Tea Blog

Bring nature to your teatime by serving tea in beautifully crafted pottery featuring leaf and butterfly designs.

If this sounds appealing, take a look at the unique creations from Poplar Ridge Pottery.

Inspired by the organic shapes of leaves around her childhood home in rural Alabama, artist Tracy Wilson transitioned from photography to pottery. She began pressing real leaves into soft clay, creating detailed, natural patterns in her work.

One of her earliest pieces, the Original Princess Tree Leaf Platter, was inspired by the large leaves of the

Princess Tree
near her home.

As her work evolved, Tracy noticed that some leaf shapes resembled fish or butterflies. This led to the creation of designs such as the Original Fish Leaf Platter and the Original Kudzu Butterfly™ series.

(And as she notes—no butterflies are harmed in the making of her pottery!)

Each piece is truly unique. Because real leaves are used, no two impressions are alike. Her glazing techniques further enhance these textures rather than masking them.

Working alongside her husband Craig, the studio produces both functional and decorative pieces—from platters and bowls to teapots and mugs.

Award Recognition

• 2nd Place –
  
  Double Decker Arts Festival
  (2009, Oxford, MS)
• Honorable Mention – Cotton District Art Festival (2009, Starkville, MS)
• 3rd Place –
  
  Prairie Arts Festival
  (2009, West Point, MS)

For those who embrace the “tea life,” where tea is more than just a drink, these pieces bring a special touch to any gathering.

You can serve traditional treats like

authentic British scones and baking mixes
on a leaf platter, or fill a

botanical leaf bowl
with fresh fruits.

Pair it with a freshly brewed pot of

rich Assam black tea
or Keemun, served in matching

handcrafted ceramic leaf mugs
to create a memorable teatime experience.

If you are located in Alabama, Georgia, or Mississippi, you can visit Poplar Ridge Pottery in person at regional craft shows. Their schedule is available on the

official Poplar Ridge Pottery website
.

Alternatively, you can browse and purchase their work online through their

Poplar Ridge Pottery Etsy shop
.

Add a touch of nature and artistry to your teatime—enjoy!

Company Information

• Name: Poplar Ridge Pottery
• Owners: Tracy & Craig Wilson
• Website:
  
  Visit Poplar Ridge Pottery online
  
• Phone: 662-534-7154
• Email:
  
  PoplarRdg@aol.com
  
• Etsy Shop:
  
  Browse their Etsy collection
  

For more tea inspiration, visit

Tea Time with A.C. Cargill
.