Still Here, Still Handmade – Just Not on Etsy (for Now)
If you landed here because you searched for The Mud Place on Etsy — you’re in the right place.
After more than 15 years and nearly 17,000 orders on Etsy, our shop recently experienced a brief technical issue that temporarily made it hard to find us there for a few days. Everything’s now fully resolved — and the experience was a powerful reminder that The Mud Place has always been more than a storefront.
It’s a real studio, run by a real maker (hi, I’m Leslie!) creating functional, meaningful pottery for makers, gift-givers, and creative souls like you.
Whether you’ve bought from us before or just discovered our work, I want you to know: we’re still here. Still creating. And still deeply grateful for your support.
Where to Find The Mud Place Now
You can shop our full collection of handmade pottery right here at TheMudPlace.com—this is our studio’s true home, and it’s where the magic continues.
Looking for a gift that speaks volumes? Start here:
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Sewing Station Caddies – for stitchers and quilters who deserve beauty at their fingertips
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Yarn Bowls – because your crafting time should be spent enjoying, not chasing yarn or searching for your tools
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Painting Accessories – rinse bowls and palettes, made for messy creativity
- Shop All Pottery – the full studio collection
We’re also on Amazon if you’re looking for convenience or fast Prime shipping. But if you want the full experience—including color options, exclusive releases, and the chance to truly support handmade—shop directly from us here.
Why Shopping Direct Helps You (and Helps Us)
We don’t want this post to be about Etsy. This is about you—and how we serve you better from here.
When you shop directly at TheMudPlace.com, you get:
- More choices – All colors, styles, and collections in one place
- Faster updates – Direct order confirmation, tracking, and studio communication
- Studio-only exclusives – Limited releases, seasonal drops, and behind-the-scenes stories
- Real connection – Questions? Ideas? Want to customize a piece? You're talking to me, not an algorithm
And most importantly—every order supports our studio directly. No fees, no middlemen. Just a real artist continuing to do what she loves.
What happened to The Mud Place on Etsy?
Our shop was unexpectedly experiencing down time. While we are back up and running on the platform, the heart of The Mud Place always lives right here—on our own website.
Are you still making pottery?
Absolutely. Our studio is alive and well, and we’re still creating the functional, heartfelt pieces you’ve come to love.
Is the pottery the same as what is on Etsy?
Yes—and even better. Everything is still handmade by Leslie, just with more color options, better service, and the same attention to detail.
Where can I buy your pottery now?
Right here at TheMudPlace.com, and for added convenience, a few select items are available on Amazon. But the full experience—and the best way to support handmade—is here.
Can I still message you?
Yes! You can reach us here anytime. We’re real people, and we’re just as reachable—if not more so—than ever before.
Join Studio Insiders – Our Inner Circle of Creatives
We’ve built something beautiful beyond platforms: a community.
Studio Insiders get early access to new releases, exclusive sneak peeks, and tons of free content like patterns, printables & recipes—plus an occasional love note from the kiln.
If you loved following us on Etsy, you’ll love what we’re doing even more here.
We’re Still Here—And So Grateful
I started The Mud Place to make pots that feel personal—pieces that get used, loved, and passed around between hands that matter.
That hasn’t changed.
So if you’ve been wondering where we went—this is it. We’re still here. Still making. Still grateful every single day to do this work because of you.
Thank you for being part of this handmade journey.