From Mud to Magic: How Our Ceramics Come to Life (Step by Step)

Ever wondered how that perfectly imperfect Casa Boa mug lands in your hands? Spoiler: it starts as a lump of squishy mud and a wild idea. Here’s the behind-the-scenes story of how we turn humble clay into pieces that make your morning coffee (and your shelf) a little happier.

Step 1: Dream It

Every piece begins as a little spark — maybe a palm leaf shadow, a Bali sunset, or a shell found on the beach. We sketch, sip coconut coffee, and decide what we want it to feel like. Playful? Calm? A little cheeky? That vibe becomes our blueprint.

Step 2: Get Your Hands Dirty

Now comes the fun (and slightly messy) part. We wedge the clay — basically giving it a mini workout to get all the air bubbles out. Then it’s time to shape it: either on the wheel (for that smooth, round perfection) or by hand, with coils, slabs, or pinches. Each piece has its own rhythm.

Step 3: Slow & Steady Drying

Once the shape feels right, we let it rest. Clay needs to dry slowly — too fast and crack! (yes, we’ve learned the hard way). This is when patience becomes part of the art.

Step 4: First Fire (aka the Bisque)

We load the bone-dry pieces into the kiln for their first big glow-up. This bisque firing makes them sturdy enough to handle without breaking — think of it as clay puberty.

Step 5: Glaze Party

Now we play with color. We dip, brush, pour, or even splash our glazes to create those dreamy Casa Boa tones — tropical turquoise, warm sand, sun-kissed coral. Sometimes we experiment; sometimes we just let the glaze surprise us.

Step 6: The Big Burn (Glaze Firing)

Back in the kiln they go, this time at a really high temperature. Inside, magic happens — the glaze

 melts, flows, and fuses into glass. We hold our breath every single time we open that kiln door. Every. Single. Time.

Step 7: Sand, Sip, Celebrate

The final step? We sand the bottoms smooth, wipe off the dust, and admire the results with a well-earned cup of tea. No two pieces are ever identical — and that’s the beauty of it. Every piece carries its own little story.

Bonus: A Casa Boa Secret

Our favorite part? When a piece finds its way to your home. Whether it’s holding your breakfast smoothie or your jungle plant baby — it’s now part of your everyday rituals. Handmade with love, sunshine, and a sprinkle of island magic.