It's that time of year when, if you're lucky, you can snatch a few blooms from your yard (or a neighbor's, I won't tell) to brighten up your home. Even better if you have a beautiful handmade vessel to place them in. All of these are handmade, heirloom-worthy pieces that are beautiful with or without flowers.
In the winter, they'll do double duty as pitchers or create the perfect vignette for your next #shelfie. Retire all those freebie plain glass vases and up your flower display game with one of these gorgeous pieces, all of which would also make amazing gifts. White Stoneware
Oakland, California based Shawn Kam founded Luvhaus in 2015. He's known for his signature tumblers, and this purple glaze is incredible.
Linda Fahey Yonder bubble vase
This perfect little bubble pot is just a tiny peek at ceramicist Linda Fahey's massive talent. The San Francisco-based artist has a shop in the city's Richmond District (recently relocated from her nearby home town of Pacifica), where she hosts classes and workshops and creates her own work. Follow her on Instagram for all the latest.
Short for "Object Matter," Los Angeles based artist Carrie Eau focuses on minimal and contemporary forms and playful designs. This vase can also double as a pitcher, and will look lovely on your shelf even without flowers.
Matthew Ward Studio vases, price upon request
This lifelong artist is inspired by Post-War studio pottery as well as mid-century art and design. His work is sure to become an heirloom. Each piece is made to order; allow 6-8 weeks.
Brooklyn-based Ivy Weinglass creates these vases using the traditional Japanese nerikomi technique of layering and mixing multiple colored clays.
Sandbox Ceramics sculptural/ringed vase
Sandbox Ceramics Sculptural/Ringed vases, $90
With or without rings, these handmade vases feature exposed matte white speckled porcelain exteriors and glazed interiors. This self-taught artist hails from a small riverside town near Portland, Oregon.
These small pastel bud vases are adorable on their own, or ever better grouped together. Each pieces is handmade Torquay, Australia.
Travel Mug It's no surprise that Los Angeles-bases Wostencroft was originally trained as a painter. Her work is inspired by