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You may be a year away from ten years of marriage, but this does not mean that your ninth anniversary is not so important! Traditionally, this anniversary is symbolized by pottery, but the origin behind this tradition is still mysterious. Some people say that a pot of water represents a continuous livelihood or the future of a couple. Others say it is a sign that becomes a beautiful thing over time. Others still attribute it to family and family symbols.

All these qualities make pottery a great gift for any anniversary, regardless of traditional and modern customs (it's totally okay to deviate from the theme!). In addition, the modern gift for the 9th anniversary is leather. If it turns out that pottery is not your thing, the options are endless!

If you stick to the traditions on your ninth anniversary, your kitchen may be upgraded. That's because some of the best pottery is in the shape of plates, cutlery and trays. And some other items made in the kiln, from earrings to ring plates. Not to mention some useful ceramic options, such as diffusers and styling irons, to bring modern style to traditional themes.

Read on for the pottery gifts that inspire you the most.

Bring it all back to your wedding day with this set of personalized wedding bowls, they nest in each other. You can engrave them with a special touch with personal information. We recommend including your anniversary date and your name.

By now, you may need some new cutlery. Take a look at this ceramic option, it includes everything from a set plate to a set of soup bowls. Although you need to purchase some works separately, the complete series is something you will have for a long time in the future. It is made of colored clay, quartz and minerals, and it is also beautiful on your shelf.

This weird spoon never fails to laugh in the morning. Cute and charming, it is the perfect home for any appliance. It is made of ceramic, has a durable and smooth surface, is easy to wipe clean, and can be safely placed in the dishwasher.

Use this set of hand thrown handleless wine glasses to add color to the bar cart. They have speckled brown and green tones, exuding a bohemian style, and we can see that they complement the appearance of some individually decorated or comfortable cabins. Take them out to toast on every anniversary in the future to make them more special.

This modern ceramic diffuser will make your home feel like a spa. Add the essential oils of your choice and they will continue to diffuse in a 400 square foot space for approximately four hours. It also includes atmosphere-enhancing lighting functions and wall adapters.

Give those wedding rings a special place with a personalized ceramic ring tray. Customize from the menu color to the font color, plus personal text. Your initials, anniversary, or a combination of the two all look equally sweet.

This tapered shape stick creates the ultimate wave effect. This styling wand uses Digital T3 SinglePass technology for fast and uniform heating, and uses a 1.25-inch to 0.75-inch hair tube to make hair frizz-free, smooth and beautiful.

No one needs a hot pot set-but one is always fun, especially when you want a date night at home. This one will elevate your dessert game by turning chocolate bars into warm chocolate lava. All you need is some strawberries, pretzels and marshmallows to dip them in.

Whether you are serving meat, cheese, fruit or all of the above, this platter can meet your needs. Hand-made and hand-painted by artisans, no two versions of this platter look the same, and the blue splash alone has an artistic effect. It is available in small, medium and large sizes. Buy one or get all of them.

Give a reward to Caraway Home's cookware set, which is currently one of the gold standards for cookware. Made of aluminum and stainless steel, its ceramic coating is non-sticky and non-toxic, ensuring the safety of cooking food. In addition to the typical pan and pot set-up, the set includes four magnetic pan racks and a canvas cover rack, so you can keep everything in order.

We have never seen a sweeter cup idea. Before giving the cup to your spouse, color your favorite travel and memory locations on the map from the city you first date to the location of your honeymoon. As you visit more special places in the future, continue to color together all over the world.

Upgrade your Apple Watch with stylish and chic bracelets. This Coach one is 18 mm wide and is made of ceramic and stainless steel with a butterfly clasp. Its white hue has a subtle luster, and it can match anything whether it is formal or formal wear.

Using top burgers and dogs, it will be better to enjoy your backyard. For this, you need the right grill, and BergHOFF grills do just that. Its ceramic shell can keep heat circulating quickly, and it can even emit high temperatures during cooking to grill steaks or grill some vegetables. You can use a vent cap and a thermometer to control the air and regulate low-temperature smoking.

Spouses with green thumbs will be spread all over these colorful flower pots. Available in all types of colors and prints, from spotted lavender to light green stripes, they will add vitality to any plant. There are drainage holes at the bottom, so you don't have to worry about watering too much. Grab one or a pair to mix and match to make the plant collection more vivid.

Expand your wife's stud earrings collection with these ceramic ball earrings. They are hand-made in South Korea, hand-dipped and gold-brushed. There are beautiful and soft blue, yellow and green tones to choose from, and the edges of each group have a hint of gold, giving people a gorgeous feeling.

If you keep it simple this anniversary, the ceramic candle is where it is. This comfortable candle series not only adds a rustic touch to home decor, but also smells like something baked in an oven. Choose apple nutmeg pastries, fig and walnut bread, or spiced acorn leaves.

Whether you are brewing coffee or tea, this French press can meet your needs. Its ceramic body is better than glass or stainless steel in terms of heat preservation, which can keep beverages warm or refrigerated for longer, and the mesh screen and stainless steel plunger can prevent any deposits from escaping.

The first thing to know is that there is a difference between pottery and ceramics, but the two terms can be used interchangeably. According to Mary Ann Collins, who runs a handmade pottery shop Clay by Collins, pottery is usually a kind of "ware", such as plates, cups, bowls, vases, or flower pots. Ceramic pieces are used to describe works that are more sculptural or non-functional.

"When looking for a piece of pottery for the kitchen or dining table, make sure it is food safe," she said. A rule of thumb is to look at the type of clay and the temperature at which it is fired. She added: “Crockery fired at higher temperatures is more suitable for food safety, dishwasher safety, oven safety, and microwave oven safety.” However, in most cases, there will be information in the work explaining what is safe.

For handmade products, it is best to wash by hand. Collins said that it is particularly important that this piece has golden or metallic details, which means that they are not microwave safe. "For convenience, you can put high-fire clay in the dishwasher, but be careful not to fill the dishwasher too much," she said. However, if you are not sure how to maintain a handmade pottery, the best way is to consult the artist for guidance.

Choosing the right type of pottery is important, depending on how the recipient plans to use it. "Some ceramics fired at low temperatures do not retain moisture well," Collins explained. "This means it's not food safe, and it's not suitable for plants." Some pottery is completely decorative-it doesn't matter!

Attention green thumbs! Collins warned against using low-temperature-fired pottery with glaze on plants. "If the glaze contains lead or other chemicals, plants will absorb these chemicals and eventually die after being saturated with water in the pot."

Mary Ann Collins is a potter and the owner of Clay by Collins, a pottery shop in New York.

Bridal writer Hillary Hoffower has more than 7 years of writing experience in the wedding industry, covering everything from bridal fashion trends to wedding decorations. She is currently renovating her new apartment from scratch, which means she has spent hours searching for the best household items on the Internet. She is slowly making a series of pottery for her kitchen.

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