Swallowtail Butterfly

At Wayne Village Pottery, that lovely stuff known as Maine “blue” clay is dug out of our back field. The early redware potters also used this kind of clay, and we enjoy following their tradition of creating handmade pottery which is useful, affordable and decorative.  We started making ornaments and sculptures for our Holiday Open House. The ornaments consist of an array of local birds, beasts and critters; the inspiration for each ornament typically comes from some sort of encounter we have had during the year. The Swallowtail Butterfly showcases wings that span an impressive 5 ½ inches when unfurled, making it one of the largest in New England! These striking creatures, adorned in hues of yellow, delight in basking in the sun, and add a vibrant touch of color to your garden. To attract them, consider planting lilac bushes, and milkweed plants as they are among their preferred food sources. All ornaments come with ribbon or wire for hanging and individually gift boxed with descript