Soil and Soul Ceramics

Care guide

Every ceramic piece is shaped and finished by hand and fired in Maria's own kiln, so it carries small marks of the process. A little care keeps it beautiful for years.

  • Cleaning

    Hand wash with warm water, mild soap and a soft cloth. Abrasive sponges can dull the glaze.

  • Temperature

    Avoid sudden changes of temperature — for example, moving a piece from a cold windowsill straight into hot water.

  • Flowers and water

    Not sure whether a piece suits fresh flowers or dried stems? Ask us before you buy. Empty and dry vases between uses.

  • Handling

    Rims and edges can chip if knocked. Lift pieces by the body, not by the rim.

  • Food and drink

    Our pieces are sold as decorative unless a listing clearly says otherwise. We don't make food-safety claims.

  • Small variations

    Uneven rims, pooled glaze and tiny pinholes are part of handmade work, not defects. Studio Study pieces may show these marks more openly, and each listing says so.

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