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Forest Road AU

Locality: Birdwood, South Australia

Address: 11 Peake Road 5234 Birdwood, SA, Australia

Website: https://www.forestroadshop.com

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25.01.2022 Shop views. I've taken the succulents outside for some sun. I might join them once I've finished here. Currently trusting spotify and trimming vase bases. Happy Monday . . #forestroadau #forestroad #forestroadstudioandstore #forestroadstudio #forestroadstore #sunnymonday #studiovibes #studioviews #storevibes #viewfromthewheel #shimpo #shimpowheel #clayvase #wellbeingstudio #glorydays #spotify #spotifydiscoverweekly

25.01.2022 Hello everybody, thats me, Megs. There's a few new people here (thankyou for stopping by), so I thought I'd say hello again . . Forest Road is a creative/wellbeing space, run from our back shed that is mid conversion (that space behind me in the photo). The business has grown and morphed over the last 3-4 years, and I'm excited to see what's next. Currently its where I sell pots and plants as well as ceramics that I've made right here in the solar powered / rainwater fed stu...dio. I'll be running creative workshops from Spring, and I look forward to including elements of wellbeing and mindfulness . . Some things about me: I prefer salty foods over sweets. I could easily sit in the sun and watch chickens scratch for food all day long without issue. I always struggled to answer 'what is your favourite colour?' - because I love all the colours and it really depends on my current mood (today its pink). I like to read and at the moment its mostly non-fiction/reference books. The last book I bought for myself was by Brene Brown and the last book I was gifted was on bugs and insects in the garden and both books are . . I share a lot of my home life in the Stories section of my Instagram page, and enjoy chatting back and forth with people when something I share resonates with them . . M x . . #aboutme #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #manyfavouritecolours #studiostore #homestudio #upcycledstudio #offgridstudio #solarpowered #rainwater #bugsandinsects #brenebrown #booksarecool #backyardchickens #mindfulmaking #creativeworkshop #wellnessstudio See more

24.01.2022 SURPRISE! . . Which lucky Adelaidian will have this beauty in their possession before nightfall... ??? .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #coilbuilt #clayplanter #handbuiltplanter #handcrafted #ceramics #australianpottery #adelaidepotter #adelaidehills #epipremnumpinnatum #patina #textures #texturelove #potterystudio #studioandstore #slowmade #slowbusiness #ecostudio #poweredbynature #radelaide See more

23.01.2022 Open by appointment at the moment . . Message me to come and have a look at my #teenytinyshopfront .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #indoorplants #adelaidehills #madeinsa #visitadelaidehills #adelaidehillspotter #gardenlove #wallhanging #gardenart #handcraftedgifts See more

22.01.2022 Here I am in my favourite earrings and t-shirt (@rarehare_designs & @bush_medijina) with Bessie, my skutt kiln-friend. It was like Christmas morning here at 6am when I opened her up. Her first test firing was yesterday, after buying her second hand 12 months ago. We had a few hurdles throughout the firing with the kilnsitter failing and switching her off after 6hrs, but we persevered with some unique work arounds and made it to bisque. For those of you who have no idea what... that means, we cooked the clay in the kiln, and it worked (as always, more details in stories). Even better, my very own Canadian Bestie was onhand straight after to hear all my excitement about it online @toujoursmonique . . Bloody Ripper. Good things can happen even in 2020 . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #skutt #skuttkkiln #firstfiring #goodthingscanhappenin2020 #meetthemaker #bisque #kilnfolk #kilnopening #happykilnfolk #followthefeels #christmasmorning #adelaidepotter #uniqueworkarounds #workaround #adelaidehillspotter #adelaidehills #adelaidemaker #adelaidehillsmaker #wellbeingstudio #clay #potter #potterylove #canadianbestie #idontdoeyebrows See more

22.01.2022 Fresh flower bunches and posies today at our Roadside Stall. . Also homegrown garlic, pottery seconds, homegrown herbs and plants etc . Message for holds or enquiries... . #forestroadau #forestroad #freshflowers #localflowers #proteabunches #proteas #succulentbunches #succulents #adelaidehills #grownnaturally #permaculture #homemadecompost #homegrownproduce #adelaidehillsroadsidestalls #fresheggs #homegrowngarlic #plantsforsale See more

21.01.2022 Happy Monday, wherever it finds you . . M x .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #functionalpottery #handbuiltpottery #handmadedish #ceramicspoons #seahorse #seahorsedish #guacamole #salsa #dukkah #servingdish #adelaidehills #homestudio #solarpoweredstudio #peramangkcountry See more

