About the Stokie Potter

My name is Sarah Hallam, and my journey with clay began in July 2022 during a time of significant personal upheaval. After facing loss, ill health, redundancy, and a hard-fought battle with alcoholism, I walked into a pottery studio and discovered a life-changing passion. What started as a path to healing, quickly became a career, leading me to purchase my own wheel and kiln by late 2023.

Through dedicated study with master potter Jon French at Potclays, I have honed my craft, focusing on unique, one-off functional pieces designed to be used and loved every day. I am a lover of experimentation, constantly challenging myself with complex clay and glaze combinations that capture the spirit of the Potteries.

Today, you can find me:

• Online: Sharing "no-peaking" kiln openings and studio updates with my global community on YouTube (launched June 2025).

• In Person: Selling my handmade ceramics at iconic local venues like Middleport Pottery, Gladstone Pottery Museum, and the World of Wedgwood Makers Markets.

• In Galleries: My work is proudly featured in the Gilders Wheel Gallery on Harper Street.

Every piece I make represents a step forward in my journey of recovery and creativity—thank you for being part of it.

If you want to read more please check out my Blog Post : From Rock Bottom to the Potter’s Wheel: My Journey of Healing and Clay