Cake Design News: Maker Stories: Mondays Projects

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In case you hadn't noticed, I have a thing for ceramics. I feel like they're having a moment right now, and there's this earthy-meets-modern trend in the air that everyone is putting their own twist on. Think speckled glazes, matte finishes, natural colors and organic shapes. Behind MONDAYS is a talented trio of women (all based in Brooklyn), each with individual styles that blend together beautifully to form one brand. Jennifer's freeform shapes, Nina's geometric details and Signe's Scandinavian-inspired tendencies come together as a comprehensive collection of tableware and planters and vases. All work can be purchased on their website — these little speckled teacups are my favorite. Read on for their interview! — Stacy

Who came up with the name MONDAYS? Is there a story behind that?

Signe: Jennifer and I have been friends since grade school, and we met Nina on a Monday night in ceramics class. The three of us clicked as a team, and when we started brainstorming about creating a business together, Nina said, "It should be called something about Mondays," and it was our "a-ha" moment. We moved into a bigger space in July and launched our company this fall. Even though we don't take classes anymore, we make sure Monday nights are set aside for working together.