Lifestyle & Home

Vegetabowls

Vegetabowls are functional pottery molded from real fruits and vegetables. Each item is handmade by husband and wife team, Melanie and Justin Mckenney in Buffalo, NY. They hope these creations will help promote local farming, healthy eating, and an appreciation for handmade functional house wares.

Hakusan Ceramics

Porcelain bird by Hakusan Ceramics, Japan. From Saikai Toki Trading.

Short Sleeves Kokeshi Dolls

Ornamental Kokeshi dolls from Japan. Handmade from wood and handpainted. These ladies are called “Short Sleeves”. From Greeting Life America.

“Hula” Vases

“Hula” Vases from LSA Collection. Double layer glass with white interior and bold exterior colors.

Cast Iron Teapot

A lovely example of the traditional cast-iron teapots known in Japan as tetsubin. Its interior is glazed in “Tetsubin” enamel, so it won’t rust or corrode. To make soothing, full-flavored tea, simply spoon loose tea leaves into the infuser, pour on ? simmering water, and allow to steep for three to five minutes. The heavy cast-iron construction retains heat so ?? well, it Kong ensures...