Handcrafted since 1985
The Pret a Pot Story
Our story
A Legacy in Ceramics
From garden pots to a world of handmade ceramics.
1985
Today
Our Story
A Legacy in Ceramics
From Garden Pots to Global Artistry
Pret-a-pot was founded in 1985 by Nicole Kingston’s parents, who began as a humble manufacturer of traditional garden pots. Over the years, Nicole has transformed Pret-a-pot from its small beginnings into a maker of artisanal ceramics. Under her leadership, the company has embraced innovation while staying true to its roots in craftsmanship and sustainability. Today, our handmade ceramics blend tradition with contemporary design.
Explore our values
Our Values and Vision
We are driven by a passion for creating beautiful, handcrafted ceramics that bring joy into everyday life. Our core values centre around quality, ethical manufacturing, and sustainability. We believe in the collective ability of our dedicated team, with every artisan’s contribution valued. Flexibility and adaptability are key to our approach — we listen to our customers and develop unique products tailored to specific markets.
“I, Nicole, aim to enhance living spaces worldwide with creativity, aesthetics, and ethically produced works of art.”
Our Team
How it’s made
How We Do It
The process of how our ceramics come to life.
Shaping
Our process begins with carefully prepared clay. Skilled artisans shape each piece by hand or using traditional moulds, creating the form that gives every pot its character. From the curve of a bowl to the handle of a mug, it all starts here.
Glazing
Once shaped and dried, our ceramics are ready for colour. Custom glazes bring texture, depth and a protective finish, while hand-painted details give each piece its own personality. Small variations are part of what makes handmade special.
Firing
The pieces are fired in our kilns at high temperatures, transforming clay and glaze into lasting ceramics. We often fire overnight, carefully controlling the conditions to achieve the finish we are looking for. Finally, each piece is ready to find its place in your home.
Our collection
Shop Our Products
Explore our handmade collection of ceramic pieces, each one designed to bring warmth, texture and a little personality into your home.
Shop our collectionWhat sets us apart
Why Choose Us
Hand Made Quality
Product
Sustainable & Ethical
Manufacturing
Well-Designed
Product
Come and find us
Our Locations
Our story is rooted in South Africa. Visit our Gqeberha factory, where our ceramics are made, or explore the collection at our store in Plettenberg Bay.
Gqeberha Factory
Head officeThe heart of Pret-a-pot. Clay is prepared, shaped, glazed and fired here, bringing each piece to life through the hands of our artisans.
13 Sydenham Road, SydenhamGqeberha, Eastern CapeFind the factory
Plettenberg Bay Store
RetailOur flagship store sits in Old Nick Village. Explore our handcrafted ceramics in person, surrounded by the village’s shops, gardens and creative community.
Old Nick VillagePlettenberg Bay, Western CapeFind the store
Get in touch with us
Contact Us
We’d love to hear from you — wholesale enquiries, custom commissions or a question about a piece.
- Phone
- (041) 484-4986
- Studio
- 13 Sydenham Road
Gqeberha, South Africa