01/03/2026
We've got just over a month before we're back for the season in St Ives, so I thought we should get to know the traders a little bit better that will be with us this year.
Trader 1 - Speckled Earth Pottery
"Hi, Iβm Sue!
Having raised 3 children, I returned to education as a mature student in 2016. I have always been creative and wanted to broaden my skills. The multi-disciplinary degree gave me the opportunity to work with clay and I was immediately captivated with its malleable properties and the endless things I could create. In 2020, I graduated with a BA in Art and Design from Plymouth University and I knew then that I wanted a career as a potter. In the space of a few short weeks, orders were made for a shed, kiln and all the necessary equipment so I could set up my studio at home and continue my journey with clay.
With a passion for Raku pottery, I set up my business as Suzanne Langstaff Ceramics my vessels are on display in Cornish galleries. Unfortunately, in the winter it is impossible to fire raku vessels, so I spent time throwing different forms and created items for my home. This sparked an idea to create affordable and durable items that functioned well and were a cohesive range; thatβs when Speckled Earth Pottery began.
From my studio in Cornwall my wheel thrown, stoneware vessels are made from a toasted, speckled clay; hence the name Speckled Earth Pottery! I apply colourful glazes to all my products with themes that also include my interests in all things lunar, crystal and nature. I hope you can find the perfect piece for your home or perhaps a gift for a loved one."
Find Speckled Earth Pottery at The Little Market on the Front every fortnight starting Thursday April 9th on the St Ives harbourfront.
Speckled Earth Pottery
St Ives Salvation Army
10 - 4pm
Free entry
Dogs welcome π