Art in the garden | Handmade pottery | The Impatient Gardener field trip!

[@heatherw.2751]

Am I the only one who teared up at the beginning of this video? I just lost my step dad recently and we did the 'going through his stuff' thing. It was very comforting but so hard at the same time! So to see Erin talk so lovingly about a parent holding on to their children's homemade gifts only to have it come back around full circle really hit home! Great video, as always!! Have a fantastic weekend y'all!

[@christinestraub1564]

💜💜💜AWE💜💜💜nothing like a mother’s appreciation of their child’s creativity I love it too and would have purchased it I pick items like this up always at yard sales all the time

[@HowsItGrowing]

This video is wonderful. What an incredible trip to Peter’s studio, Erin. That intro was beyond touching. The entire thing makes my heart sing. Thank you for the lovely shout out. I’m truly touched. And I’m excited to order more pots now! Shocking! 😂 Thank you Peter for continuing styles and traditions that make your work so special and timeless. You make it look easy, I know it’s quite daunting. Thank you Erin for capturing this and keeping this type of special art alive. 💜

[@nicolechew1029]

Love your channel Laura! Your gardens are inspirational. Can't wait to see the greenhouse! 💓🏵️

[@jeannet9592]

Your husband's pottery is just precious. How fortunate you are to have it. Thank you for taking us along to see Peter. The aerial view of you pulling out of your driveway was so artistic.

[@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane]

Sorry to hear of Mr. More Patient's mom passing on... what a sweet story that she saved his little peice of art made with love with his own hands. Thank you for taking us on a field trip... I could watch him make pottery all day, and then the next day, too! Reminds me of when I took pottery in college. There's just something about handmade things. I had to rewind to see the doggie again... so cute/funny!

[@lynbuerkett8537]

OMG, Mr. Much More Patient’s pot that his mother saved....All. The. Feels.!

[@PrairiePlantgirl]

When he pulled out that little tool, I audibly oohed and saved 😊. It is beautiful to see a true artist work.

[@darlenelitz1050]

What a precious moment it must have been to receive a pot made by your hubby as a child that his mom has cherished. Thanks for sharing and the field trip!💐❤

[@katedorman7042]

I got so choked up when you were sharing the story of Mr. MMP’s vase and how/why it came to you. It was a great segue into your pottery field trip and such an interesting and beautiful topic. Thank you so much for your post today. ❤️🌸🌺🏺

[@deezahm9143]

🍁When I lived in Wisconsin I loved going to Cambridge so much! Thanks for the memories. And isn’t it wonderful that your dear mother-in-law cherished her son’s tiny hands’ work on the little pot all those years. I, too, have a treasure my son made! Love and memories come in all different shapes and sizes, but they always fit perfectly inside our hearts. 🌻🧡

[@julsg123]

So sweet that you now get to cherish the pottery your husband made as a child. Love the Wakefield pottery!

[@ajack6421]

Loved the sweetness of your reaction with your hubby's pot and how she cherished it. Then, the artistry of Wakefield. Gardens are art. Pottery is art. ❤️

[@suekuly4723]

Loved this “field trip”. Who doesn’t enjoy pottery.

[@susanhorn3342]

How cool is that pot? Thanks for sharing it with us. Love the story!

[@FlowerPatchFarmhouse]

It is so great to find artisans still pursuing their craft and making it available to those who appreciate hand made quality. I love timeless creations and it looks like Mr. More Patient could start his own side gig making pottery. :)

[@judygray7718]

Wonderful tribute to artisans in whatever medium. Thanks.

[@deananderson2143]

Nice little story

[@ec9401]

This is just beautiful on so many levels. My grandmother was a potter for years, and I have one of her clay sculptures in the garden; it's a 'crone,'; she was a feminist/artist; they broke the mold when they made her. Before quarantine, I started taking a class, throwing my own pots, and hearing her voice in my head. I can't wait to get back to that. For now, I'm just hoping to eke out more time in the dirt before winter. Art and gardens go together like peanut butter and jelly. Thanks for your videos.

[@martiknapp762]

Great field Trip! Hey Mr. more patient should hone his inner child, and make ceramics. I’m with you I’d buy that.

[@kylieky9169]

I would buy it too! LOVE IT!

[@michelebushnik2874]

I really really enjoyed this video! Darling pot your husband made for his mom. Blessed Be!❤

[@paulag.panzermd8239]

WOW - I loved watching the pottery being made. I’ve always wished for that talent. Instead I admire (and shop)!!

