East London’s Nocturne Workshop builds one-of-a-kind lighting solutions from responsibly sourced materials. Our favorite from their four-piece lineup (each named after a different musician) is the Otis Lamp: a subtly divergent tabletop piece fashioned from a rippling aluminum shade, a sturdy nickel-plated brass neck and an oiled oak baseplate. Because each lamp is made by founder Simon Day himself, bespoke finishes and custom colors are …
Handmade just outside of Portland by The Pursuits of Happiness, the lumpy but lovely “Bump Mug” features porcelain protrusions that are painted with 22k gold, so it’s a little bit fancy too. Crafted from white porcelain and glazed to a shiny delight, it’s not safe for the dishwasher. These cute mugs are made in small batches—so be prepared to wait three weeks for your delivery.
London-based artist Charlotte Mei handcrafts ceramic characters that are very cute, but avoid being saccharine—and are also always functional. From toast-shaped plates with rosy cheeks to little worm sculptures, many of her creations are limited edition—and the new Monkey Pot (available for pre-order now) has been made in a run of just 50. Hand slipcast and painted, this little monkey is perfect for housing a …
