Handmade Tile

Update – February 2025 Hello everyone, First, thank you so much for your continued support of my one-woman operation! I’m incredibly grateful for each and every order and truly appreciate your patience as I fine-tune my process to keep up with demand while maintaining the quality and care that defines my work. After much thought, I’ve decided to adjust the way I accept orders (again!) to create a more sustainable workflow. While scheduling in advance initially seemed like a good idea, booking too far ahead makes it harder to provide accurate timelines, and managing ongoing scheduling and invoicing alongside production...

Recently, I had the privilege of collaborating with Canadian enamel artist Tim Laurin for his exhibition at the Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery in Waterloo, Ontario. Now that the show is officially open and runs through the end of the month, it seems like the perfect time to highlight this cross-cultural artistic exchange! For this exhibition, Tim took an innovative approach—starting with works by other artists and then adding his own embellishments in enamel. I was honored to be one of the 12 artists involved, and I was thrilled to see how he transformed one of my ceramic sunflowers into...

The fireplace in a beach house in South Carolina just got an upgrade! The homeowners chose a mix of seaside plants and animals for their fireplace feature tiles- so fitting for the coastal setting. The combination of honey and spearmint glazes enhances the breezy, ocean-inspired feel, and I can’t get over how beautifully the honey glaze complements the hardwood floors. A turtle and octopus make an appearance among the 4x4 field tiles, along with other animals like a dolphin, crab and starfish. One of my favorite things about this installation is how they chose to frame herons and cattails to...

Wow, it is surreal seeing my work in a book, especially a book as amazing as this one. The incomparable Marion Brandis has published her opus: "Handmade Tiles: Creative Techniques" and it is such an honor to see some Emu Tiles in the mix, alongside the work of Angela Evans, Reptile Tiles, and so many other talented and hardworking tile makers. This means a lot to me because when I started making tiles over 20 years ago, I checked out certain books from the library again and again. I learned so many of the skills I use every day from books, and...

One of the most rewarding parts of being an artist is connecting with other creators whose work inspires me. That’s why I’m over the moon (pun intended!) to share this special story of an art exchange with the incredibly talented Sylvie Abecassis. Sylvie is one of my absolute favorite artists, so it’s a dream come true that she chose my moon tiles to be part of her bathroom. Here are the moon tiles in their new home, and seeing them installed in her beautiful space truly makes my heart sing. What’s even more special is that Sylvie and I seem...

I’m thrilled to share this incredible bathroom remodel by fellow Ohio artist, Angela of "Cultivate Your Creative" and her husband. They took on this project entirely themselves, and the result is nothing short of amazing! What truly stands out in this remodel is the way the handmade art tiles seem to cascade beneath the showerhead, creating the illusion of a serene waterfall. The design evokes a peaceful, calming vibe, transforming the space into a tranquil oasis. It’s the perfect blend of artistry and functionality—where every detail contributes to a relaxing atmosphere. Angela mentioned that they are so happy with how...

I just have to share this incredible project by a very talented woodworker in New York state! W.S. built this stunning oak mantle and installed the tiles himself, and I’m completely in awe of how it all came together. W.S. chose feature tiles from my catalog that have a special meaning for him. These tiles are glazed in "spearmint," a soft and versatile green. To go with them, he picked "glossy jade" field tiles from Mineral Tiles, and I can barely believe how perfectly the two brands of tiles blend together—it’s truly a match made in heaven! One of the...

Customer installation photos are one of the things that keep me motivated. BIG thanks to C.S. in Louisiana for sending this photo and lovely note: "We are enjoying your beautiful handiwork in our kitchen and have received many compliments on the tiles. They are our favorite part of the remodel we've been working on for the last 4 months. We are just so happy to have found you on the Internet. We thank you for your talented artwork that we admire every day. We wish you continued success and happy creating what you clearly love." This kind of heartfelt feedback...