A plate made for everyday meals
A plate is something you use every single day, so it is worth having one that feels good to eat from. This one is made for exactly that. It gives food room to sit well, it feels substantial without being heavy to carry, and it turns an ordinary meal into something that looks a little more considered. Whether it is breakfast, a main course or something to share, a handmade plate quietly lifts the whole table. It is made to be used and washed and used again, not saved for special occasions, which is exactly how we think good tableware should earn its place.
Thrown and finished by hand in Oxfordshire
Every plate is shaped, trimmed and finished by hand in our Oxfordshire studio. We work in small batches rather than pressing out identical copies, so no two are ever exactly the same, and each piece is unique. A plate is deceptively hard to make well: it has to sit flat, feel even in the hand, and carry a clean, comfortable rim, and all of that is judged by hand. Doing every stage in-house is how we hold that standard rather than relying on shortcuts that speed up production but flatten the character out of the finished piece.
Judged for balance and feel
So much of a good plate is in the parts you feel rather than see. The rim is finished to feel smooth and to frame the food nicely, the surface is judged to sit flat and stable on the table, and the weight is balanced so it is comfortable to carry, pass and stack. The foot is trimmed so it stacks cleanly with others and does not scratch the table, and the size is judged to give a generous meal room without crowding the table. These are small details, but on a piece you handle at every meal they are the difference between a plate you love using and one you only tolerate.
From the table to the wall
Good tableware earns its place twice over. In use, this plate is a genuine everyday piece for meals of every kind. At rest, it is a piece worth looking at, so it can be stood on display on a dresser or a shelf, or even hung on the wall, rather than being shut away. It stacks neatly with others if you are slowly building a set, and it pairs naturally with the rest of the range. Wherever it ends up, it brings a little of the handmade into an ordinary daily routine, which is exactly what we think functional ceramics should do.
Made to last, easy to live with
Handmade does not mean high-maintenance. This plate is made from stoneware, fired to a high temperature so the clay body becomes dense, hard-wearing and non-porous. That gives it real durability for daily use and a chip-resistant surface that stands up to being washed and stacked day after day. It is dishwasher safe, microwave safe and food safe, so you can use it exactly as you would any everyday plate, and everything is tested thoroughly before it leaves the studio so you can use it without a second thought.
A handmade gift that gets used
Because every plate is made individually rather than mass-produced, it makes a genuinely good gift. It carries the mark of the person who made it, from the finish on the rim to the weight in the hand and the small signs of a process that cannot be rushed. Whether it is for someone setting up a home, a lover of considered tableware, or simply someone who appreciates things made with care, a plate like this is a thoughtful thing to give, and an easy thing to treat yourself to as well.
Please note: as these are handmade objects, they may vary in colour, shape and size from one piece to the next. These variations are not defects. They are celebrated as part of the handmade quality of every piece.
A plate made for everyday meals
A plate is something you use every single day, so it is worth having one that feels good to eat from. This one is made for exactly that. It gives food room to sit well, it feels substantial without being heavy to carry, and it turns an ordinary meal into something that looks a little more considered. Whether it is breakfast, a main course or something to share, a handmade plate quietly lifts the whole table. It is made to be used and washed and used again, not saved for special occasions, which is exactly how we think good tableware should earn its place.
Thrown and finished by hand in Oxfordshire
Every plate is shaped, trimmed and finished by hand in our Oxfordshire studio. We work in small batches rather than pressing out identical copies, so no two are ever exactly the same, and each piece is unique. A plate is deceptively hard to make well: it has to sit flat, feel even in the hand, and carry a clean, comfortable rim, and all of that is judged by hand. Doing every stage in-house is how we hold that standard rather than relying on shortcuts that speed up production but flatten the character out of the finished piece.
Judged for balance and feel
So much of a good plate is in the parts you feel rather than see. The rim is finished to feel smooth and to frame the food nicely, the surface is judged to sit flat and stable on the table, and the weight is balanced so it is comfortable to carry, pass and stack. The foot is trimmed so it stacks cleanly with others and does not scratch the table, and the size is judged to give a generous meal room without crowding the table. These are small details, but on a piece you handle at every meal they are the difference between a plate you love using and one you only tolerate.
From the table to the wall
Good tableware earns its place twice over. In use, this plate is a genuine everyday piece for meals of every kind. At rest, it is a piece worth looking at, so it can be stood on display on a dresser or a shelf, or even hung on the wall, rather than being shut away. It stacks neatly with others if you are slowly building a set, and it pairs naturally with the rest of the range. Wherever it ends up, it brings a little of the handmade into an ordinary daily routine, which is exactly what we think functional ceramics should do.
Made to last, easy to live with
Handmade does not mean high-maintenance. This plate is made from stoneware, fired to a high temperature so the clay body becomes dense, hard-wearing and non-porous. That gives it real durability for daily use and a chip-resistant surface that stands up to being washed and stacked day after day. It is dishwasher safe, microwave safe and food safe, so you can use it exactly as you would any everyday plate, and everything is tested thoroughly before it leaves the studio so you can use it without a second thought.
A handmade gift that gets used
Because every plate is made individually rather than mass-produced, it makes a genuinely good gift. It carries the mark of the person who made it, from the finish on the rim to the weight in the hand and the small signs of a process that cannot be rushed. Whether it is for someone setting up a home, a lover of considered tableware, or simply someone who appreciates things made with care, a plate like this is a thoughtful thing to give, and an easy thing to treat yourself to as well.
Please note: as these are handmade objects, they may vary in colour, shape and size from one piece to the next. These variations are not defects. They are celebrated as part of the handmade quality of every piece.
Refund policyOur refund and returns policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have passed since your purchase, we are unable to offer a full refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused, in the same condition you received it, and in its original packaging. A receipt or proof of purchase is required for all returns. Please do not send your purchase back to Country living; instead, follow the steps below to return your item to Brooker Ceramics.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned:
- Perishable items such as plants, food, and flowers.
- Gift cards, downloadable software, some health and personal care items, and intimate or sanitary goods.
- Hazardous materials or items containing flammable liquids or gases.
Returns for Ceramics
- Ceramics are eligible for return within 30 days of purchase.
- Returned ceramics must be unused and in the same condition in which you received them, including their original packaging.
- To initiate a return, please contact us via email at hello@earthandclay.co.uk for instructions. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
- Once we receive and inspect the returned item, we will notify you via email of the approval or rejection of your refund. If approved, your refund will be processed, and a credit will be applied to your original method of payment within a certain amount of days.
Partial Refunds
In certain situations, only partial refunds may be granted. This may apply to:
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged, or missing parts for reasons not due to our error.
- Any item returned more than 30 days after delivery.
Sale Items
Only regular-priced items may be refunded. Sale items are non-refundable.
Exchanges
We replace items only if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange an item for the same one, please contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk and we will provide a return address.
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you will receive a gift credit for the return value. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift at the time of purchase, or if the gift giver had the item shipped to themselves, we will send the refund to the gift giver.
Shipping Returns
Please contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk and we will provide a return address. Shipping costs for returns are the customer’s responsibility and are non-refundable. If a refund is issued, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from the refund amount.
For higher-value items, we recommend using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance, as we cannot guarantee receipt of your returned item.
Late or Missing Refunds
If you have not received your refund within the expected timeframe, please:
- Check your bank account.
- Contact your credit card company, as there may be a delay in processing.
- Contact your bank, as processing times may vary.
If you have completed these steps and still have not received your refund, please contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk.
Need Help?
Contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk for any questions related to refunds and returns. Thank you for supporting Brooker Ceramics and Plants!