This giveaway has ended. Thanks to all that entered!
After I took a pottery class in college I developed a whole new respect for potters. I had issues making just a simple bowl! After my experience, I started collecting handmade pottery. My aunt told me about Emerson Creek Pottery, which is in Bedford, VA, and I had to check them out.
Until now, I never thought about lead or other dangerous materials being in clays or dyes used in making pottery. After all of the recent China recalls, the chances are pretty high. Especially when you can pay $4 for a cup made in China or Mexico. They are known for cutting corners, so why would this be any different? The FDA hasn’t paid much attention to pottery and this really needs to change! Studies have found that older China and pottery, even big name brands, have started to leach lead making them unsafe for food. Lead can get into your food and beverages through cracks, corrosion, heating of the pottery, or high acidic content. So instead of taking chances, purchase your pottery housewares from companies that you know you can trust.
Emerson Creek Pottery has been making handmade, Eco-friendly, non-toxic pottery for 32 years. All of their pottery is made from all natural and earth friendly materials. The paints and clays are non-toxic and lead free. Even your pottery is packaged in cornstarch peanuts and recycled fiber boxes.
I was sent a Go Green Earthware Posie Pitcher to review and it is truly beautiful. I love the earthy tone and smoothness of the pottery. There is something about holding a handmade piece and feeling the textures and shape. The 8 oz. Pitcher is great for personal made drinks, syrups or to even put a flower in for your kitchen table.
Emerson Creek Pottery carries a variety of gorgeous plates, bowls, mugs, bakeware, kitchenware, bathroom accessories, teaware, servingware, vases, lamps, home decor and more! They have 14 different lines to choose from, all at affordable prices.
Discount: Use MK909 at the checkout for 10% off any purchase of $25 and over.
The Giveaway: Emerson Creek Pottery would like to offer 1 lucky winner a coffee or tea Mug of their choice!
The Rules: You have until 11:59 p.m. EST September 26, 2009 to enter. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced after they respond to the winning email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to the winning email, or a new winner will be chosen. You must leave your email address! This contest is open to the US
How to Enter: Tell me which Mug you would pick from Emerson Creek Pottery and what line it is in. Click on “Comments” to leave your post. Make sure to leave your email address!! I cannot contact the winner without it!
EXTRA entries: You must complete the “How To Enter” before making any extra entries. Make sure you leave a comment for each extra entry and tell me which one.
2. Become a fan of Mkokopelli on FB, Mkokopelli on Twitter or Follow my blog 3. Subscribe to my blog by email (on the right sidebar)
4. Blog, Tweet or send a message on FB and leave a link here (3 extra entries)
5. Enter another giveaway I have going on and tell me which one or leave a comment on a non-giveaway post
6. Tell me another piece of pottery from Emerson Creek that you would love to have
7. Tell me something you learned on Emerson Creek Pottery or their Blog
8. Fly the Flag Button on your blog or FB page and link back

i like the 16 oz ceramic rooster mug
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I like the Snowman Mug from the ceramic line.
Thank you. 😀 atraditionalsurro at comcast dot net
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I entered the Rudbekia Hat Giveaway
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I subscribe to your blog by email.
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I'd also love the Blueberry Pasta Bowl – 2qts is a great size!
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I'd choose the Wisteria Classic Mug
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i would also love the dogwood chili bowl, because we never seem to have enough bowls in the house! lol!
thanks!
yona_@hotmail.com
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i loved the dogwood mug! it is on the second line of the 2 lines of patterns (hope this is what you meant in your question!)
thanks!
yona_@hotmail.com
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twitter ~ momof2dancers
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facebook fan
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I'd actually pick the one you have pictured, the Go Green Mug | 16 Oz I like the look of the 12 oz classic, but I need a bigger cup 🙂
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The Go Green Earthware Classic Mug – I always worry about paints on mugs and lead, so great to hear about a company doing something about it!
greenlancer(at)comcast (dot) net
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I like the Go Green Classic Mug
pinkveganmiso(at)yahoo(dot)com
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ooooh the Snowman Mug in the ceramic mug collection :o)
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I learned that “Emerson Creek Pottery's ceramic pieces have been featured at Mt. Vernon, Monticello and the Smithsonian Institute.”
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I also like the Iris Trivet from the Iris collection. I love the whole Iris line.
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Facebook fan under Susan Ledet.
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I'd pick the Tuscan Olive Classic Mug.
erma.hurtt@sbcglobal.net
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I entered your DreamSacks Athena Tunic Giveaway. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
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I entered your Rudbeckia Custom Hat Giveaway. Thanks!
Bridgtte Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
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I entered your Zulugrass Bracelets and Strands Giveaway. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
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The Go Green Earthware Fruit Bowl is another piece I really like.
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I entered the Colorful Childhood store giveaway
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I subscribe
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I tweeted
http://twitter.com/Earth_Creature/status/4352178299
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I follow Mkokopelli on Twitter
Earth_Creature
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I like the Tuscan Olive Mug from the Ceramic mugs.
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I've always loved China ceramics, with their rich textures and colours, but these ones here are very nice too, even though they have such a simple design.
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I entered your Any Sign $25 and Under from the Olive Barn Giveaway. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
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I entered your Colorful Childhood Store Eco-friendly Toy House Giveaway. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
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I posted a link to your giveaway on my Facebook page. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
FB Name: Bridgette Groschen
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I tweeted your giveaway. Thanks!
http://twitter.com/joeandbridge/status/4333365502
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
Twitter id: joeandbridge
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I subscribe to your blog by email. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
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I follow your blog. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
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I follow Mkokopelli on Twitter. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
Twitter id: joeandbridge
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I am a fan of Mkokopelli on Facebook. Thanks!
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
FB Name: Bridgette Groschen
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I would choose the Dragonfly Classic Mug. Beautiful. Thanks for the giveaway.
Bridgette Groschen
joeandbridge@aol.com
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I learned some great recipes from their blog including the Grandma’s Cream Cheese Poundcake. yyeres(at)gmail(dot)com
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another piece of pottery from Emerson Creek that I would love to have is the Tuscan Olive Iced Tea Pitcher. yyeres(at)gmail(Dot)Com
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I would pick the Iris Mug – Ceramic Mugs 16 Oz. Capacity. yyeres(at)gmail(dot)com
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I really like the Dogwood mug. Pretty mugs make my coffee taste better.
kaytewatts AT aol DOT com
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I learned that they are located in Virginia.
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I would love to have their Go Green Dinner Set for Four.
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I would pick the go green mug, I love that it's non-toxic.
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entered the palma necklace giveaway!
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i learned that all the designs are painted freehand, not stenciled on
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my favorite other item is the iris teapot!
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i follow your blog!
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