Pawsitive Pottery
Pawsitive Pottery is a Sarnia-Lambton artisan studio producing handmade pottery and fused glass with a focus on pet-themed, personalized pieces such as paw print mugs, bowls, platters, decorative items and small sculpted seasonal pieces. The maker offers small-batch, gift-ready work and accepts custom commissions, selling through appointment-based shopping, online orders, pop-up markets and local retail partners. Products are designed for everyday use with dishwasher- and microwave-safe finishes and intentional variations that make each piece unique.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Personal health and recovery update
A Pawsitive Pottery member reports a serious tibia, fibula, and ankle injury and came home from the hospital on 2026-10-20. They will be non weight bearing in a splint for two weeks, then have staples removed and receive a plaster or fibreglass cast while internal hardware remains in place, and they are experiencing significant pain and exhaustion.
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Personal injury and hospitalization update
A personal update from Pawsitive Pottery reports a weekend accident that resulted in a broken fibula, broken tibia, and a dislocated ankle; the author is in hospital and on the list for emergency surgery. The post was published on 2026-10-19 and shares that this will be a significant recovery and setback.
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Pop-up meetup and product reception update
Pawsitive Pottery posted a warm update about the Gabrielle | Home barista pop-up held at The Atrium in Downtown Sarnia on 2026-10-16, where local makers including John Glazed & Fused, Patrick Vitreous Designs Stained Glass, and Wilma Fine Art by Wilma Mehl gathered to enjoy mugs and community. The note celebrates the friendly reception and the simple joy of sharing handcrafted work with creative friends.
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New pottery creation and new location announcement
Pawsitive Pottery posted on 2026-10-16 that they have already started creating new pottery and that they have a new location. Keep an eye on their updates for photos of the new work and details about the new studio address.
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Handmade mugs (featured product)
Pawsitive Pottery is featuring handmade mugs crafted by a local Lambton County potter at The Atrium, 148 N. Front Street in downtown Sarnia. Buyers are encouraged to share photos of their purchases so the maker can celebrate with a video happy dance, making each mug feel personal and special.
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Daffodil Platter (handmade pottery)
Pawsitive Pottery's Daffodil Platter is now available at The Atrium in Downtown Sarnia, featuring wheel thrown construction, Seagull White glaze, hand painted daffodils, and subtle yellow stitching on the handles. The platter is made to be used as well as admired, and it is dishwasher and microwave safe. Visit The Atrium at 148 N. Front St to view the piece and support a local artisan.
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Personal health scare and reflection
A Pawsitive Pottery author shares a moving Thanksgiving reflection describing a near fatal complication during a routine pacemaker implant on July 24 and how the experience refocused their priorities. The note emphasizes gratitude, letting go of petty concerns, and finding happiness from within, closing with a heartfelt thank you to readers.
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Shallow dish (pottery product)
Pawsitive Pottery has a new shallow dish available at The Atrium in Downtown Sarnia, and it is both microwave and dishwasher safe. This practical, locally stocked piece is ideal for everyday meals and easy cleanup.
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Itty Bitty Pumpkins (6-pack)
Pawsitive Pottery is offering Itty Bitty Pumpkins, sold as a 6-pack and available today at The Atrium, 148 N. Front St., Downtown Sarnia. Each mini pumpkin is hand sculpted, glazed, fired twice, and inspected by the studio Supurrvisors, with Keelie overseeing the current batch. Stop by The Atrium to adopt a set for seasonal display or gifting.
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Colourful PPoM mugs arrival
Pawsitive Pottery announced a sneak peek that colourful PPoM mugs arrive at The Atrium in Downtown Sarnia on October 9, 2026. The post invites local shoppers to check out the new mug drop in person.
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Studio update about indoor cats
Pawsitive Pottery shared a heartfelt update on 2026-10-04 celebrating Sheamus, Precious, Bruce, and Mr. Dickens as completely indoor cats living their best lives. The studio post highlights that cats with feral backgrounds can thrive indoors, delivered in a warm, firsthand note from the maker.
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Studio update and video project announcement
Pawsitive Pottery shared a cozy studio update and announced a video that began as a paint and blending tutorial but quickly changed direction. The post celebrates the pottery studio as a sanctuary filled with inspiration and affectionate "Supurrvisors", offering a warm behind the scenes peek at the artist's creative life.
