Sandy Pearl Planter Pot with Attached Drainage Plate
Sandy Pearl Planter Pot with Attached Drainage Plate
This wheel-thrown ceramic planter adds a natural, easy charm to any space. Finished in a sandy Pearl glaze with a glossy band of blue and lavender Rutile around the rim, it balances soft color with everyday function. Two built-in drainage holes help keep plants healthy, while the attached saucer protects your surfaces.
Details
This planter measures approximately 4.75" tall and 7" wide at the lip, with a base about 5" wide. The inner bottom 1.25” of the planter pot is narrowed, and the interior is left unglazed. Two drainage holes - each about the size of a fingertip - are built into the narrowed base to promote proper drainage.
The surface features a layer of Pearl glaze, a sandy tan that breaks into glossy lavender-blue where it thickens. A dip of Rutile glaze around the rim enhances those soft, luminous tones. The gently swirled form and integrated saucer make this piece as practical as it is beautiful.
Use
This planter makes a beautiful addition to a sunny windowsill, desk, or bookshelf. It’s suitable for indoor or outdoor use, making it perfect for a patio or porch as well. It’s well-suited for houseplants, succulents, cacti, or herbs. All of my pottery is microwave and dishwasher safe.
Process
This planter was thrown on my pottery wheel using Sonoran White, a white stoneware clay. A subtle swirl was added to the wet form to create movement and texture. A drainage gallery was thrown into the base, and two drainage holes were added.
After drying, the piece was bisque fired, then glazed in Microcrystal Pearl. Rutile glaze was dipped along the rim, while most of the interior was intentionally left unglazed. The planter was then reduction fired to cone 10.












This wood fired vase combines warm, earthy tones with cool blue glaze for a striking, organic look. The lower portion of the vase is rich with the vibrant orange and cream tones of the orange flashing slip, while the blue and purple glaze gathers around the upper section and flows downward, creating a beautiful transition between the two.
With its tall, gently curved shape and generous opening, this vase has a simple silhouette that lets the variations of the wood firing and glaze take center stage. The finished surface is full of subtle movement and color, making this a distinctive piece for displaying a favorite bouquet or enjoying simply as an object on its own.
Details
The vase stands approximately 7.5 inches tall and measures about 4 inches wide at the belly. The lip spans roughly 3.25 inches across, with an inner opening of about 2 inches, and the base measures approximately 2.75 inches wide. Its proportions make it especially well-suited for smaller arrangements. All of my pottery is dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.
Use
Perfect for fresh flowers, dried stems, or simple foraged arrangements, this vase’s narrower opening helps support and shape a bouquet. It also works beautifully as a standalone decorative piece, where the natural variation from the wood firing can be appreciated from every angle.