Lea Phillips Pottery

27/02/2026

February's News From The Crab

Are the darkest days over? February is coming to a close as I write this newsletter and its not raining! As festival and event confirmations are coming through it's a good time to look ahead to brighter days. It takes some motivation to get in the studio after the winter break, so it is cheering be....

23/02/2026

19/02/2026

And it rained on, and on and ON…At least I now have a few bisk firings under my belt so the pots made in early February are finally drying. Always like this at the start of the year, until the pots dry can’t fire, until the kiln goes on nothing drying. Its still raining in Weymouth but summer events are being confirmed so need to get going. I always think February 14th is the real start to the year anyway Off we go!

19/02/2026

Delighted to say I have been accepted to exhibit at Celebrating Ceramics at Waterperry Gardens this year.
From 10-12 July, I'll be exhibiting at Celebrating Ceramics at Waterperry Gardens, near Oxford. The event will be held alongside a Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair and one ticket gives admission to both events.
Experience both these events with over 200 exhibitors set against the backdrop of Waterperry House and Garden. Visit to meet, engage with, and purchase from some of the finest contemporary ceramic artists, independent jewellers and silversmiths whilst enjoying live music, watching demonstrations, and taking a break within the food village.
Link to book: https://www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/waterperry-july-2026

14/12/2025

December News From The Crab

With winter fairs and application deadlines for summer shows, November and December have been busy. If, like me, you find December seems to be racing by, don’t panic, there is still time to finish, or start, your Christmas shopping! From stocking fillers to special precents the Crab still has plen...

09/12/2025

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Here's a short video of my display at SouSouWest gallery in Symondsbury, near Bridport. The gallery is well worth a visit, the show runs until 4th January, and they have a great cafe too!

03/12/2025

So true, use it or loose it.

24/11/2025

Not long now! Here's a preview of some of the pots you can see this weekend at Mapperton House Christmas Fair.
Mapperton House & Gardens, Mapperton, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3NR.
See https://mapperton.com/events/mappertons-christmas-market-2025/
This is a ticketed event, £5 includes entry to the estates winter grardens. Expect unique gifts, handmade decorations, and artisan treats. There is also a bar serving mulled wine and hot drinks, with food available all day at the Coach house Cafe.

21/11/2025

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1998054267653933
Great news, thank you Llyod Hatten, How exciting to get an Arts Centre in Weymouth, good to get some positive news

18/11/2025

Not long now, I have some Cosmic and Beach pots on show here, along with so many talented artists and makers from Dorchester and surrounding areas. Come and start your Christmas shopping in style, support local artists and help the Dorset County hospital charity too. With late night shopping on Tuesday. Why wait?

08/11/2025

November News From The Crab

As some of you may know I don’t usually do many Christmas events. Once the fleecy layers are needed its really time to stay at home as far as I’m concerned. But somehow, this year, I have Five events in November and December. How did this happen?!