knit’ly — a ceramic soap dish for the MIRSTORES clothing brand. The factory is a direct extension of the MIRSTORES showroom design project.
MIRSTORES — a knitted brand for those who love fashion and art. Here, they create not just sweaters, but true art objects.
MIRSTORES' core value is a careful approach to the world.
The flagship product is natural wool sweaters featuring intricate cable-knit patterns.
No. 1
«Cloud» Soap with Jasmine and Powder Scent — A collectible aromatic souvenir from MIRSTORES x Patissoncha.
No. 2
Inspired by the knitted forms of MIRSTORES and a limited collection item, I decided to create a ceramic soap dish stand.
Ecological tone of voice and the emphasis on naturalness and soft forms were decisive in the choice of materials; handcrafted work blends perfectly with the brand’s philosophy.
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While searching for the form, I attempted to harmonize chaos and symmetry, so that the canvas resembled a slightly torn, worn piece of fabric.
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Manufacturing Technique for a Ceramic Soap Dish from Plugs («Knit» Texture)
1. Clay Preparation — achieving working moisture and degassing.
2. Base — cutting a backing piece from a 5–7 mm slab (torn edges mimic fabric).
3. Plugs — cut from a 3–5 mm slab.
4. Laying — layer-by-layer placement of plugs on slip, imitating a knitted fabric.
5. Decoration — smoothing the seams.
6. Drying — slow drying, covered with plastic, for 3–7 days.
7. Bisque Firing — 900–1000 °C.
8. Glazing — dipping/brushing, bottom unglazed.
9. Glaze Firing — according to the glaze specification at 1250 °C.
Bill of Materials:
1) 500 grams of white high-fire clay
2) Ribbons/Sticks
3) Rolling Pin
4) Glaze
5) Brushes
