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Cleiog Ceramics
About Cleiog Ceramics
Cleiog Ceramics are pieces made by Menna in Great Shelford, Cambridge UK. Making in small batches, they all hand thrown in stoneware on Menna's potters wheel. She takes inspiration from vintage French pottery and fabrics that she adores and creates her own food-safe glazes which add a new quality and another dimension to her work.
Menna is a true artistic adventurer, taking the process from start all-the-way-through to finish, and in the numerous conversations we’ve had with her about her work, two things become clear - she is meticulous with her recipes - but equally she loves the moment where a glaze doesn’t behave quite as it should, where the true beauty of imperfectly-perfect pieces shine through and the nature of handmade is truly appreciated.
About Menna
Menna is the talented maker of Cleiog Ceramics. The Welsh word ‘Cleiog’ literally translates to ‘an abundance of clay’, which seems fitting and connects to Menna’s Welsh heritage. Menna is an experienced potter, self-taught but with an absolute eye for detail and quality. We’re so lucky to have her work instore and now that Menna has moved into our very own village where Iris Lifestyle bricks + mortar store is based. Not only do we love our resident potter, but we also get to see her regularly and let me tell you she is a total delight.
