates with the celadon 'Cuba' jug!?

Stephanie Cahorel

It's that time of year again, which means we've got new product in store so that you have lots of options for pressies - which includes a whole range of new brooches, earrings and necklaces by ceramicist Stephanie Cahorel!

Colour Block Tiki

We've just received some tiki blocks from Bob Steiner, in fabulous bright, citrus colours for summer! Come and grab one now!