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Hey everyone! So, full disclosure: my ninth wedding anniversary is coming up, and after last year’s failed attempt at recreating our first date (never trust Yelp reviews for sushi, just saying), I’m determined to get it right this time. Apparently, the “traditional” ninth anniversary gift is pottery, which sent me down a clay-covered rabbit hole on the internet. And let me tell you—there is way more to pottery than your middle school art projects!
What I love about hand-crafted pottery as a gift is that each piece is literally shaped for you—mistakes, fingerprints, and all. It’s a metaphor for marriage, right? A little wobbly in the beginning, with occasional chips along the way, but absolutely unique and beautiful. Plus, you can use these pieces for more than storing random keys and loose change (looking at you, my husband).
Here are three awesome pottery gift ideas that I found (and honestly might just buy for myself if he doesn’t get the hint):
- Mora Ceramic Large Mug Set – Everyone loves a big, satisfying mug, and these come in mellow, earthy colors that are perfect for slow mornings. They’re handmade-inspired stoneware and are microwave and dishwasher safe (because who’s got time for hand-washing anymore?). Find them on Amazon—bonus points if you fill one with their favorite coffee beans!
- LE TAUCI Ceramic Berry Bowl Colander – This is no ordinary colander! Think of it as a beautiful bowl for rinsing fruits or serving berries at breakfast in bed. It’s hand-glazed and sturdy, and it’s cute enough to live permanently on the countertop. My kitchen counter honestly needs more of this kind of “functional art.” Also available on Amazon.
- Pinky Up Noelle Ceramic Teapot – If your partner is a tea lover (or you aspire to pretend you live in a charming British romcom), this teapot is hand-painted and feels totally special. Porcelain, pretty, and surprisingly affordable. Amazon to the rescue again!
I love the idea of giving a gift that you’ll actually use together, and pottery is all about warming up your home and your heart (or holding emergency snack supplies). If anyone’s found any other quirky or beautiful pottery gifts—or just wants to commiserate about anniversary shopping stress—please share! Let’s keep our anniversary traditions as interesting as our stories. Happy gifting!
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