I come from a family with coastal roots—half Mangalorean and half Malayali. In both cultures, coconuts are just part of everyday life. We cook with them, drink from them, use the oil, and even find ways to reuse the shells. They’ve always been around.

This tumbler is my way of bringing a little bit of that into my work. It’s fully functional to drink from, but it’s shaped and textured to look like a coconut shell. I especially like the rough texture on the outside—it gives the tumbler a really comfortable grip while keeping the inside smooth to drink from.

It’s a simple piece, but one that reminds me of home every time I pick it up.

Size: H7cm W10cm
Medium: Stoneware
Artist: Pareecca Jaysen