20.01.2022 Trust in the process. Little did I realise when I made them over a year ago, these little star-shaped colour-test clay dishes would make the perfect paintbrush rests. All [colours] coming together nicely for the first official workshop (a private party, you didn't miss the memo ) at Forest Road Studio . . Trust .... . M x . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #multicolour #allthecolours #forestroadstudio #wearego #trust #trustintheprocess #keepmovingforward #onwards #dots # See more

20.01.2022 Still here, still making, still open. I've been opening by appointment over the last few weeks, it works well now that the weather is less predictable. I've got some new clay work coming through which I'm excited about. I've also got some new glaze to try plus I've been sourcing some extra tools for the spring/summer workshops I hope to offer. The studio is not yet insulated so it's scarf, beanie and hot tea time before I head out today. Check my stories (insta only soz) to see whats going on out there . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #indoorplants #adelaidehills #madeinsa #visitadelaidehills #adelaidehillspotter #dishesfordays #handcrafted #handmadedish #adelaidemaker #makersofinstagram

20.01.2022 Seahorse wares have made it to collection status . . #forestroadau #forestroad #handcrafted #pottery #seahorses #saltyshores #bluestone #firepit #acknowledge #seahorsecanister #ceramiccanister #seahorsedish #ridethelows #thehighswillreturn #permissiontofeel #ceramicsaustralia #adelaidehills #adelaidehillspotter #madeinsa #twelvehugsaday #adelaidehillsroadsidestalls

18.01.2022 I finally found some arms for this planter to hang from. The planter is made from my recycled clay, and destined for @recreatecommunity, so the fact that the yarn is also recycled yarn is . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #slab #slabbuilt #slabbuiltceramics #stampedclay #handcarvedstamp #functionalpottery #handbuiltpottery #adelaidehills #madeinsa #adelaidehillspotter #plants #hangingplants #plantfriends #houseplants #oneofakindpottery

18.01.2022 Leaf Earrings. Medium. $25 plus postage. Small batch. DM to purchase . . I have a few each of these, more colours to come. I like change so I don't often do repeats .... . These earrings are handmade, rolled, cut, painted, sanded, glazed and fired (twice) by me, here at Forest Road Studio. They are lightweight (2mm thick, 31mm high x 20mm wide) and my own pairs have been dropped (accident) on slate and concrete from human height, and survived unscathed. They are hanging from surgical steel findings (2.5cm diameter) . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #clayearrings #handcraftedpottery #handcraftedearrings #hoopearrings #aqua #mint #sage #tropicalwaters #earrings #adelaidehills #adelaidemaker #slowmaker #slowbusiness #smallbatch #handmadejewellery #adelaidejewellery See more

16.01.2022 Open today 10-2pm . . 11 Peake road, Birdwood .... . Senecio Articulatus. Reminding me that through all the roller-coaster rides, nature will continue to reveal beauty in every moment of every day, and in every size option. All I have to do is look . . #forestroadau #forestroad #senecio #senecioarticulatus #senecioflower #senecioarticulatusflower #candleplant #succulentflowers #beautyinnature #natureofinstagram #flowersofig #succulents #creativewellness #mindfulmoments #wellnessstudio #creativewellnessstudio #takeamoment See more

16.01.2022 Slowly pricing up the new plant and decor stock, in between cups of tea and new clay exploration. Check (insta) stories for pricing on some of my new favourites . . Open Friday 10-2pm .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #teenytinyshopfronts #studioviews #storevibes #shelfies #adelaidehills #exploreadelaide #studiostore #humpday #aspidistrashootingstar #epipremnumpinnatum #munashorganics See more

15.01.2022 A sweet little *sold* vase with tropical ocean hues; daisies for whoever needs some sunshine in their day; and, a gentle reminder to remove those negative influences from your day to day experience . . Warmest, Megs x .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #wheelthrown #shelf #upcycled #woodenladder #tinshed #bluehues #oceanart #tropicalvibes #yellowdaisies #sunshinesmile #adelaidehills #madeinsa #visitadelaidehills #adelaidehillspotter #buylocal #watchyourego #itwillsneakuponyou #anewearth #eckharttolle #wellbeingstudio See more

15.01.2022 Spending these sunny winter days repurposing clay, leftover from larger builds. hope you are well and taking care of yourself . . #forestroadau #mindyourownmindset #healthyfeedhealthymind #claylabels #plantlabels #healthyhabits #localbusiness #gardenfinds #creativewellness #happymindhappybody #happybodyhappymind #bulbslivehere #gardendecor #gardenart #spreadlove #leaflabels #takecareofyourself

