About Us

Nestled in a beautiful olive grove, not far from the shores of Lake Wairarapa is Mucky Paws Pottery. Why Mucky Paws Pottery? Well, that’s because of the mess that my 3 small dogs make when following me from the studio to the house and back again. As a hobby potter, I spend my spare time honing my craft in both the art of throwing and slab wear. Every one of my creations is a hand built one-off piece! Don’t ask me to make a perfectly sized matching set for your next dinner party – mass production is best left to Briscos and K-mart. What I can offer you is that one off piece that will have people asking where you bought it from. I use top quality materials and glazes ensuring that the bowls and plates I make are oven, microwave, dish washer and food safe. See something you really like but wish it was in a different colour or size? Feel free to fill in the “contact me” form with your ideas and I’ll see what I can do or alternatively pop into the container shop and coffee bar, open Thursday - Sunday 9:30am - 2pm! Happy browsing! Karen (and of course Georgie, Basil and Masie)
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Shipping
We only provide shipping within New Zealand. All orders are processed within 2-3 business days. Orders are not shipped or delivered on weekends or public holidays. Your freight total will appear in your cart. Delivery is to a physical address only - no PO Boxes. Rural Delivery surcharges apply.
Return Policy
All my ceramics leave the studio in excellent condition with plenty of packaging, however sometimes accidents happen enroute. On receiving your order, please check that there are no cracks or damages that have occurred in transit. If your item has been damanged in transit, I will endeavor to replace the item as fast as possible but with limited edition designs there may be a slight variation in the design, size or colour huh of the replacement piece. If your items arrived damaged, please email enquiries@muckypawspottery.co.nz within 48 hours of delivery with a photo of the broken item and its original packaging. It is up to you to look after your ceramic piece once it is in your care. Our ceramics are made from high quality, high fired clay and are durable but like with any pottery, not unbreakable.
Items will not be exchanged or refunded for change of mind.
Secure Payment
The website is SSL secured. We accept all major credit cards or if you'd rather, payment can be made by direct credit into the Mucky Paws Bank Account. Please select your preferred option at check out. For those paying by direct credit, your item will not be shipped until payment is received.
Pick Up
Pick up from the studio is available by prior arrangement only. Please email enquiries@muckypawspottery.co.nz prior to placing your order.