I'm Stacey Swinson, the potter behind Ground Up Pottery. I make functional pottery inspired by nature's beauty, every piece made from the ground up in my studio in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
I was the founding president of the Tar River Potters Guild in Greenville, NC, and I've been making pottery for homes across the country for more than ten years. In the summer of 2024 my family and I moved back to Winston-Salem, and I set my studio back up here.
What I make
My pieces have traditional forms with distinct details. I carve chrysanthemum petals into the clay by hand, add handmade flowers to my mugs and finish each piece with its own glaze, so no two are exactly alike. You'll find mugs, travel mugs and tumblers, bowls, plates and serving dishes, bud vases and soap dispensers.
I design my work to be used every day, not just admired. My line is made to be dishwasher and microwave safe, and any exception is noted on the listing.
Who it's for
Whether you're a party host, a home decor lover, a hot drink enthusiast or a gift-giver, I hope you'll find a piece that feels like yours.
Find me
I sell online here and at craft fairs and markets around North Carolina and Virginia; see my Shows page for the next dates. I taught school before I taught clay, and I still teach pottery lessons in my studio.