About us

Hillsboro Pottery is a small woman-owned pottery

studio located between the rolling hills and

wineries surrounding historic Hillsboro, Virginia.

We started throwing pottery in 2019 and haven’t

put the clay down since. What began as periodic

evening classes in Washington, D.C. soon became

throwing pots in our apartment kitchen. When we

moved to Hillsboro to enjoy the wide open spaces,

that meant we could bust our studio space wide

open, too.

Ceramics is a lifelong learning process, and we

love to experiment with different clays, glazes, and

tools. Each of our pieces is one of a kind and

handmade. Our pots are wheel-thrown and we do

not use any molds to make our pieces.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We periodically sell at local craft or holiday markets

    and have pop ups hosted at other local businesses.

    Check our Upcoming Events page for the latest!

  • At this time, we do not accept custom orders. We

    are still refining our craft and the pressure of

    custom orders is not something we’re taking on

    right now.

  • It really depends. Pottery is a practice that requires

    patience. Each piece undergoes many steps. Letting

    clay dry slowly and evenly prevents warping and

    cracks. The entire process usually takes several

    weeks and exact timing depends on the temperature

    and humidity of the studio environment.

  • Yes, we use lead-free glazes that are generally food

    safe, oven safe, and dishwasher safe. Pieces with

    luster glazes (e.g., gold, mother of pearl — the

    extra shiny stuff) are the only pieces that are not

    microwave safe.