HANDCRAFTED CERAMICS FOR EVERYDAY USE

EACH PIECE IS A PLEASURE TO SEE, TOUCH AND USE

Stables Pottery was created to be a vehicle for locally made, attractive, handmade “daily-ware” - pieces that are a pleasure to see, touch and use.

Here at Stables Pottery, the goal is to ensure that style and appearance are equal to functionality and usability.

The outcome of this is the Stables Pottery range of ceramics.

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About Us

Stables Pottery commenced as a collaborative venture between Mike Cribbens and Melissa Mead (Mead Ceramics). Initially they converted a barn and disused pony stables into a working pottery studio with both production and workshop facilities before relocating to new facilities in Albany, North Harbour, back in May 2022. While the new premises was smaller than the old barn, it was initially a more comfortable and homely place to work and create.

More recently Stables Pottery has required yet more space for production and new projects and has recently moved to a larger facility located in Westgate, while Mead Ceramics remain at the Albany studio.

Stables Pottery takes its name from the original barn facility and also reflects Mike’s lifelong other passion - that of all things equine - having previously been a successful owner (and not so successful breeder) of thoroughbred racehorses.

Mike’s journey with clay commenced 10 years ago with a beginner class at Auckland Studio Potters. Having had a variety of roles in his many work years, ranging from that of a real-ale brewery drayman, an explosives loader for a seismic exploration company, right thru to more conventional roles in IT sales and service management. Clay has now become the key creative outlet through which to appreciate the simpler things.
Mike gets great pleasure and satisfaction knowing that the items he creates are part and parcel of peoples’ everyday lives.
Mike has delighted in naming a number of our product ranges after champion NZ-bred racehorses , including Alamosa, El Roca and Il Tempo.

WHAT WE OFFER

ONLINE SHOP

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CLASSES

Whether you're a novice or seasoned pro, our classes offer a welcoming environment to explore your craft. Join us, and let your imagination take shape in the world of pottery.

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MARKETS

Experience the essence of craftsmanship firsthand as you explore our upcoming markets. Elevate your surroundings with Stables Pottery – where every piece tells a story.

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LYNLEY KNIGHT

Over the last 15 weeks I've had the pleasure of attending pottery classes with Mike from Stables. I've had an absolute blast - learnt and laughed heaps and have some really awesome pieces to display. Thanks heaps Mike.
JAN DEWAR

Mike is a great teacher, he somehow works with everyone at their own pace. I thoroughly enjoyed Mike's pottery classes, am delighted with the result and will definitely be back!!
Thanks so much!
SARAH

I have just completed my second 5 week hand building class with Mike and have had an absolute blast. Mike's class offered a huge degree of freedom to create unique pieces of our own choosing. He has created a collaborative and supportive environment where classmates took inspiration from and encouraged each other. It was so exciting seeing everyone's individual flair come through in their pieces.Thanks Mike, see you again soon.
SANDIE

I have completed three pottery classes with Stables Pottery and have really enjoyed each one. The classes are very relaxed and friendly. Mike is a great to tutor, very patient and encouraging. With Mikes help I have built some pieces that I am really happy with. I look forward to attending more classes in the future.