Pebble Bead

These locally-made (right here in Philadelphia!) beads are created with scraps from MVP Studio's larger pieces using a technique called nerikomi, a traditional Japanese technique of layering clay bodies of different colors to create either an agate-like feel or a pattern. In Japan the technique is traditionally used with colored porcelain (the purest body of clay), where each layer is meticulously placed to make a larger pattern. Mackenzie cuts, layers, and wedges selected clay bodies into a new block of clay. Once beads are made they are first fired, glazed, and then glaze fired to highlight the laminated clay bodies in the new beads. Glazed bead options come in different colors - right now we can't promise a specific color but please feel free to ask in the notes! We will be adding more of these to the shop this fall. Beads measure roughly 2” x 1.5” with a 1/4” hole. Mackenzie Pikaart is a maker based in Philadelphia PA. Her hand-built, functional ceramic dinnerware and objects are m