About the brandThere’s something beautiful about taking a block of clay and playing with it: moulding, carving, and pinching to reveal a unique creation. When Durbanite Melissa McMahon took up pottery in 2017 it was love at the first firing. But as with many hobbies, it quickly took a back seat to parenting and being an adult. When South Africa began its strict lockdown in 2020, she set up a little studio in her garage and Passionfruit Ceramics was born. And now, with every piece she creates, Melissa is learning, growing, and falling deeper in love with the art of ceramics. Her designs are effortless and functional, yet each has a unique and unexpected twist.
A vase for your blooms, a mug for your first-morning coffee, or even just a bowl for your favourite bits and bobs – it will be tough finding a Passionfruit Ceramics piece you won’t instantly love.
There’s something beautiful about taking a block of clay and playing with it: moulding, carving, and pinching to reveal a unique creation. When Durbanite Melissa McMahon took up pottery in 2017 it was love at the first firing. But as with many hobbies, it quickly took a back seat to parenting and be...Show more
