I'm writing this (super-sad-to-me) post because I've discovered some details about the material I use to apply the drawings on the dishes/spoons, and I wanted to make sure any past, current or future customers have all the information on these items. I have posted a page on the migration goods website, and am about to update the item pages.
The info page is here: http://migration.bigcartel.com/important-ceramics-info
Basically the paint has been tested to be non-toxic but isn't certified so I can't guarantee that it's food-safe. This is an issue more with the plates with large design areas on them, and most of all with the spoons -- extra friction from use or even temperature if you are planning on hot foods. It is of course a personal choice but I cannot tell you they're food-safe.
This issue does not affect use of mugs or bowls or any other items with designs only on the exteriors. And of course if you are using your ceramics for decorative purposes only, this doesn't affect your items either. Going forward, all pieces with designs on contact surfaces will be clearly marked "not recommended for food use".
I'm mortified that my rush & excitement over getting these new items out before the holidays allowed me to overlook this issue. This is not the standard that I hold myself or my products too, and I'm so so sorry.
For anyone who made purchases in December of 2013 planning on using their items for food, I have made a trade-in/upgrade/refund offer, which is open to anyone who made their purchase believing it to be food-safe. That offer is also on the information page here. Any other questions can also be made directly through the contact page.
Again, my apologies. This is certainly not how I wanted to start off in 2014. I will do better!
This issue does not affect use of mugs or bowls or any other items with designs only on the exteriors. And of course if you are using your ceramics for decorative purposes only, this doesn't affect your items either. Going forward, all pieces with designs on contact surfaces will be clearly marked "not recommended for food use".
I'm mortified that my rush & excitement over getting these new items out before the holidays allowed me to overlook this issue. This is not the standard that I hold myself or my products too, and I'm so so sorry.
For anyone who made purchases in December of 2013 planning on using their items for food, I have made a trade-in/upgrade/refund offer, which is open to anyone who made their purchase believing it to be food-safe. That offer is also on the information page here. Any other questions can also be made directly through the contact page.
Again, my apologies. This is certainly not how I wanted to start off in 2014. I will do better!
