Paloma Pottery

Paloma Pottery treats ceramics as both everyday objects and decorative pieces. Its signature approach embeds crushed recycled glass into a clay base: during firing, the glass melts across the surface and leaves a crackled finish that catches the light. Linked to Bellingham and the Pacific Northwest, the company sells its creations through an online store, bringing together home goods, accessories, and gifts.

The process begins with clay forms shaped by hand or on a wheel, dried, and fired once. Crushed glass is then applied, and the piece returns to the kiln so the glass can fuse with the ceramic base. The result combines texture, color, and variations inherent in handmade work; two items from the same line may differ slightly in shade or size.

The home collection includes bowls and plates, coasters, trivets, soap dishes, candleholders, plant saucers, and mosaic-framed mirrors. The store also brings together jewelry, pendants, ring holders, ornaments, and pieces for the bath or table. Not everything is made just for display: much of the catalog adds a bright accent to small everyday uses.

Crackle-glass tiles and cabinet pulls bring the material into kitchens, bathrooms, and interior projects. The official website offers tile in 2-, 4-, and 6-inch formats and a palette of glaze colors; knobs and pulls come in different shapes and finishes. The company welcomes inquiries about customization and quantity orders, which can help coordinate tile and hardware within one space.

Paloma Pottery’s story is tied to reuse and community involvement. Founder Nicole Whitney says the brand began with the goal of turning recovered materials—including glass from bottles and jars—into new pieces and supporting at-risk youth. The company also describes practices to reduce waste in its materials and packaging.

Sales take place primarily online, with orders shipped to customers and support for questions about products, customization, wholesale purchases, and care. The store includes a gifts-under-$20 section and quantity discounts on some lines. Bellingham is the brand’s base and mailing location, not a walk-in shop; purchases are handled through the online catalog.

When choosing a piece, it helps to consider its material and intended use. Fused-glass surfaces add shine and texture, while the ceramic base gives each object its form; the company provides product-specific care instructions and notes limits for some finishes, including cleaning and direct contact with food or liquids. The catalog brings together functional decor, personal accessories, and small handmade gifts, with recycled glass as a common thread.