South African ceramicist and stylist Alexia Klompje of Klomp Ceramics has released a new series of one-of-a-kind bowls made from clay leftovers.

The Play Bowls collection is made up of 10 hand-crafted bowls glazed in subtle shades of blue with accents of gold and raw textural elements.

The bowls are inspired by the idea of playfulness.

“Even though I do what I love each day (and it’s creative),  I still get caught up in the practicalities of it all, the realities of running a business and just getting things done,” says Alexia. “Most often I feel like I’m just rushing from one task to another, without taking a moment to just be and create in a calm and playful manner. The Play Bowls are part of a project I’m working on. A conscious slowing down, taking the time for myself, to play.”

To shop online, visit klompceramics.com.

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Designer Alexia Klompje of Cape Town-based homeware brand Klomp Ceramics has launched a new range of ceramics, entitled Dot Dash.

After having a brain tumour removed in 2012, Alexia was unable to make use of the right side of her body. No longer able to work as a stylist, Alexia found ceramics. “The recovery was slow and as a creative person I needed something creative to do while I healed,” she says on her website. “Unsure of what that was, I had a dream one night and in it this voice told me I needed to start working with clay. That was it. Playing with clay allowed me to express myself, tell my story and heal. And Klomp Ceramics was born.”

This new collection of one-of-a-kind graphic cylindrical vases are all hand-made. The range features hand-painted markings on an unglazed off-white base with a clear glazed interior, with the black-on-white colour scheme appearing to mimic the layout of a bustling city.

Each piece, retailing between R580 and R1 180 depending on the size, would make for an ideal accompaniment to the decor of a contemporary city apartment or modern home.

For more information and to shop online, visit klompceramics.com.

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Spruce up your space this season with spring-ready buys such as bowls, cushion covers, tea towels, crockery, throws and decor accessories.

1. Blush Copper Magazine Rack R1 499, Knus

2. Velvet Cushion Cover R129, H&M

3. Floral Duvet Cover Set R349, H&M

4. Pink Bowl R195, Klomp Ceramics

5. Foliage on Pink Tray R210, Handmade By Me at Knus

6. Gold Plated Cutlery R99.90 – R139, Zara Home

7. Tea Towel Set R239, Zara Home

8. Washing Pegs in Bag (50) R395, Weylandts

9. Textured Side Plate R69.95, Woolworths

10. Round Dimensional Memo Board R259.99, MRP Home

11. Coco Throw R 599, Woolworths

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Klomp Ceramics, run by South African ceramicist and stylist Alexia Klompje, has just released three new stoneware ranges.

The studio came about after Alexia was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2012. After having it removed, she found that she was unable to move the right side of her body, putting her career as a stylist on hold. “The recovery was slow and as a creative person I needed something creative to do while I healed,” she explains on her website. “Unsure of what that was, I had a dream one night and in it this voice told me I needed to start working with clay. That was it. Playing with clay allowed me to express myself, tell my story and heal. And Klomp Ceramics was born.”

Since then, Alexia has created a number of ceramic collections, with the three latest (Pink, Splat Platter and Everyday) focusing on stoneware.

The understated, elegant Pink range features glazed ceramic stoneware serveware that Alexia says, “has been brewing in me since I was pregnant with my little girl.”

Alexia describes the freeform Splat Platter collection as functionally minimal. “I always like to take functional pieces more into the decorative realm and I like to think this range puts the fun back into minimalism,” she explains. “Who says functional needs to be boring and that minimalism can’t be fun?! I love this range – it’s not only super fun to make – but the pieces range from bold to simplistic so they can be paired with just about any tableware or stand on their own as unique pieces.”

Lastly, the Everyday stoneware dinnerware range, which comes in both grey and milky white, will suit any space and can be mixed and matched with ease.

To shop the new Klomp Ceramics ranges, visit klompceramics.com.

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From a tiny house and a floating swan ladle to vibrant photographs of a bright town and local ceramics, these are some of the top VISI Picks of the Week Series – week 159.

