This weekend, I was shopping at Evelie Blu Boutique in St. Cloud for their customer appreciation sale that they had this past weekend, and met some really talented local makers who have some unbelievable items for sale this holiday season, so I had to share one of them with you.

Her name is Claud, and she is the creator of Claud's Clay & Cards. She makes the most beautiful pottery, which is not only beautiful but also practical and a perfect gift for someone who loves to entertain!

MEET CLAUD

As I entered the doors of EvelieBlu Boutique, I was greeted by the most friendly and welcoming woman, with an unbelievable spread of colorful pottery, filled with breads, snacks, and dips. For anyone who loves to entertain, the creations that she makes are affordable, beautiful, and practical.

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BEAUTIFUL AND PRACTICAL

The dishes she makes are all usable, and you can actually bake in many of them. She also has a list of free recipes to use for any of the pieces that you decide to purchase. I bought a round dish with a bowl in the center, and made a great French bread, with a parmesan olive oil dip, and it was not only beautiful but delicious and super easy to clean. This is something I'll definitely be bringing to holiday parties this year.  I thought it was going to be so much more expensive, but it was just $35!

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DESIGNS YOU CAN USE

Anyone who knows me knows that I love black and white, and so I purchased this beautiful black, white, and gray piece.

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With just a handful of ingredients and minimal instructions, I made this beautiful dish, perfect for sharing with friends over the holidays.


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There were so many collections and different shapes that you could collect a new piece every year.

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If you feel like you missed out, you really did. But not to worry. Claud is having 'Claud's Christmas Show' at The Shop in St. Joseph, on November 29th, December 6th, and December 13th from 10 am until 4 pm. It's the perfect time for you to find unique one-of-a-kind gems for someone on your holiday shopping list.

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If the dates don't work for you, you can also contact Claud or visit The Shop.

The Shop
33298 105th Avenue
St. Joseph, MN 56374

Contact Claud: 763.670.9141


 

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