Tabletop

- Dimensions: 9.25” diameter x 2.75” high

- A gorgeous work of art to be enjoyed every day, this painterly, food-safe serving bowl is ready to be filled with pasta, produce, and just about anything else to be shared around a crowded table. 

- This one-of-a-kind piece is handmade by Australia-native Jess Hicks of Vernor Pots, a ceramic studio and creative workspace dedicated to exploring and celebrating the beauty of intimate daily rituals that shape our existence. With training as both a chef and painter, Jess spent over a decade running two businesses, Astro Coffee and Ochre Bakery, with her husband in Detroit, Michigan. Food and cooking are still an integral part of her daily creative practice, along with ceramics and painting.

- Jess writes: “Vernor Pots is the name my kids gave to my ceramics studio, an old gas station on Vernor Highway in Southwest Detroit. I make pots, and I also cook. Sometimes I paint. The studio is an evolving collaboration of all of the parts of me that used to be separate and that are now finding a home together.”

- We’re proud to offer a collection of Vernor Pots ceramics this holiday season, beautiful works of art to give, receive, and use every day. Hicks' multifaceted artistry comes together in these one-of-a-kind pieces, which feature expressionistic brushstrokes, eye-catching patterns, and vibrant hues. 

- For a fool-proof gift idea, we recommend pairing this bowl with one of our favorite cookbooks, Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking by Marcella Hazan.

- This is a handmade item, hand-washing is recommended. Food safe. 

- Dimensions: 9.75” diameter x 2.25” high

- A gorgeous work of art to be enjoyed every day, this painterly, food-safe serving bowl is ready to be filled with pasta, produce, and just about anything else to be shared around a crowded table. 

- This one-of-a-kind piece is handmade by Australia-native Jess Hicks of Vernor Pots, a ceramic studio and creative workspace dedicated to exploring and celebrating the beauty of intimate daily rituals that shape our existence. With training as both a chef and painter, Jess spent over a decade running two businesses, Astro Coffee and Ochre Bakery, with her husband in Detroit, Michigan. Food and cooking are still an integral part of her daily creative practice, along with ceramics and painting.

- Jess writes: “Vernor Pots is the name my kids gave to my ceramics studio, an old gas station on Vernor Highway in Southwest Detroit. I make pots, and I also cook. Sometimes I paint. The studio is an evolving collaboration of all of the parts of me that used to be separate and that are now finding a home together.”

- We’re proud to offer a collection of Vernor Pots ceramics this holiday season, beautiful works of art to give, receive, and use every day. Hicks' multifaceted artistry comes together in these one-of-a-kind pieces, which feature expressionistic brushstrokes, eye-catching patterns, and vibrant hues. 

- For a fool-proof gift idea, we recommend pairing this bowl with one of our favorite cookbooks, Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking by Marcella Hazan.

- This is a handmade item, hand-washing is recommended. Food safe. 

- Dimensions: Tumbler 1: 4" high x 2.5” bottom diameter x 3” top diameter; Tumbler 2: 3.75” high x 3” top diameter x 2.75” bottom diameter

- A gorgeous work of art to be enjoyed every day, we love to use these painterly tumblers as desktop accessories, pen cups, toothbrush holders, vases for small flowers, or drinking vessels.

- This one-of-a-kind piece is handmade by Australia-native Jess Hicks of Vernor Pots, a ceramic studio and creative workspace dedicated to exploring and celebrating the beauty of intimate daily rituals that shape our existence. With training as both a chef and painter, Jess spent over a decade running two businesses, Astro Coffee and Ochre Bakery, with her husband in Detroit, Michigan. Food and cooking are still an integral part of her daily creative practice, along with ceramics and painting.

- Jess writes: “Vernor Pots is the name my kids gave to my ceramics studio, an old gas station on Vernor Highway in Southwest Detroit. I make pots, and I also cook. Sometimes I paint. The studio is an evolving collaboration of all of the parts of me that used to be separate and that are now finding a home together.”

