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Happy Wednesday, everyone!

Now that I'm back from vacation, I'm ready to hit the ground running. First up is the Art in the Park this Saturday, the 27th. I'll be outside at the starting at 11am.

I pulled some awesome pieces from the kiln Monday & I'm pretty excited to share these with y'all. On Saturday, I'll have plant spikes, trinket jars & boxes, vases, trivets, mini animals, pig planters, & some other fun surprises.

Stop by if you're in town! If you see something in these pics that you'd love to have, but aren't anywhere near the Fargo-Moorhead area, please reach out to me. I'd love to create something for you & ship it to your home.

Have a great week!

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My Rocky Mountain Regional Reps dropped off more ceramics at The Walsenburg Mercantile yesterday. They restocked the plant feeders, rearranged a few things, and added some of my favorite new-to-me pieces. The sunflower lotus bowl is SO awesome AND it's food-safe! Oh and the cats...oh em gee fer cute.

If you're in Southern Colorado, swing by The Walsenburg Mercantile! It's a rad place, fo sho!

I'm always on the look out for small businesses who have just what I'm looking for. Recently, I stumbled across Wes Lights Trees & their amazing ceramic tree lights. I just HAD to order some special lights for some special trees. Can you guess which one of these I ordered???

Hellllooooooooo!!!

I've been hella busy in the Badio this week. Between finding my grandparents' pumpkin mold to fun glazing including this rainbow lotus bowl, I'm keeping my benches full of ceramics! I'm also restocking stores and registering for markets.

While I wait to hear if I've been selected for (hopefully) my next event in July, I wanted to update y'all with the market I know I'll be at :-) The Fargo-Moorhead Pride in the Park event is SO much fun and I'm ecstatic to be back. This bowl, along with a whole lotta other stuff, will be available for purchase on August 10th at Bluestem. Hope to see you there!

Here's info on the event:
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I found the lid!!!!! This just made my day.

Restocked a few plant watering spikes at .supply including a mushroom 🍄😁

If you're around Brewhalla, swing by the store, pick up a spike or two, & say hi to Hailey!

Have a great weekend everyone 🍻😁

Allllrighty. Trying this post for the second time.

TL;DR: the search for a matching pumpkin mold lid is on-going.

I spent my morning back in the Badio. Marc helped by unpacking from yesterday's market while I prepped for pumpkin pouring. It took a lot longer than I had expected, but that's OK.

The mold from my granddad's lot has been collecting dust. Since it's almost spooky season, I thought it was time to clean it & pour. Unfortunately, I couldn't find the lid. I had 3 lids but only 2 bases.

After a chat with my mom, & pics of her blue pumpkin granddad made for her, I figured the lid for his mold is somewhere, but not in the Badio. But I did have another base & lid from another lot I purchased last year. So pouring commenced.

It took about 4 gallons of slip to pour this pumpkin from Duncan. It was one heavy mamma-jamma even without the slip.

The first 2 pics are the pumpkin I poured. The third is granddad's pumpkin base (S-227). The rest are me pouring this honker of a pumpkin.

For the record, this isn't my biggest mold. That honor belongs to a bigass serving bowl from the Twylby Collection. That beast is next on my "to pour" list.

Happy Sunday!

Good morning and happy Wednesday!

This Saturday, I'll be at the SheyWest Father's Day Market starting at 9am. You will love what I've got on my bench right now almost ready for final firing. There's a Bison valet, Vikings trivet, owls, small sitting cats, a Pokemon ball or two (that's really a lidded bowl), and so much more.

I'm lucky enough to get two tables this time, so guess what...I'm having a sale. If you've seen my booth before, you may have seen my "Bargain Bin". These pieces didn't pass QA, but they're good enough to want a new home. This time, I'll have a "Bargain Table" full of my QA disappointments (see pic). These pieces are fine...ish. Some have blemishes, some the color didn't come out right, while others are just...disappointments. Everything on this table will be reduced in price, so now's your time to take advantage of this awesome sale!

See you on Saturday! I'll be inside the Ivy Room from 9am-5pm.

Link in the comments!

