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Although Donald has
always been an artist, he decided in 1988 to take a years course on pottery
and when it finished he took another year until he decided to try his
luck with a business which was opened in December 1990. It was only through
doing craft fairs and listening to the requests of the public that the
“ Methil Moggie” was born. It seems that people cannot get
enough of cats, so when the Moggie came along it was very different from
anything they had seen before and that is still the same today. They are
unique to themselves, and because everyone is made by hand they will remain
that way.
The “ Methil Moggie” now comes with its own Legend ;
The Methil moggie is a direct descendant of the legendary McMoggie who
was a warrior cat of some repute
Legend has it that McMoggie disposed of 1026 dogs single handedly in the
town of Methil centuries ago. Over the span of time these cats have lost
their fierceness and are now the loveable rogues and rascals that we know
as the “ Methil Moggies”. Legends such as this are rife in
the Kingdom of Fife.
Many more characters such as Mutts,pigs,highland cattle,ponies,bears,
scenic plaques just to name a few, can be seen at our new premises in
Balbirnie Park.Visitors are always welcome to see how they are made, and
learn about the type of clay used and the firing process.
A selection of oil and acrylic paintings are also on view at the pottery.
Pottery classes now
being held at the studio on various days and at various times. Parent
with child classes being held. Contact Donald for more information.
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