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Studio update: mindful pottery play and community question
Pawsitive Pottery posted a warm studio update about mindful pottery play on September 30, 2026, sharing a session spent sculpting and decorating Boo-bies. The note mentions Lord Grayson for comic relief and Joyce Foy enjoying creative time, and it invites the community to share what they did that day.
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Mushroom tray glaze and firing update creator shares healing progress
Pawsitive Pottery posted a heartfelt update and photos for a Mushroom tray on 2026-09-29, showing glaze firing results, a bisque firing image, and a painted greenware shot using Mayco Colors Stroke and Coat. Creator Ian Chung Glacier says this piece played a key role in their mental health recovery, and the post includes clear process details useful to other potters.
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New pottery pieces in progress follow for updates
Pawsitive Pottery posted that several new pieces were thrown on September 28, 2026, and will be sculpted and decorated over the next few days, inviting followers to watch the process. Expect quick studio updates with progress photos and finishing details as the pieces move from wheel to decorated work.
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The Atrium | Downtown Sarnia Grand Opening
The Atrium Collective in downtown Sarnia hosts its grand opening today from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with Pawsitive Pottery selling Paw Print on My mugs and cups featuring designs called Seagull, Keelie’s Kiss, and Pawqua. Stop by 148 N. Front St to celebrate the launch and shop locally made pottery.
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Handmade mugs (Canadian Tuxedo glaze)
Pawsitive Pottery is featuring handmade mugs glazed in Canadian Tuxedo at The Atrium in Downtown Sarnia, with a grand opening on Saturday, September 26 from 4 to 8 PM. These mugs are handcrafted with smooth bottoms, dishwasher and microwave safe finishes, and slight variations that make each piece unique.
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Getaway to Lands End Park, Tobermory
A cozy getaway to Lands End Park in Tobermory, shared by the author and John, celebrates nature, camping, and local discoveries like Puparinis and Mermaid Cove. Posted by Pawsitive Pottery on 2026-09-15, the entry emphasizes inspiration from the Bruce and a relaxed, pet friendly camping experience.
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The Atrium appearance (Downtown Sarnia)
Pawsitive Pottery will appear at The Atrium in Downtown Sarnia showcasing PPoM mugs with a Seagull glaze on Dark Granite clay. Follow The Atrium Collective for Grand Opening details and for the announcement of specific dates and times for this local pop up.
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Fused glass creations at The Atrium
Pawsitive Pottery and John Glazed & Fused will offer fused glass panels at The Atrium in downtown Sarnia, each paired with a colour changing light base. The listing highlights handcrafted illuminated pieces and promises more sneak peeks ahead, making this a good stop for shoppers seeking unique home decor or gifts.
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Pawsitive Pottery new location at The Atrium | Downtown Sarnia
Pawsitive Pottery announced a new retail presence at The Atrium in Downtown Sarnia on 2026-09-03, inviting supporters to find the original Paw Print on My heart mugs there. The post highlights a growing creative community led by Adia and asks followers to follow The Atrium to discover local Lambton artists.
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Refocusing on Joyful Activities
Pawsitive Pottery shares a brief, uplifting note encouraging you to focus on activities that bring joy, with a nod to Mayco Colors as a creative prompt. Treat this as permission to pick a small creative task and make time for it this week.
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Personal health update and recovery timeline
A personal health timeline from Pawsitive Pottery recounts a cardiac crisis that began in May with a reported 28 percent heart function and a recommendation for a pacemaker or defibrillator, followed by a June diagnosis of Bundle Branch Block and a July 24 Code Blue during surgery. After a Cardiac MRI on August 11, a specialist told the author on August 15 that heart function is 40 percent and the device was not needed, leaving them to recover while managing exhaustion and emotional fallout.
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Post-procedure medical update
A candid medical update posted on July 30, 2026 reports the author is home after a near fatal procedure, credits the Cardio team at University Hospital with saving their life, and says they will go offline to recover. The post describes being awake and in extreme pain during the event, thanks supporters for messages and prayers, and notes a team of specialists is now involved in care.
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Defibrillator implant complication and emergency treatment
A defibrillator lead twisted and punctured a vein during placement, causing bleeding into the membrane around the heart and a life threatening drop in blood pressure. A Code Blue led to medications to raise pressure and an ultrasound guided pericardiocentesis to drain the fluid, and the team is now focused on drainage and pain control while hoping to remove the drain today.
