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fronch toast For my recent wedding, we registered with independent ceramics artist Emily Murphy to produce a set of handmade tableware for us. This included some plates, bowls and mugs.

Now that I've had a chance to use these daily for a few weeks, I can highly recommend Emily's ceramics. You can see an example of her work.

Having lived with Jordan Taylor in the past, I've been lucky to have nice ceramics in my home for the last several years. As Jordan progressed from a student to an artisan, I've also been able to experience a pottery exhibiting a range of quality.

Emily's work is not only attractive, it is athletic in its balance and durable in its design. Ceramics with thin, tapered edges will chip over time. All of the tableware I've seen from Emily has a solid lip on it, making it chip-resistant.

The form of her plates is superior to anything I've seen on the mass market. Although it's difficult to experience through the two-dimensional photos above, the plates have a mild bowl-like quality. It's a small thing that I find pleasing.

Whether or you try Emily's ceramics or those from another artist, I recommend the experience of handmade ceramics as a pleasant way to start your day.

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