Wholesale Earthling Collection CONNECT Teapot — handmade stoneware

The "CONNECT" teapot is one of our most special creations — a meeting of earth and wood, form and function, patience and skill. Wheel-thrown as a complete sphere, its body is a quiet testament to the mastery of potter Laima Pilina, who shapes the rounded form with precision before altering it to receive the lid and spout. The result is a balanced, organic vessel where every element feels naturally grown rather than assembled. The handle is carved from sustainably sourced juniper wood, chosen only from rare branches that grow at a natural 90° angle — a shape that takes hours of searching in the forest to find. Once fitted, the handle seems to rise from the table like a living form — grounding the teapot in nature while giving it a sculptural presence. Inside, the teapot includes an in-built strainer at the spout, making it suitable for loose-leaf teas and herbal blends. It pours smoothly, with a calm, steady rhythm. The surface is finished in our signature Stone glaze, a mineral-like coating that shifts between matte and soft gloss. Where the glaze thickens, it becomes gently glossy and pools into the vessel’s curves; where thin, it reveals warm, stone-like tones beneath — reminiscent of natural ash firing and the quiet alchemy of minerals in heat. A functional piece, yes — but also an object of presence, ritual, and connection. ✨ Details • Handcrafted juniper wood handle (natural 90° branch angle) • Wheel-thrown sphere form, altered to receive lid and spout • Built-in loose-leaf strainer • Glazed in microcrystalline Stone glaze • Hand wash only to preserve the wooden handle Every CONNECT teapot is shaped, carved, and assembled individually; natural variations in grain, glaze, curve, and wood tone are to be expected — and celebrated. 🍵 Pairing Suggestions For completing a refined tea ritual, we recommend pairing this teapot with our SHELL cups in the 100 ml (≈ 3.38 fl oz) size. 800 ml teapot serves 4–8 small cups, ideal for shared slow tea moments or intimate gatherings. Matching serving piece — include our DUNE stoneware platter for thoughtful presentation. 🔥 Material & Durability High-fired stoneware creates a strong, vitrified, non-porous body suitable for daily tea rituals. The juniper handle is finished and oiled for longevity, but we recommend gentle care: hand wash only, avoid soaking, and allow the handle to dry naturally. A sculptural teapot rooted in craftsmanship and quiet connection — where clay, wood, and heat meet to create a piece that feels alive in the hands. Made to order — please allow 6–18 weeks making time. Thank you for supporting slow, mindful craftsmanship and women-led studio. Follow our journey and meet the hands behind the pieces at @laimaceramics 🤍