Pottery & Ceramics

If there's a soul to Over the Moon, it lives on the pottery shelves. Hand-thrown stoneware has a warmth that mass production can never copy: the slight wobble of a wheel-thrown rim, the way a glaze pools and breaks over a curve, the satisfying weight of a mug that fits your hand exactly.

What You'll Find

Our potters work in a range of forms and finishes. Mugs are the perennial favorite — the kind you reach for every morning until it becomes your mug. Bowls run from tiny ring dishes to generous serving pieces. There are vases for a single stem or a fistful of wildflowers, platters made for the center of the table, and everyday pieces like spoon rests, berry colanders and butter dishes.

Glazes Inspired by the Coast

Many of the pieces wear glazes that echo the island: sea-foam greens, deep harbor blues, sandy creams and the warm browns of marsh and driftwood. Because glaze chemistry reacts differently in every firing, no two pieces are identical — each carries a one-time-only pattern born in the kiln.

How to Choose Pottery That Lasts

• Pick it up. Handmade pottery should feel balanced and comfortable. Trust your hands.
• Check the foot. A well-finished base sits flat and won't scratch your table.
• Ask about use. Most studio stoneware is food-safe, microwave- and dishwasher-friendly — but it's always worth confirming with a piece's maker.
• Buy what you'll use. The best pottery isn't displayed; it's lived with.

Caring for Handmade Stoneware

Treated kindly, good pottery lasts for generations. Avoid extreme temperature shocks, and hand-wash your most treasured pieces to keep glazes bright. To learn more about ceramic traditions, the Smithsonian American Art Museum holds a rich collection of studio ceramics worth exploring. When you're ready, see how pottery fits into our wider gift guide or return to the shop overview.