Maya Machin Pottery

05/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who came to the festival yesterday! It was a great day, and I really appreciate your support. It’s open today until 5, and you can walk the whole show without going in the rain. So, grab an extra layer and come let the warm colors and music brighten this dreary day.

05/20/2026

Well, it’s been a bit of a whirlwind. The firing was odd. A section of the kiln that’s usually the hottest didn’t get to temperature, and there was a lot of reduction. So, I’ve been re-firing some pots and taking the rest in. I just love this one so much I had to share. It’s a mad dash to get everything ready for the festival this weekend! There really are some beautiful pots now that I’ve had time to absorb them. Looking forward to it!

05/12/2026

We had an unexpectedly and inexplicably difficult firing. Hopefully when we unload on Wednesday we will see some sort of explanation for it. But what I feel incredibly blessed about is the crew this time, especially these four who despite being wrecked, covered in soot and sweat, and mystified still smiled like this at the end of the firing. Can’t thank you all enough for your unflagging resilience and positivity!

05/10/2026

Firing # 31 is on its way! Many thanks to for working so hard this week so I could help coach my son’s soccer game yesterday. It was a cold and wet loading day, but the birds are singing this early morning and we’re looking forward to a good day. All this new work will be shown during the festival Memorial Day weekend.

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01/27/2026

Yup, the studio is there somewhere. Just gotta find it. Good news is that I think it finally stopped snowing! AND after a two hour delay, the kids will be back to school tomorrow. Hallelujah. Hope everyone is safe and warm and taking care of their mental health during these multiple layers of madness.

01/20/2026

Finally getting around to posting this. I had such a great time teaching a teapot workshop at last weekend! I was impressed by everyone’s openness to trying something new, and I enjoyed the enthusiasm and support that seemed to come naturally to everyone. Some fabulous teapots came out of our relatively short time together, and I’m excited to see what will come in the future! A special thanks to for welcoming us into the space so graciously.

01/15/2026

My new studio assistant is pretty clingy but I’m getting used to throwing with her perched like a parrot watching. Getting everything prepped to teach my teapot workshop this weekend at . There is one spot that just opened up!

01/09/2026

If you were disappointed about missing my advanced teapot workshop, now’s your chance to get a spot! One just opened up, so catch it while you can. January 16-17th. The link is in my bio. It’s going to be great!

01/05/2026

https://www.mayamachinpottery.com/classes to register!

UPDATE: the 5-8 year old children’s class is now FULL, but you’re welcome to add your kiddo to the waitlist. There are still a couple of spots left in the 9-12 year old class, however! I love the enthusiasm. 🙂 Registration and more info is on my website: https://www.mayamachinpottery.com/classes Fun!

01/05/2026

UPDATE: the 5-8 year old children’s class is now FULL, but you’re welcome to add your kiddo to the waitlist. There are still a couple of spots left in the 9-12 year old class, however! I love the enthusiasm. 🙂 Registration and more info is on my website: https://www.mayamachinpottery.com/classes Fun!