The Art of Crafting Crete Pots: A Behind the Scenes Look

Made by Hand
Every single pot is handmade by experienced craftsmen, whose skill has been passed down the generations

Out to Dry
The pots are then left out to dry under the Cretan sun

The Kiln & Fires are Lit
The fires are lit and burn for six hours, reaching temperatures of 1150c. Fuelled by wood and residue from olive and grape harvests (rather than more prevalent gas-fired kilns), it is a highly environmentally-friendly procedure that gives our pots their attractive varying soft shades of tan that change with the light.

Open the Kiln
The kiln is opened after the fires have burned out.

Remove from the Kiln
The pots are then carefully removed from the kiln, they are still hot at this point and will be placed outside under an artificial rain system for several hours

Artificial Rain
The artificial rain process lasts approximately twelve hours and it is this that makes the pots extremely strong and durable

The Finished Product
The finished products are now ready. Each one is unique.