POTTERY WITH PERSONALITY!
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Upcoming opportunities to adopt a Mumpkin of your own
Rose Lawn Arts Festival Saturday, September 19, 2026 10a - 6p Sunday, September 20, 2026 noon -5p Lassiter Craft Fair Saturday, November 7, 2026 Sunday, November 8, 2026 Lakepoint Holiday Market @Emerson Exchange Saturday, November 15, 2026 10a-5p Sunday, November 16, 2026 10a-5p |
Born from a laugh, raised in clay
My sister, a wildly talented cake and cookie artist, sent me a photo of custom cookies she had made for a gathering. They were thoughtful, creative, and beautifully personal. Meanwhile, I was in my studio making mushrooms and pumpkins for fall markets. I looked at my work, laughed, and said out loud: "and… all I’ve been doing today is making mumpkins and pushrooms.” I texted that to my sister. Then I said it again.“Mumpkins.” And immediately thought… there’s something there. That little studio chuckle stuck, and before long, mumpkins were born. What started as playful ceramic characters in the Spring of 2025 has grown into a whole family of handmade pieces, each with their own personality and purpose. |
What is a mumpkin?
A Mumpkin is a handmade ceramic character that lives somewhere between a mushroom and a pumpkin… and very comfortably in its own weird lane.
How do mumpkins get their names and personalities?
Mumpkins don’t get named until after their final firing.
That’s when their personality really shows up. The glaze, the texture, the way the colors move… something always clicks. Once that happens, the name just fits.
Sometimes it’s inspired by travel, sometimes by music, sometimes by vibes alone.
For example, one mumpkin came out of the kiln with a glaze combo that reminded me of a cozy flannel shirt. We had just been in Denver, so of course Finn was born… a Denver tech hipster with excellent coffee opinions.
Each mumpkin’s name and personality grow out of those little moments, which is why they all feel like individuals instead of copies.
That’s when their personality really shows up. The glaze, the texture, the way the colors move… something always clicks. Once that happens, the name just fits.
Sometimes it’s inspired by travel, sometimes by music, sometimes by vibes alone.
For example, one mumpkin came out of the kiln with a glaze combo that reminded me of a cozy flannel shirt. We had just been in Denver, so of course Finn was born… a Denver tech hipster with excellent coffee opinions.
Each mumpkin’s name and personality grow out of those little moments, which is why they all feel like individuals instead of copies.
Are mumpkins decorative or functional?
Yes. Original mumpkins look cute and keep you company on a shelf or porch, or in a garden. Some Mumpkin pull double duty as incense burners or functional pieces you can use everyday.
What kinds of mumpkins are there?
The Mumpkin world is growing and currently includes original Mumpkin figures, Mumpkin small business owners, Mumpkin governing officials, entertainment Mumpkins, and more.
How do custom mumpkin orders work?
If you want to purchase a custom mumpkin in honor of someone special, or just for yourself, I'll send you a form asking various questions to determine all of the characteristics and whimsey that will make your mumpkin extra special and story-born just for you.
Wait?? what is the patchlands?
Each Mumpkin finds their home someplace in the patchlands (at least until they go home with you). You'll learn more about your Mumpkin with their adoption certificate.