[@johnanthonycapper7929]

This is different Erin. Logged in expecting to see a tour around the garden etc, instead a demonstration of pot making. Absolutely loved it. If I lived a few thousand miles closer I would be round to buy one. Thank you

[@Bamboo4U2]

Great vlog, Erin! Loved seeing the local vistas. And it's cool you're supporting local artisans.

[@cathybranly1839]

Watching the pots form is so amazing. There is a peacefulness to this art form. It turns out, I have a few of his pots! I love them.

[@paulakhulan8651]

This was fun!..xoxo PaulaShanae

[@stephaniez215]

My local garden center carries Wakefield pottery...can’t wait to buy a pot now. Thanks for sharing!!!!

[@terrya.]

When our kids were little, we used to make an annual summer trip to the Wisconsin Dells for them, and to Cambridge for pottery for me. (I have several Wisconsin Pottery pieces from those years.) I just got my very first pot from Wakefield this month - I was influenced by Laura at How's It Growing! Such fun to see this video! Thanks for sharing your field trip!

[@sallyrichardson4082]

Wasn’t that fun! I picked up a piece of Wakefield as well recently after seeing Laura’s video about her pots. With winter coming I didn’t want to put a plant in it, so I put a silk arrangement in it. I can enjoy it all winter, then decide if I want to put it out in the garden. It’s the most beautiful golden color, and goes beautifully in my dining room. Thank you both so much for educating us about Wakefield pottery.

[@lisawalters5482]

He is amazing. And the pot your husband made is gorgeous. The potter is so talented. I really enjoyed this video. You are Laura are definitely some of my favorite channels. Blessings. 👏🏻💕👏🏻

[@TheLizzlebizzle]

Thank you so much for championing creatives and the creative process. As an artist (painter), my garden and the wider landscape are a constant source of inspiration. I loved your inquisitiveness with the process and the artist, drawing out the inspiration from the artist. Peter's work in making those stunning pots is just magical.

[@karentemple5619]

Loved this video! His pots are truly art in the garden ❤

[@robertdewitt5990]

Erin I thank you for all of your knowledge I admire and appreciate everything you do,what a treat to watch your channel what a queen😘

[@margaretpervier8357]

Thank you for taking us along to watch this talented man!😊❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lawrencebardenett6148]

All very Cool.

[@julipolito7761]

Omg! This was such a delightful surprise! I’m a potter! ..and a gardener. Erin! It’s not even my birthday! Love love loved this posting! 🥣. Juli in Tucson, AZ 🌵🌵🌵

[@beckyscheller9358]

I took a pottery class in college for elective. It was the most fun I had . could not get very good but loved it came home covered in clay. This brought back lots of memories!

[@lorindachristine3291]

Everything about this video was truly beautiful.💚 One of my otherwise less favourite nearby nurseries has an amazing pot collection. I was there Friday, and, like every trip, came home with a new pot.

[@barbll000]

Loved this video. I started collecting houseplants over a year ago and I soon discovered the second hobby is finding great and interesting pots to put the plants in. Choosing the perfect pot for a plant can make all the difference in the world to how it looks. I've always loved pottery.

[@kathynims3031]

I have my kids pottery- such a meaningful post today. And, as a gardener, how could you not love pots !!! When Smith & Hawkens was in business, every time I stopped in, I picked up Guy Wolff pottery. Some are 20 years old. I will definitely check out Peter's site, beautiful work. Thank you for this today !! 😊

[@TheImpatientGardener]

Peter worked closely with Guy Wolff to help produce those pots when Smith & Hawkens was selling them back in the day.

[@kathynims3031]

Now I have to check his site out !!! Thanks !!

[@GardenKath]

I *really* loved this video; thank you. His wonderful clay and glaze covered studio looked like such a peaceful haven, and he seemed like a calm presence himself. I don’t know how you walked out of there with just one pot! 😅

[@TheImpatientGardener]

Oh, I placed an order too! :)

[@McDonoughKelly]

I have several of the pots he did with Smith & Hawkins! I didn't realize it but when he used that special tool, I immediately thought of my pots that have the same detail. Beautiful ❤

[@thesmallscape]

Oh thank you for the tour! Fascinating to see how pots come to life! And a brief glimpse of the Port W area 🥰 My twin sister lives downtown Port and I miss it when I’m away.

[@lincasteel-butler531]

Oh my, I love Peter. I have about 15+ of his pieces and his work is astounding. Such beautiful work people, so lasting as well.