- We’re proud to offer a collection of Vernor Pots ceramics this holiday season, beautiful works of art to give, receive, and use every day. Hicks' multifaceted artistry comes together in these one-of-a-kind pieces, which feature expressionistic brushstrokes, eye-catching patterns, and vibrant hues.

- This is a handmade item, hand-washing is recommended. Food safe.

- Dimensions: sizes vary slightly; 3.25”-3.5” high x 3.25” top diameter x 2.75” base diameter

- A gorgeous work of art to be enjoyed every day, we love to use these painterly tumblers as desktop accessories, pen cups, toothbrush holders, vases for small flowers, or drinking vessels.

- This one-of-a-kind piece is handmade by Australia-native Jess Hicks of Vernor Pots, a ceramic studio and creative workspace dedicated to exploring and celebrating the beauty of intimate daily rituals that shape our existence. With training as both a chef and painter, Jess spent over a decade running two businesses, Astro Coffee and Ochre Bakery, with her husband in Detroit, Michigan. Food and cooking are still an integral part of her daily creative practice, along with ceramics and painting.

- Jess writes: “Vernor Pots is the name my kids gave to my ceramics studio, an old gas station on Vernor Highway in Southwest Detroit. I make pots, and I also cook. Sometimes I paint. The studio is an evolving collaboration of all of the parts of me that used to be separate and that are now finding a home together.”

- We’re proud to offer a collection of Vernor Pots ceramics this holiday season, beautiful works of art to give, receive, and use every day. Hicks' multifaceted artistry comes together in these one-of-a-kind pieces, which feature expressionistic brushstrokes, eye-catching patterns, and vibrant hues.

- This is a handmade item, hand-washing is recommended. Food safe.

- Dimensions: 8.75” wide x 7” deep x 1 1/8” high

- We're always on the lookout for chic catchalls for keys, rings, desk accessories, and toiletries; this vintage piece fits the bill. We love the modern feel of its graphic blue and white border. 

- At home on an entryway console, desk, coffee table, or vanity.

- This piece is in very good vintage condition, please see our detailed photos.

- Dimensions: 3" top diameter x 3" bottom diameter x 2.75" high x 4" width with handle

- A beautiful example of mochaware pottery in a rare palette, this mug dates to the early nineteenth century.

- Originally used in taverns, mochaware was first produced in England in the late 1700's and imported to America in the early 19th century. Since its inception, it has been beloved for its practicality and day-to-day durability.

- Mochaware’s dendritic pattern is created by dripping an acidic solution on the wet slip of the pottery. The resulting reaction creates the abstract designs we love, reminiscent of a sea fan, seaweed, or sprawling tree limbs.

- In recent years, the craze for this pottery has skyrocketed and its signature motifs and color combinations have become iconic. The palette of this piece is rare and highly coveted.

- Today these decorative objects make beautiful desk accessories, ideal vases, and extraordinary objets d’art.

- This mug is in very good antique condition, showing signs of wear consistent with age and use. Please see our detailed photos.

- Dimensions: 5" top diameter x 2.5" bottom diameter x 2.5" high 

- A beautiful example of mochaware pottery in a rare palette, this footed bowl dates to the early nineteenth century.

- Originally used in taverns, mochaware was first produced in England in the late 1700's and imported to America in the early 19th century. Since its inception, it has been beloved for its practicality and day-to-day durability.

- Mochaware’s dendritic pattern is created by dripping an acidic solution on the wet slip of the pottery. The resulting reaction creates the abstract designs we love, reminiscent of a sea fan, seaweed, or sprawling tree limbs.

- In recent years, the craze for this pottery has skyrocketed and its signature motifs and color combinations have become iconic. The palette of this piece is especially rare and highly coveted.

- Today these decorative objects make beautiful desk accessories, catchalls, and extraordinary objets d’art.

- This bowl is in very good antique condition, showing signs of wear consistent with age and use. Please see our detailed photos.

- Dimensions: 15.25" long x 11.5" deep x 1.25" high

- A simple, elegant platter with a geometric shape and subtle beaded border.

- This transitional piece would work with any tabletop scheme and be a welcome addition to any host's entertaining arsenal.

- This piece is in very good vintage condition. Please see our detailed photos.