1. The Tiny House of Slow Town

“This tiny town house by The Plus Partners and DNC Architects only measures 19.8m²,” says Online Editor Lindi Brownell Meiring. “The idea behind the project is to provide more housing facilities in South Korea using the bare minimum in environmentally friendly materials. I love it!”

Image credit: Moobum Jang via Archdaily.com

2. Moët Ice Impérial Rosé 

“I am not usually a bubbly drinker by choice — with the exception of obligatory toasts — but this fabulously delicious Moët, which is designed to be served over a couple of ice cubes has made a convert of me,” says Assistant Editor Tracy Greenwood. “It’s sophisticated and delicious with just the right amount of fruitiness to delight my palate. And don’t even get me started on the packaging. It’s just beautiful!”

Image credit: moet.com

3. Swanky Swan Ladle

OTOTO, the creator of the adorable Nessie ladle plans to release Swanky, a swan ladle that floats on top of your liquid, should they get enough support on Kickstarter” explains Content Producer Michaela Stehr. “I want one!”

Image credit: boredpanda.com

4. Jessica Devnani’s Photographs of Colombian Town Guatapé

“My goal when I travel is to get away from all that is familiar; to be immersed somewhere entirely new,” says VISI contributor Amelia Brown. “Besides being an utterly Instagrammable destination, the riotous, vibrant colours of this town make it unlike anywhere I’ve ever visited before. And I love colouring in, so just looking at one of the colourfully painted facades makes me happy.”

Image credit: Jessica Devnani via designboom.com

5. Klomp Ceramics Everyday Range 

“I love this beautiful range of everyday ceramics by local brand Klomp,” says Sub Editor Kay-Ann van Rooyen. “Perfect for large festive family gatherings.”

Image credit: klompceramics.com

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Winter is a time for entertaining indoors, surrounded by your nearest and dearest. Display your selection of delicious treats on any of these 12 pretty platters.

1. Large Turquoise Platter R850, Sarah Ord at Africandy

2. World of Flavours Mexican Ceramic Oval Serving Platter R249, Kitchen Craft at Yuppiechef.com

3. “Pinch” Platter R1 060, Imiso Ceramics at Africandy.com

4. Artisan Embossed Platter R299, Artisan Collection at Woolworths

5. Endless Summer Platter R550, Janet Ceramics

6. Bird – Large Plate R650, Gemma Orkin Handmade Ceramics

7. Extra Large Plate One R820, Klomp Ceramics

8. Ceramic Serving Plate R290, KA-AD at Mono Online Shop

9. Leaf Dish R169, @home

10. Bo Large Platter R299, Country Road

11. “Sail Away” Oval Platter R560, Sugar & Vice

12. Swallow and Cherry Blossom Tart Platter R513, Mervyn Gers at Africandy

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With the chilly weather starting to creep up on us, we thought it was the perfect time to go in search of a few decent mugs that are just right for the season’s first (decadent) cup of hot chocolate. 12 Mugs For The Perfect Cuppa. Complete with marshmallows, of course.

1. Aztec Espresso Set R299, Big Blue at Spree.co.za

2. A-Z Cups R199 each, Design Letters at Superbalist.com

3. Slender Mugs (set of 4) R369, Mervyn Gers at Yuppiechef.com

4. Sarjaton Mug in Metsa White R299,95, iittala at Entrepo

5. Grafica Cups (Large) R220, Klomp Ceramics

6. Sugar Skull Coffee Mug R130, Sugar & Vice

7. Enamel Ceramic Mug R49, @home

8. Cast Iron Cup R115, The Tea Merchant

9. Stoneware Mug R15,99, Mr Price Home

10. Bodum Canteen Mug R269,40, Banks Kitchen Boutique

11. Handle-less Coffee Mug R70, Josephine Road by KA-AD at Mono Online Shop

12. Tall Stoneware Mug R45, Studio W at Woolworths

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