Rae of Delights

30/10/2026

🪨 Meet Rumble, Claybourne’s gentlest giant! 🌿

A creature of very few words, Rumble enjoys the simple things in life. A quiet afternoon, a comfortable rock and absolutely no reason to move.

He’s been sitting in the same spot for so long that nobody’s quite sure where the rocks end and Rumble begins.

But that’s just how he likes it. 💚

15/10/2026

This is a fair not to be missed!

👉Ceramic artists from across North Staffordshire - and the UK - will come together on Saturday. The inaugural Stoke Ceramics Fair will be held at Stoke Minster between 10am and 4pm on October 17.
🗣️Organisers Sara Adams of HSL Pottery and Madison Cartlidge of Rae of Delights, say between 30 and 40 ceramic artists are expected to attend.
Visitors can check out a carefully curated section of ceramics - from tableware to one-of-a-kind art pieces. Sara and Madison say people can expect an 'inspiring day out' - and also pick up some brilliant ceramics.

14/10/2026

SHARKY & THE BUTTS: THE COMEBACK NOBODY SAW COMING

After a suspiciously quiet spell away from the spotlight, Sharky & the Butts are officially back on tour.

Joining the line-up are Finny Mercury, the flamboyant frontman with a voice almost as big as his teeth, and Gill Collins, backing vocalist, percussionist and apparently the only member of the band taking water safety seriously.

With new material, old grudges and absolutely no guarantee the current line-up will survive the tour, the boys are hitting the road once again.

Catch them if you can.
Before the inevitable solo careers begin.

10/10/2026

🐡 Meet Benny Blenny-Bob!

The littlest lad to join the Pufferfish Posse.

Benny is small, round and VERY enthusiastic about being included. He spends most of his time bobbing around the Slipwater Seas trying to keep up with everyone else.

He’s not entirely sure what the Posse actually does.

But he’s delighted to be here. 💙

Welcome aboard, Benny. 🥹🌊

08/10/2026

🐡 THE PUFFERFISH POSSE HAS A NEW RECRUIT! 🐡

Please welcome Winston Winkle-Fin to the increasingly questionable waters of Claybourne.

Winston enjoys keeping a very close eye on absolutely everything. 👀

What is he looking at?
Nobody knows.

Does Winston know?
Almost certainly not.

Welcome to the Posse, Winston. 💚🌊

05/10/2026

🌰 Keith’s Mug

What does a Sasquatch drink from when mugs haven’t quite reached Claybourne yet?

Whatever he can find, obviously.

Keith has hollowed out a conker, fashioned a handle from a twig and decided that’ll do nicely. ☕️🌿

A little wonky, a little woodland, and very Keith.

21/09/2026

Just two lads having a moment. 🐦🤎

I took this photo from behind the tiny pigeon and accidentally made myself emotional about two ceramic creatures looking at each other. 😂

Keith has clearly made a new friend.

Meanwhile, the squirrel is absolutely listening in from the tree.

Little moments from Under the Claybourne Canopy 🌳

18/09/2026

🌳 Under the Claybourne Canopy 🌳

A little glimpse into life in Claybourne, where Keith has found his favourite tree, made a few tiny friends and apparently decided he’s done enough for the day.

There’s a squirrel in the branches, a pigeon keeping him company and plenty of little details tucked away to discover. 🍄🐿️

I think Under the Claybourne Canopy might be the start of something new… 👀

15/09/2026

Meet Keith. 🌲

Resident Sasquatch of Claybourne, woodland wanderer and firm believer that you should never leave the house without snacks.

He’s big, he’s hairy, he’s got a snack stick for the road… and apparently he’s also got his bum out. 🍑

Keith has been a LONG time coming, but he’s finally finished and ready to make his official debut.

I absolutely adore this ridiculous hairy boy. 🤎

12/09/2026

New mug shape unlocked ☕️✨

I’ve been playing around with these big loopy-loop handles and I’m a little bit obsessed.

Partly because they’re fun to hold. Mostly because they create prime real estate for tiny ceramic creatures.

This one has already been claimed by a nesting pigeon. 🐦🌸

I fear this may be the beginning of a whole new series…