Hey there, I’ve been working on some terracotta bowls for a while now. I’m curious—have you ever thought about making a custom dog bowl or toy that’s both sturdy and traditional? It might be a fun way to combine patience, craftsmanship, and your love for dogs.

That sounds like a lovely idea. I’ll start by sketching a few simple shapes—something low and wide so a dog can sip without spilling. I’ll think about a subtle clay texture for the base, maybe a thin line of natural ash to give it a faint pattern. When we fire it, I’ll keep the temperature steady; we don’t want the glaze to run. We can try a small paw print in the glaze once we’re sure the bowl holds up. Let me know if you have any specific colors or patterns in mind.

Sounds lovely. I’ll shape the bowl with a firm but smooth clay, then hand‑paint a darker paw print on the base and a tiny swirl around the rim. The warm terracotta with a hint of sandy beige or dusty orange should look natural and sturdy. I’ll keep the glaze simple, fire it slowly so nothing slips off, and test it with a little water before giving it to the pup. I’m glad you’re on board—let’s make something that feels both traditional and tail‑wag‑worthy.

I’ll finish the firing soon and send you a photo once it’s cooled. Then we can set it up for the taste test. I’m sure it’ll be a quiet, sturdy bowl that our pup will love.

I’m still waiting for it to cool completely. As soon as it’s ready, I’ll snap a photo and let you know. Then we can bring the pup in for the first sip.