Using the pregnant belly as a mold, a slab or thin sheet of clay is stretched over a pregnant belly to create an organic bowl form. Each belly bowl is customized from shape to colors, with an inscription of the baby’s name and date of birth on the bottom of the bowl. The bowls are made toward the end of the pregnancy, to create a commemorative yet functional piece.
Looking for a baby shower gift? Belly Bowl gift certificates are available at the Leaning Tree Studio.
Studio Appointments
$320 for 2 bowls
For women who come to the studio, we make 2 bowls. Working with clay can be unpredictable, so this is just to ensure that at least one bowl comes out well. However, the success rate has been great so chances are that women will get 2 bowls.
Bowls made from a Plaster Cast
$220 for 1 bowl
For women who do not live close enough to come to the studio, a bowl can be made from from a plaster cast. Women can easily make a plaster cast from a kit that will be used as a mold to form the bowl. Contact Jen for more information at leaningtreestudiovt@gmail.com for details.