14.01.2022 Hope you get an opportunity to add some local made items to your present list this year. It really means the world to us small batch makers. This eency cup sized handcrafted planter and some of her friends are heading over to @recreatecommunity tomorrow. #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #clay #bessiethekiln #handmadeplanter #terracottapots #slabbuilt #handstamped #batikstyle #locallysourced #recycledclay #recreate #recreatecommunity #buysomethinglocal #megsandbessie #bessiethekiln #smallbatchmaker #smallbatch

14.01.2022 Sometimes the garden here is overwhelming, even on a glorious spring day all I see is weeds... Then I meet one of the garden warriors, absolutely covered in magic golden dust. I watched him for ages. It was enough to remind me that even the weeds are providing something to someone . . #forestroadau #forestroad #bees #beefriendly #beefriendlygarden #weedsfeedbees #pleasantwood #magicdust #pollen #pollenators

14.01.2022 Perhaps a vase, or a utensil keeper, whatever the use, this vessel was a joy to make. I used slab building techniques, and stamped the surface with a handcarved wooden stamp - collected along the way - then handpainted all the little divots and dents (with 3 coats). Twice fired, with a coat of clear glaze, its been on a long, meaningful journey. Just the way I like it . . Hope you see the sun today . ... . M x . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #slab #slabbuilt #slabbuiltceramics #handpainted #vessel #handmadevessel #slowmaker #slowproduction #forestroadstudio #forestroadstore #sunnydays #makersmovement See more

12.01.2022 Afternoon sun. This pinchpot planter with tray was made by hand, imprinted with succulent stems, and planted with cuttings from the same plant . . Hope you are able to notice the good things in your days .... . Megs x . #forestroadau #forestroad #handmadepottery #handmadeplanter #pinchpotplanter #madehere #noticethegoodthings #wellbeingstudio #mindfulmaking #everyoneisdealingwithsomething #afternoonsun #succulents #clayplanter #pinchpot #claylove See more

11.01.2022 Open tomorrow 11am-2pm . . We moved the store into the studio today which is much more convenient (and definitely more cosy) for the colder, wetter months here in the Adelaide Hills .... . Over the day I found myself reflecting about all the changes Forest Road has been through since 2016. . . I took some time to think about changes that these materials have gone through as well. Discarded or salvaged from their past lives, now finding themselves here, essential elements of the Forest Road story . . I still get a little nervous about change, but one things for sure, progress (and growth) wouldn't exist without it. . . #forestroadau #forestroad #forestroadstudioandstore #forestroadstudio #adelaidehillsstore #adelaidehillsstudio #embracechange #salvaged #upcycled #studio #studiostore #forestroadstore #progressnotperfection #progress #tinshed #personalgrowth #shoplocal #adelaidehillspotter @ Forest Road AU See more

11.01.2022 #philotheca is such a delightful plant, the flower buds start out pink and turn white as they open, and they have these intriguing bumps all along the stems. Plus the #bees go mad for them. I'll have it at the roadside stall (#wip) as long as it remains in season. Still not convinced on the textured vase, for those of you who follow my #bts stories you might remember I glazed only part of the outside to see how it felt texturally. I do like the shape however, and the size is ...perfect for these #flowertrimmings from my larger bunches #nowaste . . Happy Saturday . . Megs x . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #wheelthrown #texturedvase #seasonalproduce #roadsidestall #adelaidehillsroadsidestalls #delight #whiteflowers #localproduce #noglyphosate #glyphosatefree #happysaturday #lovemegsx #beefriendly #beefriendlygarden #beefood # #wastefree See more

09.01.2022 'Sun' plant labels have finally made it over to @recreatecommunity, along with the 'Stake' labels they are all made from reclaimed clay (leftovers from other makes, collected over years in tubs and then processed to a usable state). All made in my solar powered (and 100% rainwater fed) studio, in the Adelaide Hills (Peramangk) . . The Sun labels are designed to be used with upcycled wire, like unused wire coat hangers, or old fencing wire like I've used here. Don't fret if yo...u don't have any of your own, have a rummage out the back of Recreate in their Reusable area, I'm sure you'll find something . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #clay #handcraftedpottery #adelaidehillspotter #claylabels #rawclay #bisque #bisqueware #handstamped #recreate #community #shoplocal #supportlocal #barossa #adelaidehills #peramangk See more

