Maritime Collection

We have been selling retail for a long time, whether from our site, our Etsy store, at arts and crafts shows, or even from our own home gallery, but now we are looking to expand our retail into other stores as well. One such hope is at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, CT. We have been creating a whole new collection of pieces with a maritime theme. Even if we don't sell at the Aquarium, they will be on our Etsy store and are perfect for your beach homes or summer events. Take a look at the gallery below for a preview of some of our new pieces, and make sure to tell us what you think of the new line!

The Many Uses for "Ring Bowls"

There is a growing obsession with these tiny bowls, especially for wedding gifts, favors, or bridesmaids' gifts. And I can't help but be enthralled with them myself! In fact, I've made several, from the teeny, tiny dish to the large bowl! (OK, not that large, if it's still to be called a ring bowl!)

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The dishes have a few obvious uses:

  • on a nightstand before bed, to place your everyday jewelry
  • on a windowsill for your rings, for doing dishes
  • on a table right inside the front door, for spare change

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But what about the ring bowls? They don't seem to be as popular, but I would argue they should be even more desirable than their dish counterparts, because they have many more uses! They can do anything a dish can do, plus more!

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A ring bowl can be used:

  • to hold more jewelry than just your everyday pieces (I use one to hold all my rings)
  • to hold men's items, like collar stays and cuff links
  • to collect spare buttons
  • to hold coin, button, bead collections
  • candle or tea light holders
  • to hold hair clips, bobbi pins, hair ties
  • to hold desk items, like paper clips and extra staples
  • in the bathroom for cotton balls and Q-tips
  • and finally, because our pottery is perfect for use every day in the kitchen, you can use these small bowls for food! Cereal, grapes, goldfish, you name it!

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So why aren't you collecting ring bowls?

Our New Etsy Store

Here's a peak at the new items available in our new and improved Etsy store. And here's an even better treat: you get an exclusive 10% off coupon, available to our blog readers only! Just type JEBLOG at checkout. No minimum purchase.
Check back every day for new items in our store! And remember, all our pieces are stoneware, so they are very durable and perfect for every day use. They will not chip or break easily. All pieces are microwave and dishwasher safe.

CLEARANCE!

Every year after the Christmas season, we've had a clearance section on our website. This year, it's on Etsy, and it's a big one! Over 20 beautiful pieces, ranging in price from only $6 to $15! This is a clearance you will not want to miss!Each item is a quality, handmade piece of pottery that is very durable and ideally suited for use every day! But they also make beautiful items for home decor and gifts. The only reason these pieces are on sale so low is because of our new bowls! We have many, many new bowls being made every day and we simply need more room.So make sure to check out the clearance section and order your favorites today!

Your Invitation

Annual Holiday Open HouseSaturday, December 1st, 10am - 6pmSunday, December 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

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Jean Elton Studio & Gallery

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Come and browse through our home, gallery,and pottery studio as you sip coffee or ciderand check off your Christmas gift list!

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Hand Made OrnamentsFloral Christmas Trees

Specialty Table Top Items

Christmas Dinnerware

Hand Painted Glassware

Candleholders & Holiday WreathsDecorated Wrought Iron

Home Decor Items

Collectibles

Baby Star Bibs & Blankets

Handcrafted Jewelry

Mexican Gifts

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Presented by:

Lois Barker

Barbara DorchinskyDenise Janci

Wendy Kaufman

Adriana LobatoKathy Sackett

Amy Willers

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And featuring a gallery of our pottery students work:

Roni Widmer

Devony Widmer

Morgan Cutter

Missy Hill