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Sydney Kennedy
Nov 26, 20243 min read
Choosing My First Clay
Lessons About Clay from a Beginner's Studio Choosing my first clay felt like an exciting but slightly overwhelming step in my pottery...
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Sydney Kennedy
Nov 19, 20243 min read
Finding (and Fixing!) My First Kiln
A Beginner’s Guide to Kiln Ownership When I first decided to build an at-home pottery studio, I knew that having my own kiln would be a...
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Sydney Kennedy
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Choosing My First Pottery Wheel
A Beginner’s Guide to Finding the Right Wheel on a Budget When I first started looking for a pottery wheel, I knew I needed something to...
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Sydney Kennedy
Nov 4, 20242 min read
Preparing for the Season Ahead: My Winter Ceramics Goals
Bringing Seasonal Beauty into Functional Ceramics As winter settles in, I’m setting a few creative goals that bring a seasonal warmth to...
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Sydney Kennedy
Nov 1, 20242 min read
Embracing the Changing Colors of the Season in my Ceramics
Reflecting on the peaceful beauty of winter in my ceramics As the seasons shift and the leaves begin to fall, I find myself inspired by...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 30, 20243 min read
Caring for Handmade Ceramics: A Guide to Lasting Beauty
Essential Do's and Don'ts for Protecting Your Handmade Ceramics Welcome to Day 30 of my blog challenge! If you’re reading this, you...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 28, 20243 min read
Looking Back on My Ceramics Journey
Reflecting on the milestones, challenges, and growth that have shaped my path as a ceramic artist. It’s funny how life comes full circle...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 25, 20243 min read
More Than Just Art: Functional Ceramics For Everyday Use
Bringing beauty, purpose, and practicality into your daily routine When I started my ceramics journey, I quickly realized that I wanted...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 24, 20243 min read
The Heart of Handmade Ceramics
Why Crafting by Hand Matters There’s something truly special about handmade gifts. Ever since I was a child, I’ve always loved giving and...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 21, 20242 min read
A Journey of Grief, Love, and Healing Through Ceramics
My Dad’s Urn: The Piece That Tested Both My Skills and Heart Some pieces go beyond technical challenges—they carry an emotional weight...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 18, 20244 min read
From Bisqueware to Brilliance:My Favorite Glaze Combinations
A Journey Through the Glazing Process and the Magic It Brings to Each Piece As a ceramic artist, one of the most exciting parts of the...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 16, 20244 min read
Embracing Change: How My Ceramics Evolves with Me
The Early Days: Just Making for the Joy of It When I first started ceramics, my only goal was to create as much as I could. There wasn’t...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 13, 20243 min read
Pushing Boundaries in Southwest-Inspired Ceramics
The Story Behind the Desert Bloom Bowl The Desert Bloom Bowl holds a special place for me, even though I’ll eventually pass it on to...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 12, 20243 min read
My Ceramics Journey Through Taos and Beyond
From Aspens to Art Studios: How Taos Ignited My Creative Fire Returning to Taos always feels like stepping into a familiar story. Growing...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 8, 20242 min read
A Handmade Ceramic Family Dinner Set
My Dream Project For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to create a full handmade ceramic family dinner set for my family, something...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 6, 20244 min read
Balancing Creativity, Family, and the Unexpected
A Day in My Life as a Ceramic Artist One thing I’ve learned as a ceramic artist, wife, and mom is that no two days are ever the same....
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 5, 20243 min read
Mindfulness in the Studio: Staying Present with Every Piece
Bringing Presence and Patience from Everyday Life into My Creative Process Mindfulness has become a core part of my ceramics process....
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 4, 20243 min read
The Influence of Travel on My Ceramics
Embracing Colors and Stories from My Favorite Places Some of my favorite pieces have come to life thanks to the inspiration I find in the...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 3, 20243 min read
The Art of Patience: How Slowing Down Transformed My Ceramics
Embracing Patience and Creativity, One Piece at a Time When I first started my ceramics journey, I was eager to create as many pieces as...
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Sydney Kennedy
Oct 2, 20243 min read
The Art of Functional Ceramics: Balancing Beauty and Practicality
How Thoughtful Design Brings Everyday Pieces to Life In my ceramic practice, I’m always walking a fine line between creating pieces that...
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JARS / PLATES / MUGS / CUPS / SPONGE HOLDERS / TRINKET DISHES . VASES/ BOWLS
JARS / PLATES / MUGS / CUPS / SPONGE HOLDERS / TRINKET DISHES . VASES/ BOWLS

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WHAT I MAKE...
Your Sister's Pot Shop Blog
Welcome to the Your Sister’s Pot Shop blog, where I share the journey behind each handmade ceramic piece.
Here, you’ll find stories from my studio, the inspiration behind new collections, tips for caring for your pottery, and a glimpse into the creative process.

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