Welcome to Refiners Fire LLC
Plank Road Pottery in Historic Saint Charles, Missouri
The Potters Hands at CROSSROADS ART STUDIOS
Early American Ceramics
Simple.  Elegant.  Minimal. 
Uniquely made pottery in the style and tradition of the late 18th, early 19th century.


Following years of research into period design and technique, Tim and Christy Sawyer have accomplished a remarkably satisfying and beautiful reproduction redware pottery.  Rich mahogany glazes and warm golden slip-trailing combine to make some of the most authentic primitive redware to be found anywhere.  They are also extremely pleased to present psuedo salt-glazed stoneware that replicates the amazingly rich textural qualities of salt-glazing in a safe, environmentally-friendly electric kiln. 

Our ceramics are lovingly hand made with modern materials for durability and are made to be used!  All pieces are lead-free, microwaveable and dishwasher safe (although we recommend hand washing hand-made pottery.)

Pottery is the most accessible and affordable form of art for the beginning or accomplished collector, equally elegant in kitchen or gallery.
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