The problem with being a potter? Too many ideas… and not enough shelf space.  Over the years, I’ve made (and kept!) so many pieces I’ve loved - but with kitchen shelves groaning and space running out, I’ve decided it’s time to (grudgingly) part with a small selection from my personal collection.
 
These are pre-loved, gently used, and full of character - and they’re all being offered at a discounted price to reflect that.
 
Made in honour of the King’s Coronation in 2023, this bespoke platter was a limited edition piece I was proud to offer my customers. Naturally, I kept one for us - we used it that celebratory weekend, but since then it’s lived quietly in the keepsake cupboard. In my (humble) opinion, it’s far too fabulous to sit hidden away, but as space and pottery are at war in our house, into the shelf sale it goes - for any Royalist fans who missed out the first time. It’s quite the statement, even if you’re not into King Charles!
 
This regal large oval platter measures 34cm long, 27cm wide and stands 4cm tall. It features a flowing ribbon edged in gold, a ‘God Save the King’ emblem, and an additional gold rim around the edge for good measure.
 
We kept this particular one because - during making - it came with a few quirks. I adapted them, of course, and I’d go so far as to say they’ve made it even more unique (if I may proudly suggest!).
 
One end of the ribbon snapped while drying, so instead of the planned V-shape, I shaped it flat.
On the others in this series, the ribbon was painted red, white and blue. I marked out guide lines to glaze along, but on this piece, one of those marks went a little deeper than intended and separated slightly during the first fire. The result? A lovely flow to the ribbon - technically a flaw, but I see it as a joy.
There’s also a light scattering of pinprick bobbles in the glaze across the platter - not dramatic, but worth flagging.
 
Everything is shown clearly in the photos, and reflecting these unique quirks, its gently pre-loved nature, and the fact it commemorates a past event, it’s been discounted by 65%.
 
 
Caring for your pottery:
Marigold and Lettice pottery is made from white earthenware clay and designed to be used and enjoyed every day. We personally use our pieces in the oven, dishwasher, and microwave. However, to prolong the life of your pottery, handwashing is the gentler choice, as dishwashers can be tough on handmade items due to high-pressure jets and strong detergents and may overtime cause damage and speed up any grazing in the glaze. 
While we do microwave our own pieces, for longevity we suggest heating food in the oven where possible. 
 
I M P O R T A N T    I N F O R M A T I O N
Our china looks and feels very (very) different to mass-produced pottery; it’s not fine or delicate, but wonderfully chunky and full of texture, you’ll see thumb prints, makers marks, glaze specks/drips and heaps of individuality. We call it perfectly imperfect pottery and firmly believe it’s all the better for it!