Crafts of the Carolinas

The Carolinas have a long history of crafts. If you have ever visited the area, you are familiar with the red dirt of the Carolina soil. The bain of the farmers’ existence, this hard clay runs through the region has provided the raw materials for generations of potters. North Carolina maintains the only continuing pottery tradition in the United States outside the Native American tradition of the Southwest . This rich and revered heritage laid the groundwork for modern artists specializing in many media: glass, wood, jewelry, metal, and of course pottery. The Mint Museum Shops are proud of our collection of regional artists and we are delighted to share this tradition with you.

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Berry Bowl	Face Pitcher	Dogwood Flower Pins	Egg Separator

Flat Rectangular Dish		Glass Witch's Ball

	Berry Bowl This perforated bowl and its matching saucer are designed to allow air to flow around fresh fruit, but look just as lovely sitting on a table to be admired. Hand made by Hamilton Williams in Valdese, NC, the berry bowl is very popular as a wedding or housewarming gift. Hamilton’s unique glaze technique results in a field of deep cobalt blue enhanced by waves of lighter blue, burgundy, khaki, and eggplant-your color combination and will be chosen for you. The set includes a pierced bowl, (approximately 9 inch diameter) and saucer (approximately 6.5 inch diameter) and is dishwasher safe. Each set includes an artist information card with care instructions. Price $48.00 Item#286
	Face Pitcher A functional, whimsical take on the Southern Folk Art tradition of Face Jugs, this utilitarian pitcher is handmade by Potts Pottery in Seagrove, NC. Approximately 7.25 inches high and glazed in Potts Pottery’s signature cobalt blue, this chubby guy will welcome guests to your next backyard barbeque. As he is dishwasher safe, feel free to use him every day! Each piece includes an artist information card with care instructions. Price $85.00 Item#1850
	Dogwood Flower Pin Kathleen Horner of Greenville, SC has captured the delicacy of North Carolina’s state flower in this beautiful pin. Kathleen carefully crafts each piece from paper and then hand paints them to achieve the blossom’s delicate blush. Light weight enough for a silk blouse, the approximately 3 inch diameter pin could also bring a bit of springtime to a heavier jacket. Please specify your preference of WHITE or PINK dogwood blossom. Other flowers may also be available, please call the Shops to inquire. Each piece includes an artist information card. Price $22.00 Item#1420
	Egg Separator Crack an egg into my head and pour the white out of my mouth…the yolk stays inside me! A best seller for 15 years, this whimsical kitchen friend can also hold toothpicks at a cocktail party or a roll of stamps on your desk (just pull them out of his mouth like a tongue). Handmade by Jeff and Linda Potts of Seagrove, NC, each face is unique. Your new little friend is approximately 3 inches high and glazed in Potts Pottery’s signature cobalt blue. Each piece includes an artist information card complete with care and usage instructions. Price $12.50 Item#603
	Flat Rectangular Dish Made to be used, and used often! Microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe, it will be your favorite dish for all seasons. NC Potter Hamilton Williams' unique glaze technique results in a field of deep cobalt blue enhanced by waves of lighter blue, burgundy, khaki, and eggplant. Each piece includes an artist information card with care instructions. Large: 13.5 x 7 inches Price $55.00 Item#554 Small: 9 x 4.25 inches Price $28.00 Item#2624
	Glass Witch’s Ball Depending upon your intent, this style of glass ornament is known as a Witch’s Ball or Fairy Ball. Tradition has it that a Witch’s Ball protects from evil spirits, which get entangled in the delicate drawn glass threads inside the orb, while a Fairy Ball attracts the creatures who are delighted by the iridescent globe. Hand made by Virgil Jones of Green Mountain, NC, these Witch’s Balls come in a variety of colors- one of which will be chosen for you. Each piece includes an artist information card. Price $28.00 Item#384