When Paul Hendershot and his trusty dog Chief walk through the door, our day at Eye of the Day becomes just that much better. Paul likes to stroll through the store, seeing new products and picking the pieces he wants to show his clients. He’s funny and warm and stiletto sharp. We were looking at…
Garden Décor
Why Expensive Pottery for Your Garden?
Why Expensive Pottery for Your Garden? Whether you are a garden enthusiast or if you’re like me and have gardening in your soul, no doubt you are always on the lookout for great pots—not just great shapes and styles but pottery that lasts. English lead containers and Francesco del Re’s pure bronze pots might be…
Made in California – Gladding McBean Pottery
Made in California: Gladding McBean Pottery Since 2005, Eye of the Day has carried products from Gladding McBean, the Lincoln, California based manufacturer of not only beautiful glazed artisan pottery, but of terracotta, clay pipes, tile, and much more. Their popular oil jars are best sellers at Eye of the Day and grace gardens and…
Eye of the Day Installations at the Pasadena Public Library and Santa Barbara Museum of Art
Eye of the Day Installations at the Pasadena Public Library and Santa Barbara Museum of Art Pasadena Public Library and the Garden Club On April 23rd and 24th, the Pasadena Public Library was transformed into a botanical paradise. “Reflections – A Centennial Celebration”, was presented by the Pasadena Garden Club. The purpose of the Garden…
The Outlier’s Garden
THE OUTLIER’S GARDEN Outlier: something that lies outside the main body or group that it is a part of; “different” than the rest, not better, not trying to fit in, just different. This is how I describe my garden when I’m asked. Even when big-time designers visit Eye of the Day, their jaws drop. We…
New Container: Antique Spanish Oil Jars
Antique Spanish Oil Jars I get a call from Brent at Eye of the Day. He’s stuck in traffic on the 405 freeway in L.A., and he could use a little help unloading a container that’s just arrived at the Port of Los Angeles. I get up from the potters wheel, wrap my clay in…
