Business Details
Handcrafted Ceramics for Everyday Elegance
Emily Murphy Emily Murphy Pottery is dedicated to creating handcrafted ceramics that blend functionality with artistic beauty. With over 15 years of experience in ceramics, our work focuses on durable, everyday-use pieces designed to replace disposable items. Our expertise lies in soda-fired stoneware and cone 10 porcelain, with a commitment to sustainable practices and local craftsmanship. We prioritize transparency in our process, from material sourcing to finished products, ensuring each item carries the mark of thoughtful creation.Our team combines technical mastery with artistic vision, offering custom solutions for collectors and functional needs alike. This dedication to quality and authenticity has established us as a trusted name in contemporary ceramics.
Services
Handmade Mugs
Honey Pots
Porcelain Plates
Soap Dispensers
Travel Mugs
Custom Ceramics
Wedding Gifts
Holiday Tableware
Artistic Vases
Children's Tableware
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of expertise in soda-fired stoneware and porcelain
- Our glazing techniques create unique, one-of-a-kind surface effects
- We prioritize sustainable practices in material sourcing and production
- Our Minneapolis-based studio maintains direct control over quality
- We combine functional design with gallery-quality artistic standards
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Unique glaze effects
Perfect balance of beauty
Durable functional art
Thoughtful design details
Services
Handmade Mugs
Our stoneware mugs combine ergonomic design with artistic surfaces through soda-firing techniques. Each piece undergoes multiple glazing stages to create reactive surfaces that highlight form details. Available in various sizes and handle configurations, these mugs maintain temperature retention while offering tactile engagement. The collection includes both wheel-thrown and altered forms with textured surfaces that enhance grip and visual interest.
Honey Pots
Porcelain honey pots feature dual-glaze treatments with interior shino and exterior flashing slips. The design incorporates a tight-fitting lid with decorative elements like impressed patterns or decals. Each piece balances practical pouring spouts with aesthetic details that complement both modern and traditional table settings. Available with matching wooden dippers or spoons for complete serving solutions.
Soap Dispensers
Functional soap dispensers combine durable stoneware with commercial-grade pumps in brushed nickel or copper finishes. The design prevents leakage while maintaining aesthetic appeal through surface treatments like slip trailing or stamped patterns. Available in both foaming and regular soap configurations, these pieces bridge practicality with artistic expression in bathroom environments.
Travel Mugs
Insulated travel mugs feature silicone lids and thermal-resistant porcelain construction. The design balances portability with artistic surfaces through layered glazing techniques that withstand repeated use. Available in multiple volume capacities, these mugs maintain beverage temperature while offering secure lid mechanisms for spill prevention during transport.
Custom Ceramics
We create bespoke ceramic pieces tailored to specific functional or artistic requirements. The process includes material selection consultations, surface treatment options, and form customization while maintaining structural integrity. Current lead times and availability for commissions are detailed on our website with progress updates provided throughout creation.
People
Emily Murphy
Owner & Lead Potter
Ceramic artist with 15+ years teaching experience at Lillstreet Art Center and Northern Clay Center. Holds BFA in Ceramics from Earlham College. Specializes in soda-fired stoneware and cone 10 porcelain techniques. Featured in Apartment Therapy and American Emily Murphy Emily Murphy Pottery Festival exhibitions.
Questions
What types of pottery do you specialize in?
We focus on functional stoneware and porcelain pieces including mugs, honey pots, plates, and custom ceramics using soda-firing and cone 10 techniques.
Can I purchase your pottery locally?
Yes, our Minneapolis studio offers direct purchases and we participate in local craft fairs like the No Coast Craft-O-Rama.
Do you offer custom ceramic pieces?
We accept limited custom orders for special projects - contact us through our website for current availability.
How should I care for your ceramics?
All pieces are microwave and dishwasher safe, though hand washing preserves surface details longer.
What makes your glaze effects unique?
Our signature techniques combine soda-firing, shino glazes, and custom surface treatments for distinctive color variations and textures.
Are your pieces food safe?
Yes, all functional ware meets FDA food safety standards with non-toxic glazes and proper firing processes.
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