Artisanal Ceramic Wares
Shipped across The Janbo
We make handmade ceramic mugs, bowls, plates, vases, and sculptures in Bangalore using local clay, each piece unique with natural imperfections and made for daily use.
Pricing Guide
Handmade Stoneware Mugs & Tumblers
Design Variants
- The Sip Buddy: Organic-shaped cup with a built-in slot for metal or glass straws.
- Blue Fish Tumbler: Handle-less design using marbled blue and white clays with hand-painted fish motifs.
- Classic Mugs: Standard handled coffee/tea mugs in Forest Green, Glossy Black, or rustic finishes.
- Espresso Cups: Concentrated brew cups (100-150ml).
Material Specifications
- Body: High-fired Stoneware (chip-resistant) or Earthy Terracotta.
- Glaze: Food-safe, lead-free glazes ranging from high-gloss to matte.
- Note: Wabi-sabi uneven glazing is a deliberate stylistic choice.
Usage & Care
- Microwave Safe: Yes, for standard glazed items.
- Cleaning: Dishwasher safe, though hand-washing extends product life.
Dining Bowls & Organic Plates
Bowl & Plate Types
- Ramen/Soup Bowls: Deep, high-walled bowls designed for one-pot meals and heat retention.
- Serving Bowls: Larger 6 to 8 inch diameter bowls for communal serving.
- Organic Plates: Hand-built plates shaped like leaves or with deliberately uneven rims.
- Palette Platters: Irregular shaped flat pieces for snacks or artistic use.
Aesthetic Details
- Two-Tone Finish: Signature style featuring glazed upper portions with raw, unglazed biscuit bases.
- Texture: Retains throwing rings and tactile clay grain.
Functional Traits
- Heat Retention: High thermal mass keeps food warm longer.
- Stackability: Due to handmade variations, items stack organically rather than perfectly flat.
Ceramic Decor & Desk Accessories
Collection Items
- Toto Cal Perpetual Calendar: Premium desk set with 2 date blocks, 3 month blocks, and 1 character mascot.
- Miniatures: Hand-modeled figurines including dinosaurs, cats, and owls.
- Functional Decor: Ashtrays, incense holders, and ceramic paint palettes.
Craftsmanship
- Hand-Building: Sculpted individually without a wheel for unique expressions.
- Gold Luster: Premium items feature real gold accents requiring a third specialized firing.
Special Care
- Gold Maintenance: Items with gold luster are NOT microwave safe and require gentle hand-washing.
Handcrafted Chess Sets & Art Sculptures
Featured Artworks
- Cocoa Clash Chess Set: Playable art set with a handcrafted board and 32 stylized, pastel-glazed pieces.
- Signature Sculptures: Non-functional decor pieces like anatomical busts or character sculptures.
- Statement Vases: Large vessels (8+ inches) featuring complex dripping glaze or carving techniques.
Artistic Value
- Uniqueness: 'Chapter' pieces telling specific stories; no two sets are identical.
- Technique: Utilizes advanced hollow-building and underglazing methods.
Packaging
- Transport: Includes reinforced bubble wrapping and secure boxing due to fragility.
About Artisanal Ceramic Wares
Clay Stories, Bangalore Vibes
Making ceramics is therapy for me, yaar. Each piece comes straight from my studio in namma Bengaluru, shaped by messy hands and all kinds of feelings. What you take home isn’t just a bowl or mug - it’s a small slice of my journey, ready to hold your own memories too.
Imperfection is the Charm
No two pieces are the same. Sometimes you’ll spot a warped edge or a fingerprint hiding in the glaze, and I don’t cover that up. That’s the real beauty - these things give each piece its own personality. If you’re after perfectly smooth and shiny, this might not be your scene. But if you like a bit of character, you’ll get it here.
What I Make
- Hand-thrown pottery for daily use: chai mugs, bowls, unique plates
- Earthy terracotta wares and stoneware, sometimes glossy, sometimes raw
- Artistic vases and leaf dishes, ashtrays that are actually cool to look at
- Miniature sculptures: tiny animals, quirky little houses for a dash of fun
How It Happens
I use clay that’s local, spin some on the wheel, others I hand-build. Every firing in the kiln is a long, slow process - 18 hours at crazy high heat. I love to experiment, so you’ll see a mix of imperfect glaze ceramics and raw textures. Each piece is made with heart, from start to finish.
Meet your Expert
The Janbo
70 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Janbo’s story? Clay, soul, home. Feb 2020, I just dropped everything - job, modelling, socials, even WhatsApp. Me, my room, Pinto (my dog), and silence. No clue what next, just floating. One slow-living vlog with clay hands, and bam, something shifted. Clay walked in, travel sprinkled its magic, people and stories mixed in. That’s how Janbo happened. This studio is my heart, where it all finally made sense.
My Work
Pottery & Creative Workshops - We run pottery workshops for beginners and pros, plus ceramic painting, sculpture, and silver jewellery sessions.
Pop-up Workshops - Our studio’s in Bengaluru, but we often do pop-up pottery workshops in Chennai and other cities.
A Slow Living Vibe - It’s not just a class, it’s a mindful clay art escape. Come solo, bring friends, no experience needed.
Artist Community - We host artists from all over, sharing new crafts and stories. Everyone’s welcome to learn and chill.