[@CottageGardensonForest]

I love Wakefield pottery. I’ve always wanted to take a pottery class. He makes it look so easy but the one time I tried making a piece it was much much harder than I thought. Thanks for the field trip.

[@Gardengirl7]

Just placed my order for a couple of pots. Thanks for sharing Wakefield!

[@tonichamber08]

As a fellow Wisconsinite, I loved this video and I love Peter Wakefield's pottery. I ordered my first piece after seeing Peter's studio on the How's it Growing? channel and it obviously was made with heart and soul. I will order more pieces. They are truly beautiful in the garden and in the home. Thank you, Erin, for this peaceful and beautiful video!

[@HowsItGrowing]

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[@lauriemc8871]

That was so cool being able to watch the pots being made.

[@p.h.c.1113]

I have been to Cambridge, WI! Bought a lovely big bluish vase there, with cattails painted on it. Thanks for sharing your trip with us.

[@jennifernash4638]

What a perfect video to drink my morning coffee with. I love his work and it's a great time to start thinking about Christmas presents!

[@dianawilson5030]

You’re absolutely right. Art and gardening go hand in hand. I’m an art conservator and an art dealer. Most people think I must be an artist (nope). Where I create beauty is in my garden. Much more challenging using nature’s palette. It’s ever changing, ever growing...much more interesting than a static painting.

[@anitahadley2871]

Beautiful and so relaxing to watch. I just loved the first pot he was making with the beading. Just the right amount of detail.

[@jean0ts]

The editing on this video is so different than your usual. Love it and the content on beautiful pottery.

[@kimby81]

I live about 10 minutes away from Cambridge, my SIL lived there for years. It’s such a sweet little town, so much to explore! Thanks for the field trip!

[@susanrieske4258]

Thank you! This was so interesting and, really, quite beautiful. Gardening IS art. For me, it's an expression of emotion and thought to make something beautiful to enjoy, hence, art. Erin, you are an artist at home and at work. I wonder, are you familiar with Margaret at Away to Garden? I suspect you would enjoy her writing. Thanks for this video, loved it!

[@TheImpatientGardener]

Margaret Roach is one of my gardening idols.

[@pattiray6816]

The Victoria and Albert museum he mentioned that’s in London has an amazing pottery collection!!

[@sweetcarolinagardening4364]

This makes me so happy! I have several that my children made. And what a beautiful one that is and I love the color.

[@sharonoleary9935]

I want to see a flower arrangement in that little blue pot!

[@lorrainecourtney4589]

Thanks for the field trip.. pottery has always amazed me😊 They way a blob of clay can form into a beautiful piece of art..,, I have pottery pieces my son has made in grade school that are so sweet and special to me 😁

[@amyjones2490]

I made a pot in high school not nearly that nice but it really gave me an appreciation for those that can.

[@ginafriend1690]

Yes, I've seen him on Laura's also at the time. Pottery is a lovely art. Peter is a nice calm man as he would be, working on his own and loving what he does. I have a similar pot to the one you showed in the beginning However, the one I bought, is a bird house. Hangs from the base (sideways) with a wooden perch. Adorable!

[@beckyjohnson3161]

Enjoyed this field trip very much my great great grandparents came from Norway and settled in Cambridge their home is now a bed-and-breakfast I think it’s called the Victorian their names were Hans & Karen Olson. Another set of great great grandparents lived in Albion which is near Cambridge. Several descendants of these great great grandparents also lived in the area. On my last visit I visited the Rowe pottery store and purchase some items that I just love. I would like more pieces. On my next visit I will check out the Wakefield pottery. I see that they have stores next-door to each other maybe Wakefield wasn’t open the day we were visiting. I have been watching your videos for a very long time but not one that comments very often. I’m from northern Minnesota upon the Canadian border and so appreciate all that you share with us. Thank you and have a blessed day.

[@rschroeder987]

This feels like grown up Mister Roger's Neighborhood, and I am here for it.

[@tinacruz9162]

Received my first piece the beginning of October, I'm in LOVE, also Love Cambridge. Dang you, I just ordered another pot. LOL

[@klk12399]

Great field trip; beautiful pots!

[@annettemeglino7232]

This is a wonderful video, struck home for me. As a new gardener, tried my first vegetable garden this year thanks to you and Laura at Garden Answer for inspiring me. I am also a beginner potter throwing mainly mugs at the moment with flowers painted on them.

