The Australian Native Flower collection is a collaboration between The Village Ceramics and Thuy, who hand-threw each piece. We aimed to blend the unique beauty of Australia's native wildflowers with Thuy's expert ceramic glazing techniques. Each plate in this collection is one-of-a-kind; even if recreated, no two would be identical. Through numerous trials and selections, we, alongside Thuy, finalised the designs that best captured our vision. We take great pride in the journey we've undertaken together. Cracks and Ash Marks During Firing: Ash from the wood in the kiln is a special factor in traditional ceramics making. The wood ash can leave marks or create unique effects on the product. When the wood burns in the kiln, the ash and small particles rise into the hot air and may fall onto the product, creating ash spots on the surface. These marks can create a natural effect, but they may also be considered a flaw if you want a clean, uniform surface. However, in many cases, this is a characteristic feature that gives traditional ceramics their own "style," bringing natural beauty. Artistic Effects: If you love the natural beauty, we may choose to retain these ash marks as part of the design, creating ceramic products that bear the signature of the wood kiln firing process. However, when all these ash marks are cleaned, it may leave behind natural scratches, which is an unavoidable part of the handcrafted ceramic production process. Measurement: L20 cm W20 cm H3 cm Care Instruction: While our products are dishwasher and microwave safe, we highly recommend hand-washing to maintain the delicate of products. Disclaimer: You will receive a similar product to the one shown on our website. However, all our food-safe items are meticulously handcrafted. Each piece is hand-painted by skilled artisans, so there may be slight differences in colour, shape, size, or weight. These variations are a natural part of handmade products, making each one-of-a-kind with no two exactly alike. Country of Origin: Phu Lang, Viet Nam.
