Friendly Ceramics is a solo operation by Melbourne-based ceramicist Hannah Friend, who throws pots on the wheel and hand builds from her home in Northcote. She enjoys bringing joy to everyday life through her gorgeous functional pieces.

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As well as making pots, Hannah is also a chef and social-media coordinator at a local social enterprise, and freelance writer.

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“Time is precious, and I love spending my non-work days in the home studio with our puppy, Albey (aka Albus Dumbledog). I enjoy the patience and slowness ceramics requires, as it clay will never be rushed, which makes each piece that comes out of the kiln even more special. I work hard to ensure my impact on the planet is minimal, recycling scraps of clay, using a communal kiln, reusing packaging material and using compostable packing peanuts."