MABELMOLLY
vintage

Every potter leaves a trace of themselves in their work, be that a curve of the rim, a favourite glaze, a way of holding the clay that becomes unmistakably theirs. In this chapter of Australian Pottery Stories, we celebrate the makers whose pieces carry a strong sense of identity. These are vessels shaped not only by skill, but by personality, intuition, and years of quiet practice.

Across Australia, pottery has long been shaped not only by the hands of its makers but by the places they call home. Country towns, small studios, and community kilns have nurtured generations of potters, each influenced by local clay, local stories, and the quiet rhythms of regional life. In this second chapter of Australian Pottery Stories, we wander through these landscapes. From the lush valleys of Yarra Glen to the coastal air of Busselton, from the historic charm of Ge

There is something deeply comforting about Australian pottery made for the everyday rituals of home. The morning mug. The evening pour. The quiet glow of a candle on a winter table. These are the pieces that live closest to us, the ones we reach for without thinking, the ones that soften the edges of a long day.

South Australia has a long tradition of nurturing ceramic artists whose work feels deeply connected to place. Among them, Pauline Hemer stands out for her warm, expressive style and her ability to capture the quiet poetry of nature. While she is widely known for her whimsical hand‑painted motifs, her organic imprint works reveal a more grounded, tactile side of her practice, one that resonates beautifully with today’s love for slow living, natural textures, and earthy, handm

Autumn in Australia arrives quietly, a soft shift in the light, a deepening of colour, a gentle invitation to gather. As the days cool and the evenings stretch, our homes become places of warmth, nourishment, and connection. This season is all about slow living, earthy textures, and vintage homewares that bring depth and soul to the table.