Dream Jar No 2

Your dreams deserve a space to be held, protected, and remembered. Holly's Dream Jars are sacred, hand-formed vessels designed to sit by your bedside, acting as a talisman for your deepest desires.

Each smoke-kissed stoneware vessel is wheel-thrown and hand-altered. They are then finished using unpredictable alternative firing methods, including traditional Raku, Naked Raku, Horse Hair, and Saggar techniques. Because the flame, smoke, and elements decide the final design, every single vessel is completely unique. No two jars will ever be the same, making yours an entirely personal piece of functional art.

The Ritual of the Dream Jar:

Place your jar somewhere meaningful (your nightstand, an altar, or a quiet corner of your room). When a dream, goal, or wish takes root, speak it out loud directly to the vessel. Every time your eyes catch the jar during the day, let it serve as a tangible, embodied reminder of the dreams you are actively bringing to life.

This vessel brings the raw alchemy of the fire element into your space. By channeling its spark of creativity, deep purpose, and dynamic action, this jar acts as a powerful catalyst to help you transmute your deepest dreams into a tangible reality.

The Process of Dream Jar No. 2

The journey of Dream Jar No. 2 is one of patience, timing, and surrender to the elements. After the jar is shaped, Holly waits for it to become bone dry. It is then hand-burnished with terra sigillata (an ultra-fine liquid clay slip) before its first bisque firing.

Unlike traditional Raku where glaze fuses permanently to the clay, a special "naked raku slip" is applied to the piece. This acts as a temporary shield, destined to peel away.

At its peak, flaming-hot temperature, the glowing jar is pulled directly from the kiln and plunged into a metal reduction chamber filled with combustible materials like sawdust and paper.

Once cooled, the outer shell of slip is completely stripped away—leaving the jar "naked."

What remains on Dream Jar No. 1 are the markings of the fires movement.

Material & Dimensions

• Height: Approximately 2.75"

• Width: Approximately 2.5"

Care & Longevity

Because Naked Raku is an alternative, low-fire ceramic process, your Dream Jar requires different care than everyday, high-fire kitchen stoneware. It is a delicate piece of art meant to be preserved for generations.

• Keep It Dry (Decorative Use Only): Naked Raku remains porous because it is fired at a lower temperature and lacks a traditional vitrified waterproof glaze. Do not fill your jar with water, as it will seep through the clay body. It is designed strictly for dry use—holding written intentions, crystals, or holding space on your altar.

• Indoor Display: Keep your vessel indoors. Exposing it to freezing temperatures, rain, or intense, direct outdoor elements can weaken the clay and damage the smoke-imbued finish.

• Cleaning & Dusting: Never put your jar in the dishwasher or submerge it in water. To clean, simply wipe it down gently with a dry, soft microfiber cloth. Material & Dimensions