Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase
Ceramics by Nina

Smoky Ochre Poppy Raku Vase

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The magic of live fire art When you hold a piece of Raku pottery, you are holding the physical record of an elemental transformation.

Crafted from the same white textured clay as the rest of the collection, this small poppy-inspired vase undergoes an intense thermal shock as it emerges glowing from the fire. The exact second it leaves the kiln, I apply sugar grains and natural horsehair to the surface. The sugar melts instantly into rich, smoky speckles across the white clay body, while the hair leaves fine, carbon-trailing silhouettes that mirror the delicate stems of wild meadow flowers.

An unforgettable, effortless gift The gifts people treasure most are those with a compelling story attached to them. If you are looking for a truly unforgettable birthday or anniversary gift for an art lover, this miniature vase is a wonderful choice. The tactile warmth of the pale, textured clay paired with the unpredictable smoky detail brings a touch of dramatic British studio craft and countryside soul to any bookshelf, mantlepiece, or bedside table.

The Details:

  • Material: White textured stoneware clay base.

  • Crafting Technique: Live-pulled Raku firing with hand-applied sugar and horsehair details.

  • Size: Small, tactile accent size — approx. 9 cm high.

  • Made by: Hand-shaped and fire-finished by Nina in Shropshire.

  • Display Note: Best suited for dried botanicals, grasses, or as a decorative studio vessel (not watertight due to traditional Raku firing).

  • Shipping: Carefully packed in 100% plastic-free, recyclable packaging via Royal Mail Tracked.

One-of-a-kind beauty: Because the sugar and horsehair burn directly into the glowing glaze during the live fire pull, the black carbon trails and caramelised speckles on the white textured clay are entirely unrepeatable. Your vase is a single, unique moment captured in time.

A gentle note on our small-batch process: Because I work in very small, intentional batches, there may be times when an item is out of stock; if so, I will happily hand-craft your piece to order, a slow-made process that typically takes between 6 to 8 weeks from the wheel to the kiln.

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FAQs

Yes, unless otherwise stated the item is dishwasher safe, however to preserve the finish and help improve the longevity of your pottery, I recommend washing it by hand wherever possible. 

Overtime dishwashers can cause additional wear on ceramics, especially with intricate glazes or decorations.

In particular circumstances where a lower fire clay is used, this is clear in the description of the item and while still may 'survive' a dishwasher it will effect the glaze/colours quicker.

want you to love your ceramics as much as I loved making them. However, I understand that sometimes things don't go as planned.

In the Unlikely Event of Breakages; While I pride myself on my robust, plastic-free packaging, the journey of a ceramic piece can occasionally be a bumpy one. If your item arrives damaged:


  1. Please take a photo of the broken item and the packaging it arrived in immediately.

  2. Email me at nina@ceramicsbynina.com within 48 hours of delivery with your order number and the photos attached.

  3. Replacement or Refund: We will either send out a replacement (subject to availability in our current small-batch stock) or issue a full refund including your original shipping costs.

Please note: As every piece is unique and hand-thrown, replacement items may have slight variations in shape or hand-painted detail compared to the original.

If your order is for a specific date please contact me ahead of ordering and we can arrange a timed and trackable delivery. This will be at an additional cost.

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