Yes, it is! Glass is added to our pieces before firing. It melts in the kiln and fuses to the clay. It crackles as it cools, resulting in that beautiful "geode" effect that is one of the signature looks of Dock 6 Pottery.

Unfortunately, no. All of our glass starts out clear. Interactions between the clay, the glazes, and the kiln atmosphere during firing can change the glass color. We can't control the final glass color. Our glaze names refer to glaze color only, not the glass.

We charge a flat-rate shipping fee of 12% to business addresses in the continental U.S.  Shipping rates to Hawaii, Alaska, U.S. territories, and all international destinations are based on the actual shipping cost. If you use a U.S. freight forwarder, the 12% flat rate applies to shipments to your freight forwarder. The 12% flat rate does not apply to shipments to residential addresses. If your home is your business address, please let us know. Otherwise, we will apply full shipping costs.

We do not enter into permanent drop ship agreements. However, if you’re a regular customer, we are willing to do the occasional drop ship for you, but full price will be charged for shipping.

Even if you're not sure what you want, you can place a Reserve Order. We just need an approximate dollar amount and a ship date.  This will save you a place in our production schedule.  You need to let us know exactly what you want about 3-4 weeks prior to the ship date so we have time to make it for you.

 All of our pottery WITHOUT glass is absolutely food/dishwasher/microwave/oven safe!  Items WITH glass are "semi-functional."  They cannot go in the dishwasher, oven, or microwave. You can put any foods in them that you wish.  However, we recommend caution with things like soy sauce, red sauce, soups, etc.  The cracks are really there and there are spaces where liquids or bacteria could get in and discolor the piece. We like to err on the side of caution and warn against using our glass-bottomed pottery for really wet stuff.  Chips, crackers, cheese, fruit, pasta, lightly dressed salad, etc. are all fine.  Some retailers prefer to tell their customers that the pieces are “decorative only,” but that’s entirely up to you. 

We don't have a phone at the studio as there's too much ambient noise, and the workload is too heavy to regularly make and receive calls.  We prefer to do business via email (Orders@dock6pottery.com), which also allows us to have an automatic record of conversations and orders. If you prefer to speak to someone directly, our gallery, which is in a different location, can be reached at 612-327-0429 and is open Monday - Friday 10am- 7pm, Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 10am-5pm CST. They can pass on messages to us at the studio. Gallery hours are subject to seasonal change.

Since every item is 100% handmade, we don't realize any efficiencies by making things in bulk.  In addition, we try to keep our prices as low as possible, which doesn’t leave room for price decreases.  Consequently, we're unable to offer discounts on our products. 

Our pottery is 100% handmade in Minneapolis by our hard working production team. Each piece you receive is specifically crafted for you. Pottery orders usually ship within 3-4 weeks. However, during our busy times (trade shows, holidays) it may take longer. For Specialty Shape orders, the lead-time can vary from 4-8 weeks. If you do not receive a confirmation within a few days of placing your order, please contact us at Orders@dock6pottery.com. 

If you receive an order and it’s not all there, check the bottom of your D6 invoice/packing slip before contacting us.  That’s where backordered pieces will be noted. Usually whatever you’re missing is already in process, and will follow shortly. If you’re missing items and there’s no note, email us at Orders@dock6pottery.com.