VIBceramics

Handmade Ceramic Pottery Dishes for Dining and Serving

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Last updated on Jan 13, 2024

THANK YOU for visiting my handmade ceramics shop.
The shop is CLOSED.

All the best,
Vered

Vered Israel-Bloom

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Vered Israel-Bloom

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About VIBceramics

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Video summary: Glazing process in my outdoor studio.
♥ Video by my son Ron (11)
♥ Music (guitar) by my daughter Gil (13)
(Summer 2016)
I know! It has been a while but it feels right to keep this old video in my shop. Maybe soon :)

Make every day special !

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  • Vered Israel-Bloom

    Owner, Creator, Designer

    My name is Vered (Hebrew for Rose)🌹. I live in Israel. Married to an American from California. A proud mother of a daughter and a son. I design & create handmade ceramics, which I hope will "Make every day special!" for you.

Shop policies

Last updated on Apr 1, 2021

Shipping

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Customs and import taxes

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.

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Cancellations

Cancellations: accepted

Request a cancellation: within 24 hours of purchase

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Last updated on Jun 23, 2022

Frequently asked questions

Gift wrapping and packaging

For a gift, I will gladly add a gift message from you to the receiver.

I am also offering gift wrapping (available on check out).

All orders are packed with extra care to ensure their safe arrival, being fragile & shipped all the way from Israel.
I invest much time and packing materials that were proven safe for shipping big packages all over the world.

If despite the careful packaging you receive a broken item, you must contact me on THE DAY OF DELIVERY with a picture of the damaged item and I will send you another item in its place or issue a refund (by your choice). Unfortunately, the courier will not take responsibility otherwise.

Also, I use recycled boxes as much as possible and would be happy if you recycled the waste, too.

How do I make these 100% handmade ceramc items?

Each item is hand-built from scratch by me, using the slab technique.
I knead & flatten natural clay using a rolling pin. I measure, cut & shape each piece by hand.
After drying, the fragile clay pieces go into the 1st kiln-firing that makes them stronger (bisque).
Each item is hand brushed with a few layers of a lead-free food-safe glaze. The bottom & rim are wiped for this rustic organic look and feel of the natural clay with the colorful glaze.
The 2nd kiln-firing is at a high temperature of 1200ºC/2192ºF, for durable stoneware ceramic, which is microwave, dishwasher, & oven safe.
Yeah! Finely ready!
Opening the kiln is always exciting since each item is unique with its own character & beauty.
Like my mom used to say: "Patience pays."

Sizing details

The plates and bowls I make for dinnerware sets are relatively LARGE, influenced by the Middle Eastern hospitality culture, where there are often family meals with plenty of home-cooked, delicious and comforting food, made with love :)

* Dinner Plate - Approx. 10-10.5" / 25.5-26.5 cm diameter.
* Salad Plate / Dessert Plate - Approx. 8.5" / 21.5 cm diameter (in most designs).
I also make 8" / 20.3 cm diameter plates.
* Soup Bowl / Pasta Bowl / Cereal Bowl - Approx. 6.5-7" / 16.5-17.5 cm diameter, 2" / 5 cm deep. Capacity of more than 20 oz / 2.5 cups / 550 ml.

* Due to the handmade process, there might be minor differences in color, size, and weight.

Estimated processing time

I work alone in my small boutique ceramic studio. The processing time is influenced by the number of items in your order and in other orders, I am working on. I do my best to work on orders and create ceramic dishes as fast as I can without risking the quality. On big orders, I will be updating you along the way and responding to every question and message you send.

International shipping from Israel

* The international shipping I use is standard shipping with a tracking number.

* To the USA:
The distribution is with UPS or USPS.
PLEASE NOTE: Shipping to remote areas such as ALASKA, HAWAII, and PUERTO RICO will be for an additional charge (calculated based on package weight) according to UPS policy.

A shipping upgrade is available for an extra cost.
DHL Express shipping estimated distribution time is 3-5 business days.

* CURRENTLY shipping to GERMANY is NOT available.

* CURRENTLY shipping to EUROPE is EXPRESS SHIPPING only.

* The shipping cost is by weight/package volume & destination.
* Your mobile phone number is required for the delivery of big orders.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

Care instructions

All VIBceramics dishes are hand-built from scratch with natural clay and lead-free food-safe glaze, and kiln-fired twice at a high temperature (stoneware).
Durable and sustainable.

All dishes are dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe, and oven-safe (heating only).

In general,
Stoneware is heat-safe to 450°F / 232°C.
It can go from the freezer to the oven.
Stoneware's superior heat retention makes it perfect for oven-to-table serving, keeping your food warm for meals.
It can NOT be exposed to a broiler/grilling element or another direct heat source.

Payment options

Since August 18, 2020, My shop joined Etsy payment in order to allow you the convenience of paying by credit card (which according to surveys is the preference of buyers).

For now, PayPal is not available. I hope it is not a problem for you.

VAT and shipping for purchase in Israel / מע"מ ודמי משלוח לרוכשים בישראל

הבהרות חשובות לקונים מישראל:
מע"מ -
המחירים הנקובים אינם כוללים מע"מ בשל מגבלות המערכת (אטסי לא נותנים מענה לנושא זה).
אני עוסק מורשה ומחוייבת לשלם מע"מ על ביצוע מכירה בישראל. חשבונית מס נוספת תופק עבור המע"מ. המכירה תיכנס לתוקף לאחר העברת התשלום.
סליחה על אי הנוחות ותודה על ההבנה.

Note to buyers in ISRAEL:
The price quoted does NOT include the 17% VAT required from me by law (due to limitations of the system). After the purchase and your approval, a separate invoice will be sent for an additional 17%. Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for your understanding.

משלוח -
מחיר השילוח הנקוב הוא משוער עבור "חבילה מסניף לסניף" ועשוי להשתנות בהתאם לעלות בפועל. מומלץ לתאם איסוף עצמי מהסטודיו ברעננה. צרי/צור קשר טלפוני ל 052-6868665.

Where can you find me?

To see new items and ideas, you can follow VIBceramics on social media: Pinterest, Instagram & Facebook.

You can also contact me directly with any questions.

Where can you find me?

To see new items and ideas, you can follow VIBceramics on social media: Pinterest, Instagram & Facebook.

Subscribe to my mailing list at join.VIBceramics.com.
You can also contact me directly with any questions.

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