09.01.2022 Its incredibly satisfying drinking the morning coffee from a cup and saucer that I made with my very own hands. The tray was actually meant to be for a planter, which ended up working better in a hanger, so I had this little one sitting idle for at least a couple of weeks, before I realised she was the perfect fit for my handmade mug . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #handmadecupandsaucer #morningcoffee #gardenpathway #handmademug #pinchpot #pinchpotmug #adelaidehills #madeinsa #adelaidehillspotter #adelaidehillsstudio #thingsarepeopletoo

06.01.2022 Pinchpot vase and teabag dish. There's a few moments of pause where I'm trying to figure out what I want to do/do next. These two poppits have a long journey ahead of them, and I feel like they may belong together so I may just have to sell them as a set if they both make it through the remaining processes unscathed . . Explore Clay classes - details in Classes highlight. Workshop at Recreate this Saturday, link .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #timelapseceramics #timelapse #teabagdish #pinchpot #pinchpotvase #potteryofinstagram #makersofinstagram #adelaidemaker #adelaidehillsmaker #creativetherapy #greyclay #ceramics #slowmaker #slowdecor #handcrafteddecor See more

06.01.2022 Update SOLD pics 2 (&3) 7... In an effort to do some self promotion (there's still 2 days afterall), here are a few things I have left for last minute local purchase from my home studio (I have a few more pieces but it's dinner time here so...) Instagram stories has prices. If you can't access or want more info regarding sizes and pickup / delivery options (for the next 2 days) send me a DM Thanks to everyone who has followed, liked and commented this year, its been amazing having you along for the ride, and getting to know some of you a little bit more. I really do appreciate all the feedback and support, it has kept me going on those shittier days Love Megs (and Bessie) xx . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handcraftedpottery #wheelthrown #lastminutegifts #localbusiness #localmade #localcustomers #adelaidehills #madeinadelaide #buylocal #peramangk #lovemegsx #megsandbessie #bessiethekiln #smallbatchmaker #slowbusiness #glaze #ceramics #pottersofinstagram #adelaidehillspotter #adelaidehillsstudio #adelaidemaker #claylove

06.01.2022 Winter here again, in the middle of spring?, perhaps just to remind us that nothing is permanent . . Hope your weekend was pleasant .... . M x . . #forestroadau #forestroad #feelslikewinter #glasshouse #atrium #flanderspoppy #rasberries #rustygate #secondhandfurniture #mypatch #pleasantwood #productivepatch #forestroadstudio #learningaswego #lifelonglearning #studioviews #homegrownproduce #nospray #glyphosatefree #everymomentpasses #nothingispermanent See more

05.01.2022 Here is the finished handmade bowl from the 'coils' highlight. You can see some other angles in todays stories, theres a beautiful red earthy section on the other side that happened all by itself during the cooking. Some would call it an error. I call it handmade uniqueness and imperfect perfection. Yay for the weekend and some sunshine . Take care of yourselves and be kind . . M x .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #coilbuilt #coilbowl #uniqueness #imperfectperfection #handmadeinadelaide #adelaidehillsmaker #bekind #ifyoucantbekindbequiet #whiteglaze #spreadkindess See more

05.01.2022 I have much work to do. I am committed to listening and learning and figuring out ways I can support the Indigenous peoples of this land and islands. Now and always . . I choose this not only for myself, but also the one human for whom I am responsible, my child, so that I can share the truths (and mistruths) I have already learnt, and together we can learn some new ones. .... . This piece is from my Reconciliation Week Traditional Art workshop. I have painted my background (adjusted slightly from my what I showed in stories), and now I will paint the symbols which add to the story. David, my teacher, has shared with us his techniques and symbols used from his country (for our personal use only). This weeks class we will learn how to fill in the background with colour and dots, its the part I'm most looking forward to. I'll share progress in stories . . #forestroadau #forestroadstudioandstore #lifelonglearning #listeningandlearning #reconciliationweek #traditionalartworkshop See more

05.01.2022 Calendula & a milk bottle vase in grey. Happy Saturday . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #wheelthrown #calendula #milkbottle #vase #handmadevase #adelaidehills #adelaidemaker #australianmade #madeinsa #orange #orangeflowers #orangeandgrey

05.01.2022 A canister with some seahorses. They're a gentle reminder to use less single use plastic (because, oceanfriends). Also, the canister is handbuilt using pinchpot techniques and therefore - 'the lid fits perfectly if you line the seahorses up' - is a worthwhile feature . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #seahorse #seahorsecanister #uselessplastic #oceanfriends #adelaidehills #adelaidehillspotter

