{"title":"Bluegill Pottery","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eVicki Liles Gill graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting and drawing from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge in 1979.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLater studies at Gaston College and Penland School of Craft as well as workshops with nationally known potters combined with her lifelong work in painting and drawing form the basis of her knowledge and skills in clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEstablishing Bluegill Pottery in 1997, she continues to work in a fine white stoneware clay. This clay allows her texture techniques and translucent glazes to be highlighted. Firing takes place in an oxidation atmosphere which empowers both subtle and brilliant colors to work as a whole in the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA desire to use and master carving, stamp-making, and the use of impressions in clay fueled her love of texture. The development of rich surface color and design is influenced by Eastern painting and pottery. Every day enjoyment use of her handmade work is s important to her as special or sacred occasional use. Both speak to her great love for making beautiful objects for others to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bluebird-tumbler-vase","title":"Bluebird Tumbler\/Vase","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eWavy edges matching the wavy base gives this tumbler\/vase a charming profile. Two bluebirds with branches and berries decorate the front of the piece. It is available in florentine green, light turquoise or old gold glazes. Food safe and dishwasher safe, this piece is individually made and altered on the potter's wheel of white stoneware. The brightly colored birds and berries are first stamped into the moist clay so each piece, while similar has it's own unique elements. Brilliant underglazes are used to give a pop of color.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 3\" x 4\" x 3\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluegill Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Light Turquoise","offer_id":45792394772533,"sku":"404b","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Florentine Green","offer_id":45792394805301,"sku":"404g","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Old Gold","offer_id":45792394838069,"sku":"404t","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/4944\/2869\/files\/birdtumblers2_DZ_4.jpg?v=1784748301"},{"product_id":"cardinal-tumbler-vase","title":"Cardinal Tumbler \/ Vase - Pale Blue\/Gray","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Brilliantly colored Cardinal bird decorates the front body of this piece that can serve as a tumbler for your special brew or as a vase for your flowers. It will hold 12 ounces and stands 4\" tall and 3.5\" wide. The tumbler is a luminous light blue gray with red berry accents. It is thrown on the potters wheel from white stoneware clay. The design is a wooden stamp that is pressed in while the clay is wet with branches drawn on. All glazes are food safe. Can go in top rack of dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Dimensions: 3\" x 4\" x 3\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluegill Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45792414793781,"sku":"605Card","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/4944\/2869\/files\/IMG_3804_DZ_3.jpg?v=1784748960"},{"product_id":"bird-nest-bowl","title":"Bluebird Nest Bowl","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely bluebird perched on a branch with berries decorates the bottom of this bowl, offering a sweet reveal when cereal or soup is finished. Individually handmade on the potters wheel, the bird is impressed when the clay is still moist. The exterior is carved with nest like lines and has a darker color. Available in three interior colors, light turquoise, florentine green or old gold. Food safe glazes and dishwasher safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Dimensions: 5\" x 2\" x 5\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluegill Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Light Turquoise","offer_id":45792436944949,"sku":"402b","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Florentine Green","offer_id":45792436977717,"sku":"402g","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Old Gold","offer_id":45792437010485,"sku":"402t","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/4944\/2869\/files\/bird_bowl_blue_inside_DZ_2.jpg?v=1784749659"},{"product_id":"bluebird-sponge-holder","title":"Bluebird Sponge Holder (Two Color Options)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColorful Bluebirds decorate these charming sponge holders. They will corral sponges and keep them dry. Available in Light Turquoise or Old Gold. They compliment the rest of the Bird Series line. Dishwasher safe. Made of white stoneware with food safe glazes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Dimensions: 4\" x 2\" x 4\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluegill Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Light Turquoise","offer_id":45792480100405,"sku":"403b","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Old Gold","offer_id":45792480165941,"sku":"403t","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/4944\/2869\/files\/IMG_5880_DZ_3.jpg?v=1784750307"},{"product_id":"tall-bluebird-mug","title":"Tall Bluebird Mug","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tall, slim version of the bluebird mug. Two bluebirds face one another, surrounded by branches and berries that are made by pressing stamps into the clay. Their joyful colors are a great way to start your morning. Fluted bottoms and branch textured handles accent each piece. Food safe glazes and dishwasher safe. Part of the new Bird Series, a whimsical functional line of handmade pottery by Bluegill Pottery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the handmade nature, item shown may slightly differ from the product you receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Dimensions: 3\" x 4\" x 4\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluegill Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45792538525749,"sku":"430Mug","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/4944\/2869\/files\/birdtallmug_DZ_1.jpg?v=1784751922"},{"product_id":"cardinal-covered-butter-dish","title":"Cardinal Covered Butter Dish","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftly sloping slabs of stoneware clay were used to create the covered top of this handcrafted dish. Decorated with flowers or berries and leaves and a cardinal on each side; each will be uniquely beautiful. Food-safe glazes were used in their creation. A small handle aids in lifting the cover, which protects your butter from the air, insects or even curious pets, while allowing it to stay soft for spreading on toast. Holds one stick of butter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the handmade nature, item shown may slightly differ from the product you receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 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They come in a variety of natural colors or in vibrant hues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the handmade nature, item shown may slightly differ from the product you receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Dimensions: 7\" x 5\" x 1\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluegill Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45792571064373,"sku":"126Dish","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/4944\/2869\/files\/363613-lrg.jpg?v=1784753631"},{"product_id":"long-bluebird-serving-tray-with-handles","title":"Long Bluebird Serving Tray with Handles","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful long serving piece that works on the table with food or as an elegant accent piece for nature lovers. Decorated in bluebird motif with sprigs of flowers, berries and leaves added to give a 3 dimensional depth. These pieces are individually handbuilt from slabs of white stoneware clay, impressed with handmade bird stamps and the handles and sprigs of clay added.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 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