Curious about our process? Find answers here.
It depends on the piece. Most of our stoneware pieces with stable glazes are dishwasher and microwave safe. Pieces with raw clay exteriors, burnished surfaces, or specialty glazes (like the Morning Mist and Thunder Ritual series) should be hand washed. Each product page includes specific care instructions.
Variation is intentional and celebrated. Our glazes are mixed in small batches from natural materials. Reduction firing — where we control the oxygen in the kiln — produces subtle (and sometimes dramatic) variations in color and texture. What you're seeing is not a flaw; it's the fingerprint of the process.
Typically 2–3 weeks from order to ship. This includes throwing, drying, trimming, bisque firing, glazing, and final firing. Each step takes time — we won't rush it. You'll receive email updates when your piece enters production and when it ships.
Yes, selectively. We love collaborating on custom dinnerware sets, wedding registries, and special pieces. Email us at hello@katiceramics.com with your idea and timeline, and we'll let you know if we can take it on.
We primarily use grey stoneware clay sourced from the Gauja river valley in Latvia, supplemented with commercial stoneware and porcelain bodies for specific pieces. Our glazes are a mix of studio-developed recipes — many incorporating locally foraged wood ash — and select commercial glazes. All materials are food-safe and lead-free.
Yes. We ship worldwide from Latvia. Rates and delivery times vary by region — see our Shipping page for details. International customers are responsible for any customs duties or import taxes.
We'd love to show you around. Studio visits are by appointment — email us at least 48 hours in advance. We're located in central Rīga.
Hand washing with mild soap is always the safest approach, especially for pieces with unglazed surfaces. Avoid thermal shock (don't pour boiling water into a cold cup, or place a hot piece on a cold surface). With basic care, your piece should last generations.
We can't repair fully broken ceramics, but if a handle chips or a small crack develops, reach out — we may be able to help. We also embrace the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi. A broken cup, repaired with gold, becomes more beautiful and tells a richer story.