Finding ceramic supplies in Nova Scotia used to be a significant challenge for many artists and potters in the community, but now there is a fantastic new supplier located in the Halifax Regional Municipality known as BESTKINDMUDSHOP. This new addition is a welcome resource for all creators in the field. We invite all members of our guild to support local businesses and obtain their essential and bulk order supplies directly through their store or website.

How does it work?

Check the website and search for what you want. You can order online for in-store pick-up, shop in-store, or have things shipped to your home. If the items you want aren’t there, send Lisa (owenr of BMKS) a list or image of your cart and she’ll get back to you about getting it.

All emails should go to lisa@bestkindmudshop.com

Lisa will then proceed to order your items as part of her regular monthly inventory order through either Tucker’s or PSH. This ordering process takes place at least once every month. You’ll receive your invoice before the order goes through, unless it pertains to an item that’s already stocked; in that case, you can conveniently buy it in advance online or simply purchase it when it becomes restocked.

Make sure to keep an eye out on their social media platforms or the website for updated information regarding bulk order dates. Once your items arrive, you can pick them up at your convenience from their retail store, which is located at 945 Cole Harbour Road.

Pricing: To get an idea of the pricing for various items, please check out their website. Notably, you don’t pay a full shipping fee, as most items end up being priced right around retail or very close to it. There is, however, a slight mark-up for large bags of raw chemicals—you can view examples of this pricing on the website. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Lisa.

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