B&Y PP II

Lorraine Formato
BB&Y PP II
Small in scale but rich in artistry, Lorraine Formato’s pinch pots are designed to elevate the simplest of moments. Hand-shaped with an organic elegance, each vessel reflects her decades of experience and deep roots in Asheville’s vibrant ceramic history.
 
These pieces are more than functional—they’re a showcase of rare and masterful glazing techniques. Lorraine fires at varying temperatures, experimenting with layering and blending glazes to create intense, molten-like colors that shift and pool across the surface, making every pot a one-of-a-kind art piece.
 
Perfectly sized for a favorite pen, a single fresh flower, a keepsake from a walk, or even something more personal, these vessels transition easily from desk to shelf, mantle, or kitchen counter. Their compact form allows them to be used as accents or functional storage, adding sophistication wherever they’re placed.
 
Each pinch pot carries the spirit of Asheville’s ceramic legacy and the unmistakable mark of a master craftswoman—proof that even the smallest objects can hold remarkable history and artistry.