Ihalo Studio

About

I find a lot of joy in turning someone’s idea into a real, tactile thing. Each piece I make is a mix of your story and my hands-on process. Whether you know exactly what you want or just have a Pinterest moodboard, I’m here to shape that vision into pottery you’ll actually use or love looking at.

What We Can Make

• Handmade custom mugs (I’m obsessed with comfy handles and double walls)
• Pasta and snack bowls for daily use or parties
• All sorts of vases - tiny bud vases to tall, dramatic ones
• Planters, including quirky animal shapes (ask me about the sheep planter!)
• Carved lanterns and tealight holders for a soft glow
• Personalized ceramic gifts for any occasion - birthdays, anniversaries, or just because
• Custom pieces for special moments, like proposal bowls or Diwali lamps

How I Work

• Wheel-thrown or hand-built, depending on what fits your idea best
• I love adding carved details or sgraffito (etching little illustrations or patterns)
• My glazes are usually inspired by nature - think sand, sea, or monsoon skies
• Pottery takes time - drying, firing, glazing, and sometimes waiting for the weather to behave! Usually, it’s about 2-3 weeks from idea to finished piece

Every piece is made slow and steady, so it feels special when it’s finally in your hands. If you want something with a bit of wabi-sabi (that natural, imperfect charm), or a totally polished look, just say. Your pottery, your story.