While cleaning greenware in our backyard, one of my new supervisors stopped by to check on my work. He's a real stickler, that's for sure.

Here's the "after" shot!

I am pretty happy with how this batch turned out. I did have a casualty though...the Christmas tree platter didn't make it. I'm pretty sure the massive crack was due to the fall it took during glazing. Stupid gravity.

2 more batches to fire before the Fathers Day Market on July 15th, so I gotta keep movin'. I'll have some fantastic items perfect for dads, especially if they're a little nerdy. Or are an NDSU fan. Hope to see you there!

Firing up the kiln again!

This time, I have plant spikes, a Christmas tree platter, vases galore, some owls, some pendants I'm trying out, and some lotus bowls. Crossing my fingers things will turn out OK!

I cannot believe it's June. Who pressed the fast-forward button on 2024?! Whoever did it needs to be put in time-out :-)

My next market is coming up in two weekends, just in time for Father's Day. I'll have some new pieces this time around; lotus bowls and small vintage cats. As always, I'll have plant watering spikes, vases galore, mini animals, a couple of valets, some pig planters, and trinket jars.

I'll be inside the Ivy Room, so if you're in the area, swing by!
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UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, I will not be at the BBQ this Thursday. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to purchase any of my ceramics as seen on my website.

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Next Thursday, you can find me at the annual Rail District BBQ in Dilworth :-) I will have all the usual awesome stuff like plant spikes, pig planters, mini animals, and vases. I will also have new stuff like this amazing lotus bowl from my grandparent's mold stash.

If you're in the area, swing by! There will be food, music, & other vendors celebrating spring/summer with a street party.

Hope to see you there!
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I just loaded the kiln with a bunch of plant spikes. They'll all be available for purchase tomorrow at the Fargo Makers Market. I'll have an anniversary sale tomorrow too, so swing by if you're in town!

I'm back in my Badio & I'm so excited! I also have a helper, Sweet Pea. She & her brother Vern love to stop by (for treats). It's always fun to see these two 😁

This spring & summer looks to be busy for me. Not only is my Rocky Mountain Regional Volunteers (aka Dad & Mom) working on new consignments for me, I'm also vending at some amazing markets! To keep up to date on my whereabouts, check out my website for more info: https://www.uncomnceramics.com/contact/

The next market I'll be at is this coming Sunday. I'm headed back to the .makersmarket! Hope to see you there!

I've been back in the Badio for the past week or so, pouring & cleaning as much as I can. I even have a new-to-me mold (the owl)! I'm going to experiment on glazing this little guy & hope it comes out OK. If not, I'm sure I'll put it in the bargain bin.

My back patio/studio (appropriately named Badio) is such an inspiring space. The windows let in amazing sunlight, the birds chirping provide the best morning soundtrack, & sometimes the neighbors cat Vern stops by for pets. I've missed being back here, not to say my Craftice sucks. It's just good to get fresh-ish air & a change of scenery.

It’s been just over a year since I started unCOMN ceramics. It seems like just yesterday I was dreaming about starting my own ceramics company in Denver. I never thought I would be able to, not to mention do so in Moorhead, Minnesota. It’s been a year full of remembering processes, learning new techniques, and all the business back-end stuff needed to get things going. I’m so very thankful for all the things, most of all my husband, family, friends, and customers.

As I start year two, I have several goals I’d like to achieve. While I get them all on my Trello Board, I wanted to thank all who have helped me and continue to support my business.

At my next market (Fargo Makers Market on April 28th at Fargo Brewing Company), I’m offering a few specials just for y’all! First, I’m offering a 10% discount on your total purchase! Next, since Mother’s Day is coming up, I’ll have a Mother’s Day Bundle where you can purchase a bud vase and a mom vase for only $25. It’s a perfect gift for your mom! Lastly, I’m offering my mini animals 3 for $25! This includes mini owls, dragons, and chicks. FWIW, yes the 10% off your purchase applies to the bundles!

Thank you to everyone who has helped me in my journey. From all the amazing people who helped us move, to our new friends in the FM area, and all of my fantabulous customers…THANK YOU!!!

