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STORY

When I first started practicing ceramics as a hobby, multiple imperfect vessels were created as a by-product of creation, various sizes, multiple forms were created. Difficult to stack and store in my small kitchen pantry, I realize that they were better as vessels displayed than stored. Imperfect ceramics vessels transformed into reusable candles holders for a sensual experience, combining two of my hobbies into a new adventure. These vessels take on a new meaning, becoming their own right: clay-dles. 

No Waste Philosophy

Stems from a no waste Japanese philosophy 勿体無い - a simple idea to cultivate a mindful daily practice in the process of consumption & production. MOTTAINAI aspires to combine Ceramics & Candle making process into one, utilize full product life-cycle, and embrace the imperfections in making.

 
Handthrown in studio then handle built, vessel shown will then be handpoures by hand in soy wax essential oil fragrances.Ceramic candles inspired by life moments will be available for purchase & also preorder. All candles, unless requested, will be poured in popular scent noshuku, lavender kamquat scent.

SCENTS

Introducing the three scents Noshuku, Jun and Hare.

Noshuku: Sweet kumquat in lavender heaven
Jun: Lively floral geranium scent topped with zesty orange gingerly kick
Hare: Balanced soothing scents of rosemary peppermint wrapped in a chrysanthemum bouquet
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