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I specialize in one-of-a-kind, papier-mâché decorative art from small to large - some are hand held mini bowls to large statement pieces for glamorous tablescapes.

I use light touch materials including newspaper, cardboard, flour, salt and water. Sometimes an armature of plastic, wire or cardboard is employed. Once the vessel is formed, it is painted with and sealed with an acrylic varnish.

First, it's art - so nothing needs to be placed in it at all.

Place it somewhere to behold and admire. Display it on your fireplace mantle, in a curated bookcase with other revered pieces from your art collection, on your night side table.

Use it to collect your treasures and keepsakes

Something edible is not advised. If you are of the risky sort and place a perishable fruit inside, observe for maturing fruit and remove from the vessel immediately.

There are variations inherent in handcrafting make each piece unique - warping and reshaping over time may occur.

Paint is not food grade.

Vessel may look like ceramic, but is, indeed, made from a paper base including flour, paper, salt and water. As such, the vessel cannot hold water and is NOT waterproof.

First, these vessels cannot hold water/liquid and is NOT waterproof.

Clean with a cloth or lightly dampened sponge using water only - no chemicals or other cleaning supplies. I use a Swedish cleaning cloth.

Something edible is not advised. If you are of the risky sort and do place perishable fruit within, observe for maturing fruit and remove from the vessel immediately.)

I prefer to you find something on the site, but if you have a special item in mind, please email madebycarly@gmail.com with your request. Title your email "Request for Commissioned Work" and include photos of inspiration, a colors palette, size restrictions and any limiting timelines and I will respond to you as soon as I am able.

Please note, I do not work quickly.

All sales are final. I do not accept returns or exchanges so please contact me if you have any questions prior to purchase. 

Read the use and care instructions very carefully. 

Please use discretion as you interact with your new piece of art. I value my time and effort that I put into making and packaging the art. 

Please inquire about additional insurance to include with you shipment I can do that and will let you know the final cost to include with your purchase.

Feel free to email madebycarly@gmail.com with any questions prior to purchasing your art.

Oakland, California.

Please reach us at madebycarly@gmail.com .