4/14/2025 Update:After a lot of effort, restocks are now happening more frequently. If everything is sold out, it means we’re between drops. Stay tuned or join the email list to be the first to know.

Ceramic production takes time—and I’m wearing a lot of hats! These vases are designed, tested, finished, and packed by a very small team. Rather than trying to keep inventory in stock all the time, we sell in restocks and collections. This lets us maintain quality, reduce waste, and make sure each vase gets the attention it deserves.

As of April 2025, we’re moving toward more regular restocks of small batches. We post a countdown clock n the homepage about two weeks before each launch. Join the list and be the first to know when new vases drop.

We only list vases once they’ve arrived in Philadelphia and are ready to ship. Orders go out in 24–48 hours from my home studio. You’ll receive tracking once it’s on its way.

Ceramics are unpredictable—kiln issues, glaze reactions, supply delays. Pre-orders might sound easier, but they’d mean holding your money while we deal with potential production hiccups. We’d rather wait to list vases until they’re truly ready.

9/24/24 Update:Our first launch sold out in just over 48 hours. If you missed out, we’re sorry—and we’re working hard to make more. Every drop helps us gather data and improve the process. Your patience is appreciated.

All of our vases are numbered, whether or not the edition is capped. As part of the art world, we keep detailed records of each casting—when it was made, how many exist, and how the design evolves over time.

Some designs, like Draped No.1, have a defined edition size—only 35 will ever be made, each one individually numbered. Others remain open-ended, but are still tracked from the very first piece forward.

Numbering allows us to treat each vase as a work of art—not a commodity.

All of our vases are numbered—but not all are capped. That means while each piece is marked (1, 2, 3…), we haven’t committed to a final production number for most designs.

We keep our casting collections intentionally small and adjust as we go. Some editions may eventually close—like Draped No.1, which is limited to just 35 pieces and numbered accordingly. But for most vases, we don’t yet know where the edition will end.

This isn’t mass production. It’s a slower, more thoughtful process—focused on quality, care, and making just enough to feel right.

Possibly—but not in the traditional sense. Some editions will close when they feel complete—like Draped No.1, which is capped at 35 pieces and will not be made again. But that doesn’t mean the idea is gone forever.

A form might reemerge in a new glaze, a different material, or evolve into something entirely new. We treat each collection like a chapter in an ongoing story—each one intentional, not disposable.

Not at all. We number every piece and track each edition carefully, but the value of a vase isn’t defined by how many exist—it’s defined by how it’s used.

These vases are made for quiet rituals, moments of self-care, and the joy of arranging even a few stems from your garden or local market. Whether it’s one of 35 or one of 150, if it brings beauty into your everyday life, it’s doing exactly what it was made to do.

Each vase arrives in a matte black presentation box, fitted with custom-cut charcoal foam for a glove-like fit. The box is finished with a subtle gloss of our floral monogram—a quiet signature of the Sullivan Owen studio.

Inside, you’ll find a handwritten note and a small bottle of our floral elixir. From the soft-touch materials to the rich color contrasts, every detail is designed to feel like a keepsake—because it is.

Your gift box is then double-boxed in sustainable, plastic-free packaging for safe, thoughtful delivery.

bsolutely. Just leave your message in the Order Notes box at checkout—we’ll handwrite it on our signature stationery and include it inside the presentation box.

Prices are never included in the shipment, and the packaging is designed to be gift-ready—elegant, personal, and complete without the need for wrapping.

Each vase is shipped from our Philadelphia studio within 1–2 business days. Orders are double-boxed: the inner keepsake box is protected by a recycled, plastic-free outer carton using plant-based wrap and compostable tape.

Shipping is fully insured. In the rare event of breakage, we keep a small reserve of vases on hand to offer quick replacements. You’ll receive tracking the moment your order is on its way.

Wash by hand with soapy water and a non-scratching sponge. Avoid scrubbing the branding or signature on the bottom—it’s part of the story.

Some flowers carry strong natural pigments that can stain even glazed porcelain over time—especially dyed or painted blooms.

If you notice color transfer, wash the vase immediately with soap and water. The longer it sits, the harder it is to remove.
We’ve had success using Magic Eraser on stubborn stains—just use caution near the branding marks.

s lovely as flowers are, they can be messy. Use flower food (we often include a packet) or a stash you’ve saved—it helps slow bacteria growth.

Your best defense against stains? Frequent water changes. No need to recut stems—just keep the water clear and free of leaves or debris.

Some of the original porcelain pieces Sullivan made are still in use today—marked with spots, soft stains, a beautiful patina. We think that’s a sign of love, not damage.

Use your vase often and with joy. Over time, it may carry the imprint of how much you loved it.

Yes—feed it flowers, fresh water, creativity, and a little fearlessness.
We believe in trimming boldly, arranging intuitively, and filling your vase like you mean it.

Updated April 14, 2025
I didn’t choose to manufacture in the USA because I knew what I was getting into with tariffs (I didn’t). But I’ve never regretted it.

I chose to work with people who earn a living wage, even in high-cost cities, and who operate in safe, human-centered studios—not factories. I’m proud to partner with skilled artisans who take pride in their craft.

Updated April 14, 2025
Yes, it costs more to make vases here. Tariffs, fuel, materials, fair wages—it adds up. But those costs reflect real values: safety, sustainability, and supporting people over margins.

We’ve grown too used to fast and cheap. I designed these vases to last a lifetime—so they cut down on waste, shipping, and overconsumption. I believe they’re worth it, and I hope you do too.

My vases are produced in a boutique production studio in Portland, Oregon by a team of skilled craftspeople who specialize in fine art porcelain casting.

Each form is complex—handled by seven or more people before it arrives in Philadelphia, where I complete the final finishing, signature, and packaging.

We work with real people, not anonymous factories, because we believe in knowing—and celebrating—the hands behind the work.

We include a bottle of our liquid floral elixir with every vase, but we don’t currently offer it for individual sale. It’s a professional-grade flower food in liquid form, the same type often found in dry packets with store-bought bouquets.

We encourage using flower food—it helps keep the water cleaner and your flowers fresher, longer. Most people underdose when using dry packets, so we’ve taken the guesswork out.

We’ve heard all the folklore, but no—those aren’t part of our process. If you swear by them, go for it, but we haven’t found them reliable enough to recommend.

We’ll stick with what we know works. You do you.

here’s no single path. Sullivan studied floral design in school, but also worked behind the scenes before launching her own studio. Others start in grocery stores, shops, or through internships. The best path is the one that fits your life while giving you room to learn and practice.

A note for future business owners:
If you love flowers and want to work with them daily, owning a floral business may not be the right move. Running a studio means wearing a lot of hats—marketing, production, client relations—not always arranging. It can be fulfilling, but also bittersweet if you find yourself too far from the stems.