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Welcome to Mystery Creek Ceramics
Your one stop shop for colourful ceramics for you home, ceramic supplies to express yourself in pottery and creative pottery classes
We’ve Relocated – But We’re Still Here!
Welcome to the next chapter of Mystery Creek Ceramics. Our passion for bold, bright ceramics continues, and we’re excited to share what’s next!
Our Ceramics
We’re still creating the vibrant, handcrafted ceramics you love. You can shop online, pre-order, visit the Larder at MADE, or find our work through stockists across Aotearoa. No matter what, we’ll always be making ceramics to brighten your day!
Pottery Supplies
We continue to supply potters with quality materials. Order online with pickup available from our studio in Kihikihi. We place a bulk order once a month, and we’ll send out an email beforehand—so let us know if there’s something you need!
Join our private Facebook group to ask questions and connect with fellow ceramicists.
Kiln Firing
Need kiln firing? We’ve got you covered. Book online and drop off/pick up your pieces at our Kihikihi studio.
Pottery Classes
We’re planning new pottery classes! Stay in the loop by signing up for our newsletter—you’ll be the first to know when bookings open.
Read the lastest updates from Alex
Painting vs. Dipping: Which Glazing Technique Should You Choose?
When it comes to glazing your ceramic pieces, the choice between painting and dipping often boils down to the scale of your production and the aesthetic you want to achieve. Here's a guide to help you decide which method best suits your needs.
Creative Matters Podcast
I had the absolute pleasure of being a guest on the Creative Matters Podcast with Mandy Jakich! 🎙️
Studio Game-Changers: Custom Tools to Boost Your Pottery Practice
In our studio, we’re always looking for ways to improve efficiency and streamline our processes. Some of our best ideas have come from unexpected places, and occasionally, we’ve even created custom tools to solve specific challenges. Today, we’re excited to share two tools we’ve developed—the glaze claws and the Mystery Creek Ceramics knife—and how they’ve transformed our workflow.
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Mastering Pottery: Tips for Developing Your Style and Creative Range
When I teach, I remind my students (and myself) of an important truth: successful ideas don’t appear overnight. The striped range wasn’t an out-of-nowhere moment of genius; it was the result of years—actually, seven years—of practice, experimentation, and gradual refinement.
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Cream vs White Clay: The Challenges and Benefits
In the world of ceramics, the type of clay you choose can significantly impact your creative process and the outcome of your artwork. Whether you're throwing on the wheel or handbuilding intricate forms, understanding the characteristics of different clay bodies is essential. One of the primary considerations is the color and how it influences the behavior of the clay.
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As I write this we are 3 days and 21 hours away from the seconds sale. The seconds sale is an exciting full on day for us here at Mystery Creek Ceramics and for anyone that visits us on that...
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A PEEK INTO THE STUDIO..
