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To those people, wherever you are, we are now taking care of the pieces you once picked yourself with soul, inherited from a loved one, or were gifted by friends or family.

When we know where a piece came from, whose hands shaped it, which table it once graced, what era it belonged to, it becomes more than an object. It becomes a thread in a much larger tapestry of human experience.

Vintage prints are versatile and fit into any decor style. We love mixing old and new for a fresh look. Place a vintage print above a modern sofa or in a gallery wall with family photos. They add texture and interest instantly.

A friendly, practical guide for new collectors. Old Ballarat Pottery Mugs - Buy now Where the Journey Begins Starting a vintage collection is like opening a door to a world of beauty, history, and discovery. It doesn’t require expertise, only curiosity. This guide helps new collectors understand what to look for, how to care for pieces, and how to build a collection that feels personal and cohesive. 1. Start with What You Love Do you love: - pottery? - crystal? - textiles? -

A gentle exploration of why old things make us feel grounded. The Emotional Weight of Objects Vintage Rose Plate Set - Buy now There’s a reason vintage pieces make a home feel warmer. It's not just their patina or craftsmanship, it’s their story. Objects with history carry emotional resonance. They remind us of continuity, of time, of the hands that came before ours. A vintage mug feels different to drink from. A crystal bowl feels different to hold. A wooden tray feels diff

A table set with history, craftsmanship, and quiet beauty. A Table That Holds a Thousand Stories Rare Mid-Century Furstenberg Porcelain Dinner Service - Buy now There is a particular kind of magic that happens when you set a table with European porcelain. It’s not just the gleam of fine china or the delicate weight of a teacup between your fingers. It’s the feeling, that soft, nostalgic tug that you are holding something with a past. A plate that once sat on a Sunday table i

A hopeful look at why vintage is more relevant than ever. Kim Hunter Storage Jars - Buy now A Shift Toward Meaningful Living The world is changing, and so are our homes. People are moving away from fast décor and toward pieces that feel intentional, sustainable, and soulful. Vintage is at the heart of this shift. Why Vintage Is the Future 1. Sustainability Vintage reduces waste, honours materials, and keeps beautiful objects in circulation. Walther Krystalglas Bowl - Buy now

There is a certain kind of beauty that doesn’t ask for attention. It simply exists. Quiet, grounded, elemental. It’s the beauty of objects shaped by hand, softened by time, and made from materials that come directly from the earth. This is the heart of our Primitive Minimalism Collection at Mabelmolly Vintage.

In the years after the Second World War, Australian homes were shifting. Families were building new lives, new rituals, and new aesthetics. There was a longing for beauty that felt both familiar and distinctly local, something that honoured heritage while celebrating the landscape people were growing into.

Across Australia, many of the most evocative ceramic forms have been shaped by women. Potters who draw inspiration from landscape, flora, and the quiet poetry of domestic life. Their work often carries a softness that is not fragile, but deeply grounded. A strength expressed through curve, texture, and botanical detail.

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.