05.01.2022 Open this Friday. 10 - 2pm. Physical distancing measures have changed slightly as the store is now indoors. Weather forecast is for Sunny so next in liners can wait patiently in our garden. Check insta stories later today for new stock. (I'd show you now but I'm sitting in a carpark on South Road with my car full of goodies and supplies) . . #forestroadau #forestroad #teenytinyshopfronts #adelaidehillsstudiostore #adelaidehills #visitadelaidehills #shopwindow #storefront #makerstudio #smallbusiness #supportlocal #handcraftedpottery #claylife #indoorplantsofinstagram #healthyaddiction

04.01.2022 There's still some spots left for this Saturdays workshop at Recreate. The link is . I love the garden puns like this one at Sophies Patch. Or here are some other ideas used by previous class participants: . A reminder for yourself ('Just Breathe', 'don't sweat the small stuff') . A memorial tablet for a loved one (human or animal...or perhaps even plant?)... . Name plates or birthdates of loved ones (children etc) . Gate signage ('please close the gate', 'mind the duck poo', 'beware the rooster' etc) . Outbuilding labels ('mum's shed', 'potting bench', 'hen house') . In the workshop you will make 2 tablets similar size to the one in the photo. You can add text, botanical imprints or use found objects to imprint into your clay canvas. The class will focus on mindful making, a chance to have some creative therapy time for yourself, or you and a friend . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #redclay #recreatecommunity #recreate #mindfulmaking #creativetherapy #claytablet #justbreathe #gentlereminder #friendlyreminder #henhouse #outbuildings See more

04.01.2022 Wheel thrown vase with aqua rim. Verbena from the garden . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #wheelthrown #aqua #verbena #purpleflowers #upcycled #adelaidehills #adelaidehillspotter #makerswillmake #handcrafted #tinshed

03.01.2022 Labels heading to @recreatecommunity . I've made them using recycled clay (follow insta stories for my recycling methods) and they double as oil diffusers for the giftee (a few drops on the front or back), or just a sweet and permanent hanging reminder of your thoughtful gift . .... Thankyou labels are ideal for that neighbour or coworker who did you an absolute solid this year, and With Love's are for them cosy feels . . Take care o' you (you know the movie?) . . Megs & Bessie x . . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #clay #bessiethekiln #bessietheskutt #claylabels #ecotags #adelaidemaker #takecareoyou #classicmoviequotes #withlove #ecochristmas #festivus #didyouasolid #solarstudio #offgridstudio #localmade #slowbusiness #slowmaker #makeitslowmakeitfashun #megsandbessie #sweetandpermanent See more

02.01.2022 3 pairs left. Thankyou . Previous post for details, earrings highlight to view the remaining pairs from this run . . #forestroadau #forestroad #earrings #adelaidemakers #handmadejewelry #leafearrings #changeiseverywhere #autumnleaves #symbolicart #clayearrings #slowmaker #slowbusiness #supportlocalmakers

01.01.2022 Homegrown plants in a handmade planter. I'm definitely going to experiment more with blacks and greys because I love the way they contrast with plant foliage. Hope your Wednesday is tolerable . . . M x .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #wheelthrown #adelaidehills #adelaidehillspotter #peramangk #homegrownplants #handmadeplanter #humpday #blackandgreen #greyandgreen See more

01.01.2022 This little mini made it safe and sound (double boxed no less) to its new gorgeous beachside home in NZ. I love seeing where my makes end up, and to know that it will now spend its days adorning all the sills and tables, and housing beautiful little blooms, has made my month. Make that year x . . #forestroadau #forestroad #wheelthrown #minivase #oceanhues #lavender #b1andb2 #friendsforlife #nz #adelaidemaker #adelaidehillsmaker #mademyyear

01.01.2022 I'll be over here replacing plastic with clay one label at a time. Not sure how the twine will hold up, its trial and error really. I can always try tshirt yarn, and if that doesn't last very long either we have a collection of old plastic coated wire from the old land-line telephone days we can try . . The original plastic label from this tree will go inside the potting shed where I can refer to the growing info when required, they last much longer out of the elements .... . #forestroadau #forestroad #pottery #handmadepottery #clay #clayplantlabels #claylabels #plantlabels #reduceplasticwaste #nectarine #nectarinepeacharine #stonefruit #summerfruit #homegrownfruit #mypatch #peramangk See more