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The Ancient Art of Raku: A Journey Through Japanese Pottery

December 15, 2024 8 min read

Discover the meditative practice behind one of ceramics' most celebrated techniques, from its Zen Buddhist origins to contemporary interpretations.

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Dec 8, 2024 Mindful Living

10 Ways to Create a More Mindful Home in 2025

Simple shifts that transform your space into a sanctuary of intention and purposeful design.

Nov 28, 2024 Maker Spotlight

Meet Fatima: Preserving Berber Weaving Traditions

How one woman is keeping her grandmother's craft alive in Morocco's Atlas Mountains.

Nov 15, 2024 Craft Heritage

The Science of Clay: Why Handmade Ceramics Feel Different

Exploring the tactile and emotional qualities that separate artisan pottery from factory-made alternatives.

Nov 5, 2024 Behind the Scenes

How We Curate: Inside Aurora's Selection Process

A transparent look at how products make it from artisan workshop to our marketplace.

Oct 22, 2024 Craft Heritage

The Blue Gold: Africa's Indigo Dyeing Revival

From Nigeria to Mali, artisans are bringing back ancient natural dyeing techniques.

Oct 10, 2024 Mindful Living

The Art of Intentional Collecting: Quality Over Quantity

Why owning fewer, better things leads to a more fulfilling relationship with your possessions.

Sep 28, 2024 Maker Spotlight

Thomas of Vermont: Four Generations of Woodworking

A family tradition of handcrafted wooden kitchenware continues in the Green Mountains.

Sep 15, 2024 Craft Heritage

Silversmithing in the Digital Age: Old Skills, New Markets

How traditional jewelers are finding global audiences without sacrificing their craft.

Sep 1, 2024 Behind the Scenes

Our Journey to Plastic-Free Packaging

The challenges and triumphs of eliminating plastic from every Aurora shipment.

Aug 18, 2024 Maker Spotlight

Mountain Meadow: Goat Milk Soap from Colorado

Meet the family turning their small goat farm into a thriving artisan soap business.

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The Ancient Art of Raku: A Journey Through Japanese Pottery

10 Ways to Create a More Mindful Home in 2025

Meet Fatima: Preserving Berber Weaving Traditions

The Science of Clay: Why Handmade Ceramics Feel Different

How We Curate: Inside Aurora's Selection Process

The Blue Gold: Africa's Indigo Dyeing Revival

The Art of Intentional Collecting: Quality Over Quantity

Thomas of Vermont: Four Generations of Woodworking

Silversmithing in the Digital Age: Old Skills, New Markets

Our Journey to Plastic-Free Packaging

Mountain Meadow: Goat Milk Soap from Colorado

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