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How to order a Circle of Willis bespoke ceramic hand-painted Wedding Gift Which colour will you pick? I've always been fascinated by the idea of pottery that tells your story. I want these hand-painted commemorative wedding plates to be heirlooms in the making. Your Love Story, Hand-Painted Each plate captures the essence of your special day. From the venue that holds your heart (like Fitzrovia Chapel, pictured) to the castle where you said your vows (hello, Peckforton Castle
Karen Willis
2 days ago2 min read


Your Home on a Plate - How to order a Personalised Hand-painted House Plate Gift.
From Friend to Heirloom: The Story Behind This Hand-Painted Blue & White House Plate There's something deeply personal about capturing someone's home on a plate. It's more than bricks and mortar, it's life where memories are made, where the kettle's always on. When I was commissioned to hand-paint Deve Cottage as a moving-in and Christmas gift, I knew it needed to feel like more than just a house portrait. It needed to feel like home . This piece was a gift from a close frien
Karen Willis
5 days ago3 min read


SPILL THE TEA
There’s something about matching mugs. Even mismatched mugs get paired in this house. Then there are mugs for special tea, coffee mugs, and morning and evening mugs. This is predominantly led by my husband, but I’m very tuned in. So yes, I think it’s nice to have special hand-painted mugs. ☕️ The Joy of Personalised Mugs What would you have on your mugs? Personalised mugs can be a delightful addition to any kitchen. They not only serve a practical purpose but also add a touch
Karen Willis
Oct 8, 20252 min read


A Unique Wine-Themed Celebration Plate for Define Wine
Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence What? I said in a way you can only really speak to your sister. A wine-themed celebration plate for...
Karen Willis
Sep 23, 20252 min read


CHRISTMAS IS COMIN’
I can feel the gear change. That switch into August signals that winter soon follows autumn. I’m already working on December orders from...
Karen Willis
Aug 7, 20252 min read
Viva Forever 💞
What an honour! I was commissioned by one of the bride’s most dearest to create a show-stopping plate for Mel B’s and Rory’s Wedding!...
Karen Willis
Aug 4, 20251 min read
Behind the Scenes of a Special Commissioned Gift
Here’s a little behind the scenes look at my latest project. I hand-painted a platter as a surprise gift for a family moving to another...
Karen Willis
Jun 29, 20252 min read


The Origin Story: Where It All Began
# The Kerry Plate: A Journey of Creativity and Connection To commemorate a friend's special birthday, I had an idea that would change...
Karen Willis
Jun 20, 20252 min read


🎨 How I Hand Paint Each Personalised Plate & Platter - A Guide to your Bespoke Ceramic Gift Order
There’s something special about a personalised gift, especially when it’s hand-painted and one-of-a-kind. I wanted to share a behind-the-scenes look at how your bespoke platter comes to life in my little ceramic studio in the UK. “How I Hand Paint Custom Ceramic Platters | Circle of Willis
Karen Willis
Jun 13, 20252 min read
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