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Holy COW I'm so very very excited to be one of the 95 new businesses featured in the April edition of Fargo Monthly! Check out the blurb on page 24 via their online mag: https://issuu.com/fmspotlight/docs/fm_april24_1

If you're in the FM area, you can get a hard copy at local retailers who have those old timey newspaper stands (i.e. Hornbacher's). 😉

This is SUCH a fantastic way to celebrate my first year in business! I'll post more about my anniversary this weekend, but until then, have a GREAT Friday and a wonderful weekend!!!

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Fargo Monthly April 2024 This month, we're exploring the new businesses that have made their way to the FM area. From shopping to eateries and more! Check it out!

All set up & ready to go at the April Market! While it's windy outside, it nice inside 😁 I have all sorts of fun stuff for spring, so stop by if you're in the FM area!

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Good morning and happy Friday!!!

If you happen to be in Southern Colorado, please stop by The Walsenburg Mercantile. Not only do they have some amazing foods and coffee, but there are a LOT of amazing artisans selling their wares (myself included). Just this week, my fantastic parents stopped by and restocked my shelf!

As you can see, new stuff has arrived including items perfect for Easter baskets! There are mushrooms🍄, vases, owls🦉, dragons🐉, an egg🥚, a mason jar, and other items to jazz up your spaces.

Even if you're not in Southern Colorado, a trip to Walsenburg is highly recommended. Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!

Just a sneak peak for tomorrow's Fargo Makers Market! I'll be there as long as the brewery is open😁

I totally forgot to take a selfie with my Dilworth Post Office BFF this afternoon. I'll try to remember next time, but for what it's worth, 2 packages full of ceramics are headed to The Walsenburg Mercantile!

If you're in southern Colorado & need some spring or Easter knickknacks, head to The Merc! I sent an egg, basket, Mason jar, vases, dragons, owls, & of course, plant watering spikes!

(while you're there, I highly recommend having lunch or a snack or coffee...I looove The Mercantile!)

Restocked at .supply & they're ready to find new homes! If you're over by .fargo, wish them a happy birthday & pick up some plants & spikes! 🎉🍰

Good morning!

Just a friendly reminder for your Pie Day🍕🫓I'll be at the March Fargo Makers Market coming up on March 24th. Swing by The Hall at Fargo Brewing Company anytime from 1-5pm. I've got some AWESOME new stuff this time around, just in time for Spring Equinox and Easter🐣🐦🌿🍀🍄🪻Some eggs, a couple of chicks, owls, dragons, vases, baskets, plant watering spikes, mason jars, potpourri/wax melt burners, and pig plants are just a few of the items I'll have this month.

Here's some info for you: https://www.facebook.com/fargo3m/posts/pfbid02CqhweU1SybgjQQcHPKUjuen221EE2eQsKi7yikH4Xdn32xvin25yMh9yfhHaUA2ql

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🍀 Mark your Calendars 🍀

March 24th 1:00-5:00pm at the Hall

Join us for our monthly local market inside for the cozy season! Enjoy 25+ Local Artisans displaying their creations for show and sale.

Local Food : 🤤

FREE EVENT & ALL AGES

✨Come support Local Small Businesses✨

Good morning! I hope your Wednesday is off to a fantastic start😁

I'm headed back to Fargo Brewing for the March Fargo Makers Market! I had so much fun at the February market, I decided to head back for March. My fellow artisans are SO amazing. Like, seriously, they rock!

This time around, I have some new stuff just in time for spring. I'll have some mini chicks🐥 (along with dragons and owls), baskets you can fill with a LOT of jelly beans, eggs that you can put into larger baskets, and all the usual stuff (plant watering spikes, mason jars, mom vases, bud vases, and mushrooms🍄). Oh! I'll have potpourri burners too, just in time for solstice!

You can find more info here. Hope to see you there! https://www.facebook.com/fargo3m/posts/pfbid02CaQuhjwzcCvUMzq1d1z9UDHHM7kHEwxiKHJ4C2VwMc2NCHxd8SZHBeghBEtoVf3gl.