I don't quite remember when I came across the <a href="http://kevinosheadesigns.com/">Kevin O'Shea design studio</a>, but I do remember being stopped in my clickety-click internet surfin' tracks. Kevin a fellow New Yorker, is decked out with a B.F.A. in Interior Architecture from the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design - Ceramics? His hobby turned Etsy business! I find his work delicate, detailed and thoughtful - the complexity and beauty of it makes me smile. I hope you like it too.
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<strong>Blossom Vase</strong>

Undeniably gorgeous - look at the delicate petals that make up this gorgeous vase. I am in a serious 'dinner table styling' craze right now, and I can see this being part of a great centerpiece at a backyard dinner with friends. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45050484/blossom-vase">Pick it up for $75. </a>
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<strong>Carbon Soup Bowls</strong>

There is something very earthy and rustic about these bowls, the details of the elongated handles has such character and practicality. The come as a set of 4 for $70, run don't walk <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/44998415/carbon-soup-bowls-set-of-4">here</a> to nab them.
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<strong>Swan gravy boat</strong>

How did someone not think of this sooner? The swan gravy boat comes in both black or white - it invokes memories for me - sitting around the dinner table with the fam, gravy was the thing that could make or break a good roast dinner! Delicately crafted, I cannot believe this thing is dishwasher safe! I would advise to clean it by hand...isn't it lovely? Certainly something <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/index.jsp">Anthropologie </a>or some such should consider picking up. It retails in Kevin's <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46335847/swan-gravy-boat-white">etsy store</a> for $55.
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<strong>Grilles Low Mugs</strong>

Kevin's design studio also specialises in Interior design, so it's no surprise that his ceramics also have a structural and architectural quality to them. Take for example the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45049439/grilles-low-mug">Grilles Mug</a> - there are clear signs of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Building">Chrysler Building</a>, chain link fences and wrought iron railings in the designs. Made with a clear crackle glaze these mugs will gently patina over time for that lovely vintage look that cannot be rushed. Priced at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45049439/grilles-low-mug">$15 each</a> - they would make a welcomed addition to any kitchen cupboard and breakfast coffee ritual.

<em>images courtesy of the<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KevinOsheaDesigns"> kevin o'shea etsy store</a></em>