NEW items added to my Etsy Shop

I am finally done with my last show this year. The shows sure are a lot of work, but I do enjoy meeting all the wonderful people there. Love the new ideas which people have and surely love the feedback.
With the last show done, I am posting some of my show inventory in my etsy shop. It is not late for Christmas shopping yet.

Diwali is just around the corner

Diwali is a beautiful festival of lights celebrated by Hindus all over the world. We spent immense amount of time cleaning and decorating our homes.

The house is lit with diyas or tealight candles. On this beautiful occassion it is custom to start a new project or get blessings for something new.

My new item are my Incense Holders. We burn incense at home and I have created these burners so the smoke escapes through the holes in soft dancing patterns. They also collect all the ash in the box without creating a mess. Check out this video of the burner.

Oil Vinegar Bottles ready to hit the Dance Floor

Oh yes they are ready! I am thankful to the customer who put this idea in my head. She said, I have your butter dish, I have your salt pepper shakers, I have your mugs and bowls and I need some thing more for the kitchen.

I decided to make Oil/Vinegar bottles but wasn't sure what shape/design or how would I incorporate my style to them. Sometimes you just have to try out things to see how they transform.

I made a new die for my extruder and manipulated the clay as it came out. And just like that I knew where this was going.

I tapered the tops to give them a more elegant look and the decoration just empahized the curves and flow of the shape emulating the look of embroidered fabric wrapped around a body.

And I just couldn't decorate one side... they have a different pattern on both sides. The textured slip pattern also helps in getting a good grip on the bottle while cooking.

I like how they came out and would like to read your comments. Getting input on new work is really appreciated. Thanks