Object of Desire: A French Farmhouse Vase, from Vermont

In Woodstock, Vermont potters Zoe and James Zilian of Farmhouse Pottery rely on “simple tools and strong beliefs in process and authenticity” to create beautifully useful objects. Their two-handled ceramic confit jar (available in two sizes) has the perfect proportions to support a summer floral arrangement.

An armful of wildflowers would look lovely. So does a bunch of peonies, as shown above and arranged by Oregon-based flower grower Erin Benzakein of Floret Flowers:

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Above: Available in two sizes (medium and large) from Farmhouse Pottery, the medium Farmhouse Pottery Confit Jar also is available for $295 from Floret Flowers.

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Above: See more of Erin Benzakein’s flowers at Ask the Expert: 7 Tips to Grow Cut Flowers in a Tiny Garden, from Floret Farm.

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Above: Both sizes of the wheel-thrown Confit Jar also are available directly from Farmhouse Pottery for from $295 to $425 depending on size.

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