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Extra Income Ideas – Clay and Ceramics

Clay & Ceramics

Clay and ceramics offer endless opportunities for gentle, creative extra income — from functional objects to story-rich keepsakes. With low material costs and high perceived value, small ceramic ideas can grow into sustainable side earnings rooted in craft, culture, and everyday use. Whether practical or poetic, each piece carries the mark of the maker.

Hand-thrown espresso cups with unglazed exterior textures

Mimicking rock formations — for specialty coffee lovers who value tactile experience.

Tags: ceramics,coffee,texture,artisan
Custom house tile sets featuring family surname in Nguni script

Entranceway feature — durable, frost-resistant tiles with cultural typography.

Tags: ceramics,heritage,language,home
Mini succulent planters shaped like traditional African drums

Sold in sets of 3 with drainage — celebrate rhythm and growth in one object.

Tags: ceramics,plant,heritage,decor
Ceramic oil diffusers with embedded clay reeds

Fully biodegradable system — no plastic, refillable with local essential oils.

Tags: ceramics,wellbeing,eco,oil
Personalised wedding unity bowl sets

For sand or soil blending ceremonies — two small bowls nest into one large keepsake.

Tags: ceramics,wedding,ritual,custom
Ceramic soap dishes with drainage channels shaped like rivers

Bathroom functional art — water flows like a delta, preventing mushy soap.

Tags: ceramics,bathroom,drainage,design
Terracotta bird feeders with removable ceramic trays

Easy to clean, weather-resistant — attract sunbirds and mousebirds to your garden.

Tags: ceramics,garden,bird,eco
Hand-painted story plates depicting local fables

Collectible dinnerware series — each plate illustrates a scene from a folk tale.

Tags: ceramics,story,collectible,art
Clay ice cube trays with geometric patterns inspired by Ndebele art

Reusable and non-toxic — freeze water or juice in bold cultural shapes.

Tags: ceramics,kitchen,heritage,design
Custom pet memorial urns with paw print impression lid

Dignified, handcrafted closure — made from local clay, sealed for permanence.

Tags: ceramics,pet,memorial,grief
Custom memorial wind chimes combining wood, metal, and ceramic elements

For gardens or patios — gentle tones, weather-treated materials, engraved name option.

Tags: memorial,wind chime,grief,hybrid
Artisan desk set: wood base, leather pen holder, ceramic inkwell, metal ruler

Sold as curated ensemble — a functional tribute to slow craftsmanship.

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Clay Bath Soak Tablets with Rooibos & Wild Mint

Fizz-free, gentle, plastic-free packaging — for sensitive skin and eco-conscious users.

Tags: bath,clay,rooibos,wellbeing
Local Clay Face Mask Kits

Bentonite-free, mixed with rooibos and buchu; reusable bamboo spoon included.

Tags: clay,mask,skincare,rooibos
Artisan “Scent Locket” Pendants

Tiny ceramic locket holds custom blend of dried fynbos or herbs — wearable memory.

Tags: pendant,scent,locket,fynbos
Hand-pressed clay incense holders shaped like shoreline stones

Each piece captures a smoothed, sea-worn form — subtle ash grooves guide incense safely.

Tags: ceramics,incense,calm,handmade
Ceramic cable tidies for desks and bedside tables

Weighted clay loops keep charging cords in place — functional, durable, quietly elegant.

Tags: ceramics,desk,organisation,modern
Small-batch clay fridge magnets with pressed botanical textures

Leaves and grasses leave permanent impressions — each magnet a tiny fossilised moment.

Tags: clay,botanical,home,smallgoods
Ceramic spoon rests shaped like flowing waves

Raised crests hold utensils above surfaces — practical coastal-inspired kitchenware.

Tags: ceramics,kitchen,wave,design
Clay match strikers with textured strike bands

Designed for candles and fireplaces — built-in striker eliminates disposable boxes.

Tags: ceramics,home,candle,utility
Handmade ceramic seed-saving envelopes (reusable pods)

Breathable clay containers protect heirloom seeds between planting seasons.

Tags: ceramics,garden,seed,eco
Ceramic ring cones for bedside or bathroom storage

Simple tapered forms keep rings safe during sleep, bathing, or gardening.

Tags: ceramics,jewellery,storage,minimal
Clay wall hooks with organic pebble profiles

Mounted individually or in clusters — strong enough for keys, hats, or scarves.

Tags: ceramics,wall,storage,home
Ceramic bookend pairs inspired by stacked stones

Weighty, balanced forms — bring a quiet sense of order to shelves.

Tags: ceramics,books,decor,sculptural
Handmade clay tealight covers with star-punched patterns

Light spills softly through pierced clay — safer than open flames outdoors.

Tags: ceramics,light,candle,atmosphere
Ceramic tea bag rests shaped like folded shells

Designed to cradle used tea bags neatly — small, giftable, and endlessly useful.

Tags: ceramics,tea,kitchen,smallgoods
Clay herb strippers with leaf-sized openings

Strip rosemary, thyme, and herbs cleanly — rustic kitchen helper with tactile charm.

Tags: ceramics,herbs,kitchen,tool
Ceramic toothbrush cups with ventilation slits

Allows airflow to reduce moisture — healthier storage with a handmade feel.

Tags: ceramics,bathroom,hygiene,home
Mini ceramic paint-water cups for artists

Weighted bases prevent spills — ideal for watercolour and ink work.

Tags: ceramics,art,studio,tools
Ceramic door wedges with low-profile curves

Heavy enough to hold doors open — sculptural alternative to rubber stops.

Tags: ceramics,home,hardware,functional
Handmade clay pet food scoops

Smooth interior for easy pouring — durable, washable, and plastic-free.

Tags: ceramics,pet,feeding,eco
Ceramic soap ends savers with raised ridges

Keeps small soap pieces usable longer — reduces waste in everyday routines.

Tags: ceramics,bathroom,zero-waste,soap
Ceramic chalk holders for teachers and artists

Keeps hands clean while drawing or teaching — comfortable grip, reusable.

Tags: ceramics,education,art,tool
Ceramic napkin weights for outdoor tables

Small weighted forms keep napkins from blowing away — subtle and practical.

Tags: ceramics,outdoor,dining,utility
Handmade ceramic salt pinches bowls

Thumb-sized bowls for cooking or serving — ideal for artisanal salts.

Tags: ceramics,kitchen,salt,handmade
Ceramic plant drip trays with raised feet

Allows airflow beneath pots — protects surfaces from moisture damage.

Tags: ceramics,plants,home,garden
Ceramic pocket worry stones

Smooth, thumb-worn shapes for grounding and quiet focus.

Tags: ceramics,calm,mindfulness,handheld
Ceramic letter weights for papers and notebooks

Prevents pages lifting in breezes — ideal for writers and readers alike.

Tags: ceramics,desk,writing,stationery
Ceramic rain gauge markers for garden beds

Paired with glass tubes — decorative and informative garden accessories.

Tags: ceramics,garden,weather,tools
Clay cord weights for lamps and chargers

Prevents cords from slipping behind furniture — understated problem-solver.

Tags: ceramics,home,lighting,utility
Handmade ceramic egg separators

Simple spouted forms make baking prep easier — charming kitchen staple.

Tags: ceramics,baking,kitchen,tools
Ceramic footed incense ash catchers

Raised bases protect surfaces — designed for stick or cone incense.

Tags: ceramics,incense,home,calm
Ceramic key bowls for entryway tables

A designated landing place for keys — reduces daily friction.

Tags: ceramics,home,organisation,entryway
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