Mushroom Wax Melter

This piece is made from stoneware clay, thrown on the wheel. While the base is firming up a bit so it is able to be handled I work on making the mushrooms and making the bowl for the wax melts.  Once it has firmed up I attach it's magical fungi, it's feet and other clay details. Then I set it aside to dry slowly. Once dry it is off to the kiln for it's first round of firing. 

Once bisqued I hand paint the rest of the design. Each one differs and is unique in it's character. Then I glaze over the the design and glaze the inside of the mug. Each ceramic piece takes multiple layers of glaze which I hand paint on each piece so that I have control over coverage and placement. Then into the kiln for it's final firing. I wipe it down and give it a thorough inspection. 

Place a tea candle (a self contained one so the wax of the candle does not melt into the ceramic piece) place a few wax melts in the top and enjoy. 

Mushrooms symbolize good luck, longevity, energy, transformation, and enlightenment. 

**Please note that colors may vary slightly due to monitors, and where the piece was photographed, natural vs photo box light**

4" tall, 4.5" wide.