About Muhamors
Muhamors as brand began around 2007, founded by me — Dace Pavliņa (ex Draveniece).
The name wasn’t chosen by chance — muhamors means amanita, a symbol of something bold, witty, and unforgettable. That’s exactly what Muhamors stands for.
In the early days, Muhamors lived in a small but very stylish shop on the corner of Baznīcas and Lāčplēša Streets. There you could find mushroom lamps, hookahs, and other unique creations that stood out from traditional ceramics. We were actually the first in Latvia to introduce tagines — and they quickly became a hit!
Later, the shop evolved into Ziemeļmeita, and in 2019 it passed into new hands. Still, people kept coming back, asking, “Where’s Muhamors?”
After 2020, Muhamors seemed to vanish — no more markets, no online store, no social media. But behind the scenes, we had moved to the U.S. market, where strong demand and a
The Process
From a lump of clay to a finished piece — it’s a patient and carefully sequenced journey.
First, the clay is divided into separate portions to ensure even sizes. Then comes wheel-throwing — the fastest stage of the process, though mastering that speed takes years of practice. Skilled potters are becoming a rare breed — finding a truly good one is not easy anymore.
After throwing, the pieces are dried, then bisque-fired, followed by glazing and hand-painting. Every item is painted by hand, with only a few designs using decals.
The final firing takes place, and at last the dish is ready. Our dishes are fired at a temperature of 1040 degrees. The dishes are very practical and pleasant to use.”
Education
Working with ceramics is a truly magical craft.
It’s no wonder there are so many pottery studios in Riga — ceramics is no longer just a countryside pastime. Wheel-throwing feels almost like meditation; it releases feel-good hormones, and the touch of clay brings a deep sense of calm. That’s why both children and adults love getting their hands in the clay — it’s simply a joyful process.
I learned the art of ceramics at the Riga Design and Art School (RDMV) — a strong, formative environment that shaped not only my craft but also my character. The people I met there are still part of my life today.
When I graduated, I thought I was done with ceramics — enough of the mud, the dust, and the messy hands and clothes! So, at the Art Academy, I chose the most refined department I could — Visual Communication, essentially advertising. There I learned computer graphics, and even while studying, I began working in advertising agencies — and I absolutely loved it.
Advertising taught me to generate countless ideas every day, to photograph, film, and create graphic design. But after fifteen years of intense work, I was completely exhausted. So, I bought a pottery wheel and a kiln, set up a small studio in Ragaciems, and left my well-paid job behind.
That’s how the journey of Muhamors began.
Today, the brand has grown — I have a small team, and we now work across several markets, mainly in the U.S. and Germany, though Latvia will always be closest to my heart.
The time I spent selling at local markets remains one of the most wonderful chapters of my life — even if it didn’t bring great profit, the sense of fulfillment stays with me to this day.
We’re creating, growing, and hoping that you’ll fall in love with Muhamors too!