Created and Sold by Kristina Kotlier
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Stoneware Sam Vase - Vases & Vessels
Starts at $45
Creation: 4-6 weeks
Handmade
Woman Owned
Made In USA
Made To Order
Locally Sourced
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Meet the Creator
Wescover creator since 2020
Kristina Arzaga-Kotlier is an architectural designer and ceramic artist with a strong design-build background and interest in emphasizing the elemental properties of the materials with which she works. She has built work in and around the Bay Area, including installations at the Exploratorium and the Oakland Museum.
Her work explores the relationship between digital processes and handmade objects while focusing on intentional ways to disrupt and modify each step to create unique outcomes.
Kristina received her B.A. in Interior Design and her Masters in Architecture from California College of the Arts. She has served on the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects, as Co-Chair for the mentorship and licensing programs at AIA San Francisco, and is currently the chair of the AIA National Associates Committee. Kristina splits her time between Berkeley and Los Angeles, California.
Her work explores the relationship between digital processes and handmade objects while focusing on intentional ways to disrupt and modify each step to create unique outcomes.
Kristina received her B.A. in Interior Design and her Masters in Architecture from California College of the Arts. She has served on the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects, as Co-Chair for the mentorship and licensing programs at AIA San Francisco, and is currently the chair of the AIA National Associates Committee. Kristina splits her time between Berkeley and Los Angeles, California.
Creator Reviews
8 Creator reviews
5.0
Cindy Slamka
December 28, 2025
This was a custom order and Kristina was a pleasure to work with. She made it to the size I requested and was very patient as, I went through a couple of measurement trials, before settling on the final dimensions. The bells came well packaged for being such a delicate piece, there was no damage. The bells themselves are cute, cute, cute! Thanks for such a positive experience overall, Kristina!
Alana Dick
NANAIMO, Canada
Verified Trade Member
August 6, 2023
Beautiful, delicate, handmade. Lovely brass nails. Works well grouped with other pieces. Packaged beautifully. So happy : )
Jessica Stewart
11, 1
Verified Trade Member
April 12, 2023
Had a lovely experience working with Kristina on a bulk, business holiday gifting order!
Jessica Nault
October 5, 2021
Absolutely gorgeous craftsmanship!
purchased: Ceramic Bells - 12" wide x 25" long
Sarah Ann Lipkin
July 28, 2021
Really cute! Makes my kitchen vibe
Rachaely Esman
June 17, 2021
Kristina's work is so unique and beautiful and she is a great communicator. I really enjoyed working with her and absolutely love my new pieces. I purchased both the bells and Uri Utensil holder :)
Cindy Slamka
June 15, 2021
Kristina has the most beautiful ceramic bells artwork! She packaged them with great care, especially for how delicate they are. Her communication was awesome!
purchased: Ceramic Bells - 12" wide x 25" long
Jane L Henning
March 10, 2021
The vase I purchased was attractive, witty, and of excellent quality. It was a much-appreciated gift.
purchased: Sunshine Sam Vase