The Turquoise Hare

The Turquoise Hare Jan Ellen studio potter - ceramic designer, artist and crafter. Welcome to my page. I now have my own kiln and potters wheel. I have re-created one for my shop.

The first time I picked up a piece of clay was at Adult Education Class many years ago, from then on I have been hooked. I have gained two City and Guilds qualifications from Poole College and attended recreational ceramics until recently. I have always been interested in creating things, whether it is clay or other mediums, always looking to improve my skills. So far the most rewarding medium is

clay. To take a lump of raw material and form it into a piece of art is very satisfying. Whenever I have a spare moment my studio calls me, (the shed down the bottom of the garden) and I am off to wedge up some clay or glaze a piece calling for colour. I feel that there is no end to its “possibilities” just time is a problem, not enough of it to really give me true fulfilment. My inspiration comes from many sources for the most part it is the sea, what’s on it, in it, and around it, all are captivating and give me endless ideas. As you may have guessed my favorite colour is turquoise, this is also my birthstone. I love Hares and marvel at those magical creatures, if I am lucky enough to actually spot one in the wild that is a real bonus. My Hare pendant necklace has capured the eyes of many people, even when sitting in a cafe have a drink! Has brought me luck so I wear him often. Currently I am working on a line of window hangers and also pendant necklaces; I use sterling silver chains, bails and chokers. All items are sent 1st class recorded delivery.

17/04/2026

It’s a sad day for me as I found out my favourite glaze called Sea Mist Green has been discontinued. Duncan glazes have been taken over by Mayco and this gorgeous green is no more. These will be the last of my hydrangea trinket dishes to be made in this fabulous colour…😟

13/04/2026

Spring Flowers are here! These beauties came out of my kiln last week and are available if anyone fancies. They have to be brought in before the frost starts October time depending on where you live. As they are not frost proof.
Now sold.Thank you Sally xx

12/04/2026

The weird and wonderful purple seed heads in my plant pot this morning… Still a windy day again here in Dorset. Is it the same where you are chums?

31/03/2026

Thank you Kiln Gods 🙏

20/03/2026

Some quirky birds are now on sale, chubby ones are now £12 and the smaller ones are £ 10 plus postage

2 more Angels in the making x
16/01/2026

2 more Angels in the making x

Hi Chums I’m having a 1 day sale on lots of my ceramics at the Rotary Craft Fair Wimborne tomorrow. If you are in the ar...
24/10/2025

Hi Chums I’m having a 1 day sale on lots of my ceramics at the Rotary Craft Fair Wimborne tomorrow. If you are in the area I would love to see you x
🍂🍁🍁🎃🎃 🍁🍁🍂

22/10/2025

Thank you kiln Gods!

Early morning glaze of a white pumpkin.  Halloween is getting closer Spooky! Oh and 3 mini kiwi green ones too🤍💚
18/10/2025

Early morning glaze of a white pumpkin. Halloween is getting closer Spooky! Oh and 3 mini kiwi green ones too🤍💚

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