Is Clay in Motion Made in USA?
Last checked Nov 7, 2026 · 3 verified products · see the evidence
Verdict · checked Nov 1, 2026
Yes
Clay in Motion pottery is handmade at the family's own studio in Milton-Freewater, Oregon, just south of Walla Walla, Washington. The homepage reads "Proudly Made in USA." The About page says that Bob and Corina Neher, who set up the studio in 1981, divide the work so that "Bob does the throwing and firing while Corina works on the glazing and decorating."
| Product line | Made in | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Handwarmer mugs, handled mugs and other stoneware | Milton-Freewater, OR | Made in USA |
| Baking dishes, serving pieces and table settings | Milton-Freewater, OR | Made in USA |
The studio also says it mixes its own glazes: "They prepare and mix all their own glazes in order to control the contents." Each piece is fired at 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit and is described as lead free and safe for the dishwasher, oven and microwave. We found no imported product lines on the site.
How we checked: On 2026-11-01 we read Clay in Motion's homepage, About page and FAQ on clayinmotion.com.
Sources: Clay in Motion homepage: "Proudly Made in USA" · Clay in Motion About: family studio in Milton-Freewater, OR since 1981 · Clay in Motion FAQ: located in Milton-Freewater, Oregon; lead free
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Manufacturing Details
- Made in
- Milton-Freewater, OR
- Headquarters
- Milton-Freewater, OR
- Location detail
- Specific city confirmed
- History
- Long record of US manufacturing
- Founded
- 1981
How we verified Clay in Motion
Most recent check: Nov 7, 2026
From the brand's website
US-manufacturing statement found on clayinmotion.com · checked Nov 6, 2026
Store listings
We read the live store listing for 3 of the 3 Clay in Motion products on this page (most recently Nov 7, 2026). All of them state US origin on the listing itself:
- “Made in USA” on Clay in Motion Handmade Ceramic Mug 24 oz, Large Coffee Mug, Hand Painted Stoneware, Dishwasher Microwave & Ov
- “Made in USA” on Clay in Motion Hand Warmer Coffee Mug – Handmade Coffee Mug With Comfortable Handle Contoured Pocket Hand Warm
- “Made in USA” on Clay in Motion Handmade Ceramic Mug 16 oz, Medium Coffee Mug, Hand Painted Stoneware, Dishwasher Microwave & O
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About Clay in Motion
Clay in Motion is Bob and Corina Neher's pottery studio in Milton-Freewater, Oregon, where they have thrown, glazed and fired handmade stoneware mugs and bakeware since 1981.
Two potters on Highway 11
Bob and Corina Neher set up Clay in Motion in 1981, the same year they married. The studio sits at 85301 Highway 11 in Milton-Freewater, Oregon, just south of Walla Walla, Washington, at the edge of the Blue Mountains. Bob does the throwing and firing and Corina does the glazing and decorating. Both took up pottery in high school.
The homepage says the pottery is made in the USA, and every piece is made at the studio. The Nehers mix all of their own glazes so they control what goes into them.
The Handwarmer and the Apple Torte
The studio makes more than 100 pieces of high-fire stoneware, all its own designs. The best seller is the Handwarmer mug, a six-inch mug with a pocket in the side for your hand, made in right- and left-handed versions. The Apple Torte bowl is a baking dish with the recipe stamped on the bottom, and a smaller Apple Bowl nests inside it.
Each piece is fired at 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit and is lead free and safe in the dishwasher, oven and microwave. Beyond tableware the studio also makes garden sculptures, cremation urns and dental cuspidors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clay in Motion made in the USA?
Yes. Clay in Motion is made in the United States, with manufacturing in Milton-Freewater, OR. Family-owned pottery studio (Bob and Corina Neher) established 1981 in Milton-Freewater, Oregon. Website states products are 'Proudly Made in USA' and describes handmade production at the company's own Oregon studio. No import/overseas language found; address and founding year both confirmed on site.
Where is Clay in Motion made?
Clay in Motion is made in Milton-Freewater, OR. The company is headquartered in Milton-Freewater, OR.
Which Clay in Motion products are made in the USA?
The site lists 3 verified American-made Clay in Motion products in Home & Kitchen. Each one links to a store that sells it.
Is Clay in Motion pottery made in the USA?
Yes. Every piece is handmade at the family's studio at 85301 Hwy 11, Milton-Freewater, Oregon, and the site says "Proudly Made in USA."
Is Clay in Motion pottery lead free?
Yes. The studio says each piece is fired at 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit and is lead free, and safe for the dishwasher, oven and microwave. It mixes its own glazes to control what goes into them.
Will my mug look exactly like the photo?
Not exactly. Clay in Motion says that because each piece is handmade, color, shape and size will be "close but not exact."