[@denisedelgado3350]

I adore pottery! Have been a collector for decades! Thanks, that was fun! Nice choice!

[@glowingface1]

This place is like an hour and a half away from where i live! So going to book myself to a tour! Thank you for introducing ❤️

[@maikes8997]

oh what a sweet intro ❤️. I loved watching this! Pottery, gardening and Houseplants are my things. I loved watching The Great Pottery Throwdown series here on youtube.

[@kyrad6543]

Thank you for the trip! I really love handmade pottery. It's a splurge to be sure. But having just one or two handmade pottery pieces is worth the splurge.

[@marylisageorge8739]

Well, I just purchased the last Oldham half pot. I can see addiction in the future for these pots. Thanks for the discount, Erin.

[@ursulakavanagh3894]

Love this! I adore pottery, and the process. So much goes into it. It really is a natural combo for garden art!

[@sandrae5609]

Made my first purchase. Thank you for showcasing the pottery on your channel. ❤️

[@margierousu468]

I have one of his beautiful pots and I love it! Great to see him creating his beautiful pots❤

[@sarahr2498]

I want to learn this soooo bad. Just beautiful. 😍

[@rebeccamasters3943]

Loved this video from start to finish! Definitely hope YOU will make a pot of your own this winter and bring us along for the ride!😁

[@debrabray8855]

YAY! Fun, fun, fun! Great episode!

[@dianegreiner4054]

This is so cool, Erin! I love pottery and so enjoyed this field trip! 😊😍

[@itsmewende]

Love that blue pot.! pot/paperweight LOL. You could make that Orchid pot using the coil method of hand building. This video makes me really wish I never sold all my pottery equipment, especially since I just retired yesterday. What I loved was making something out of a lump of clay that is useful, yep that and it just feels amazing in the hand. Thanks for sharing.

[@veronikasladekova5226]

Beautiful, pottery is just made for garden.

[@tammywinter9268]

I saw him on Laura’s channel also, fabulous! I want some pots! I Love artisans. Thank you for sharing.

[@5262janna]

This was a great video and all gardeners I know love a beautiful pot!

[@ikillprettythingz7947]

Aww the intro 😏 I love this so much. Thank you for sharing this side of gardening. Please more videos like this. I live around Chicagoish area I might have to make a trip out that way and grab a few handmade pots!

[@kaywhaley6694]

Love pottery. Loved the field trip. Thanks, please do more!

[@dees.1686]

I love his work! Someday I'll treat myself to a Wakefield original.

[@theresaconway6247]

Wow, great video! Beautiful art from Peter Wakefield.

[@suziqbrown7073]

LOVED this video

[@juliabinford6500]

Such a treat to join you! I love garden pottery.

[@francineh.7825]

I Ioved this video!! Beautiful pots! Great field trip 💖

[@yvonneboerema2782]

that is so cool,im a potter myself so my hart sings

[@cinziadeluca5074]

I think that this video is absolutely fantastic! It was so nice to see Peter's work, the pots are sensational and I wish I lived in the U.S so I could purchase one. It's so lovely too that you are holding on to the vase that your husband made for his mum, that's very special. Thank you for sharing.

[@cherylgreenfarb8044]

Loved this video. Peter’s prices aren’t too bad either.

[@Ishisah]

🚙✨✨Loved the✨field trip✨!

[@DCT14]

I love Wakefield Pottery, and Peter is the nicest guy and so talented!

[@epiphanypoland6014]

What an AMAZING video and such an inspiration for creativity. 😍😍😍

[@marilynbaldwin2934]

To have such a talent it was so beautiful! That was a great video it's nice to see something different!

[@kristylubinski4865]

Amazing. I've always admired his work

[@amydeeds6248]

Just joined your channel after seeing you on Garden Answer! Love this video. Watching him at the wheel is fascinating!! I tried it once-so difficult. Love his style of pottery.

[@dianeruesch8655]

Yup, this is the guy who collaborated with Guy Wolff in the 90's (see About section on website). I had a prized 20+ year old pot from these 2 (bought at Seattle Smith&Hawken) which a repairman just broke in my garden this summer! I was so distraught and chewed the repairman's head off. Not so much because he broke it, but because he tossed it in the garbage. I use every shard of it still in the landscape.

[@joseysuiter5472]

I am definitely taking a trip to Cambridge now. Thank you, Erin!

[@pegwhite6533]

So interesting! Thanks!

[@asianangie7209]

Your begonia is beautiful!