Wheels - Spinning And Clay

We've had two very dreary days this week here in Southwest Ohio. One day we had rain. That was a cold drizzly day but we sure needed the precipitation. When I arrived home that day and pulled into my driveway, I looked back in the direction I had just traveled and saw this break in the clouds. It was so bright in the gray sky that it looked as if someone was operating a spotlight and shining it down on the earth. 

Last night, I took the wheel and went to Lebanon to spin a bit with the Thursday night group. Five of us were there - three people knitting and two spinning. I love having designated spinning time - I get more accomplished that way.

On the way back, I stopped in at Bove Pottery to pick up some Christmas surprises. Jason's pottery is so nice. His pieces are not only beautiful but are so serviceable. I have his bread baker, bundt pan, and two apple bakers. He also makes goblets, brie bakers, pitchers, chicken roasters, sushi trays, rice bowls, etc. His baking pieces come with delicious recipes, too. Microwave, oven, and dishwasher safe, Jason's work is also so reasonably priced. I also like that the size of his baking pieces are an easy fit for 2-4 people.

Here's Jason holding a gorgeous bowl fresh out of the kiln. He and Caroline were in the process of packing all of these newly ready pieces into the van to head to Florida for shows. Jason keeps a full schedule traveling and selling his wares. 

I stopped by his studio earlier this week with a piece of my soap to see if he can make soap dishes for me and he said he can. I can't wait to see what he comes up with. Pottery soap dishes that fit my soap will be such a nice addition. And what a great gift - a piece of soap tied with a ribbon to a Bove Pottery soap dish. 

Again, I have to say that I landed in a very creative and artsy area of Ohio. Jason lives less than five miles from me and is only one of several talented artists in our area. Visit Jason's web site and feel free to email him with any questions. 

Feels great being in an area with others who make stuff with their hands!

Create on!

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I took a vacation day today! However, I took it with the intent of working - catching up on computer stuff before the Thanksgiving holidays. I feel that I do deserve a little piece of fun on my day off (since I haven't had one since May!) -- so, I'm picking Meg up and we're going to Mason for lunch, a visit to Main Street Yarns, and a little look-see at a few other shops along the street. Should be fun!

Comments

[mrspao]

Hope you had a fun day. The pottery is gorgeous and I'm looking forward to seeing the soap dishes.

[Laurie (Moo!)]

Oh, if only I had TONS of room in my house. I'd have one of those bowls, as my own! Beautiful!!

[Anna]

How did I miss you?? I went to Main Street Yarns earlier today! Glad you're finding Ohio so pleasant! :-)

[Robin C]

Yes you did move to the land of artisans and I for one am envious. Jason's pottery is very nice. I miss having you around here and always enjoy seeing the things that you get into up there.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.