Oh hi, I’m Meranda — the hands and heart behind merc pottery. I’m a wife, a mom of two wonderful boys, and a lifelong maker who finds peace and purpose in working with clay.

My pottery journey began as something deeply personal. After being diagnosed with PTSD and living with chronic migraines, I felt pretty disconnected and disheartened. My grandma gifted me a beginner pottery class as a birthday present (my husband gave her the idea), and I was changed. When I finished that class, I never looked back. I ‘d actually found something that made me feel light again, that made me feel like me, again.

What started as a form of healing has grown into my small pottery business. I create both functional ware and art pieces that celebrate fun, warmth, and connection. Each mug, bowl, or vase is made in my little home studio (formerly my walk-in closet!) and carries the marks of being handmade — the gentle curves, glaze flows, and textures that make every piece one of a kind.

Through merc pottery, I hope to share not just beautiful stoneware, but the sense of mindfulness and grounding that comes with them. My work is about slowing down, appreciating everyday moments, and finding beauty in imperfection.

Thank you for being here and for supporting handmade — it means more than you know.