by Jackie Buddie

Jun 17, 2025

Let the handcrafted and vibrantly painted pieces from this whimsical shop be a bright spot on your shelves, walls, and tabletop.

Assortment of ceramic wall art and flower dishes from Etsy shop, itsmemlove.
Photo by: Cielle Agency

In our Featured Shop series, we shine a light on a standout shop from Etsy’s talented seller community, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at their process and story. This month, it's all about cheerful ceramics from itsmemlove.

Alt text: Itsmemlove. Seller: Ayşe Yayla. What she sells: Joyful hand-painted ceramic homewares and decor. Studio location: Ankara, Türkiye. Fun fact: In the studio, Ayşe’s older son Ali will sit next to her and sculpt his own little pieces out of clay. And sometimes she packs orders with one hand while holding her baby with the other.

Ceramic artist Ayşe Yayla, posed next to her kiln, holding a tulip-shaped spoon rest and a plate painted with a femme face. SHOP: Tulip spoon rest ($138) and face plate (from $78) from itsmemlove

Ceramic artist Ayşe Yayla with her two young children, holding three of her ceramic pieces. SHOP: Ceramic wall art (from $205) and flower dish (from $79) from itsmemlove

Sometimes, more is actually more when it comes to home decor. More color. More pizzazz. More joy packed into the items we encounter every day. It could be as simple as the mug you love to grip as you sip your morning brew, the wall art that winks back at you on your way out the door, or the bedside tray where you stack your rings at the end of a long day. For ceramist Ayşe Yayla—the Türkiye-based artist behind handmade homewares shop itsmemlove—these small moments of merriment are the inspiration behind every cheerful and imaginative sculpture, cup, and plate she creates. Ayşe explains, “I love having objects in my living space that make me happy, that make me feel good when I look at or touch them.”

Whether you opt for a zesty red pomodoro spoon rests or a petite porcelain mug, each hand-painted piece in Ayşe’s collection celebrates a vibrant world full of wonder and whimsy. “I especially enjoy using lots of colors, particularly those that make me happy,” Ayşe says. The joyful colors that coat her collection are designed to lift your spirits. She adds, “In the midst of daily routines, interacting with such objects gives me renewed energy.” Lovingly decorated with confetti-flecked florals, playful party animals, and charming city dwellers, Ayşe’s one-of-a-kind clay wares just might deliver to your decor the refreshing pop of dopamine you’ve been looking for.

Read on to meet the full cast of Ayşe’s hand-painted ceramic characters, and shop highly collectible, giftable home goods from the itsmemlove collection.

Ceramic ring dish, wall sculptures, and flower dishes from itsmemlove on white shelf. SHOP: Ceramic wall art from itsmemlove, $205

Collection of handmade and hand-painted plates from Etsy shop, itsmemlove, lined up on a white shelf. SHOP: Handmade painted plates from itsmemlove, from $78

Hand with ceramic wall sculpture of an animal with a party hat, above a packed kiln. SHOP: Cute ceramic wall sculpture from itsmemlove, $205

Ceramic artist Ayşe Yayla in her studio holding a stack of three hand-painted mugs with femme faces. SHOP: Mugs from the “locals” collection from itsmemlove, from $59

“I wish I could draw like my son—both in terms of freedom and the way he draws his lines. Sometimes I actually take inspiration from his drawings.”

Ayşe Yayla sitting by her son making ceramic art together in her studio.

Four ceramic plates arranged on a table cloth. Each plate is hand painted with fruit and text: mirtillo, arancia, prugna verde, pomodoro. SHOP: Hand-painted plates from itsmemlove, $105

Black-and white splattered flower-shaped dish. SHOP: Speckled flower dish from itsmemlove, $87

Why itsmemlove should be on your radar

Combining her background in illustration and graphic design with her steadily growing ceramics practice, Ayşe has built a charming homewares line that’s as much about the image in the paint as the tactile quality of the clay. “I aim for each piece to have its own vibrant character and personality, so that when someone sees or touches it, they feel a connection,” Ayşe says. Her distinctive aesthetic adds tangible layers of levity to any space.

To make a room feel uniquely you, Ayşe recommends treating her pieces as both art and functional objects—and allowing yourself to get creative. “From what I see in interior design right now, there’s no single ‘right’ way anymore,” Ayşe says, “and I think that’s the fun part.” Creating a cute little minimalist moment? “Hang a colorful plate against a neutral wall or use a vibrant mug as a desk organizer,” she suggests. “This lets their hues pop and become focal points.” Craving a more maximalist effect? Mix 3D wall art and wall plates with paintings, posters, and decorative objects on your wall. “By balancing busy patterns with solids, and regularly changing what’s on display,” the artist says, “you’ll create a lively, personal space where each piece truly shines.”

Creature with a party hat ceramic wall sculpture by itsmemlove on Etsy. SHOP: Party dog wall art from itsmemlove, $205

Colorful assortment of flower-shaped ceramic dishes on a pink background. SHOP: Flower spoon rests from itsmemlove, from $79

Closeup hands cutting a flower shape from a slab of clay. SHOP: Flower dishes (in progress) from itsmemlove, from $79

Work table with flower dish in-progress and a pink flower-shaped dish by itsmemlove on Etsy. SHOP: Flower spoon rests from itsmemlove, from $79

Colorful assortment of ceramic salt and pepper shakers with a spiraling line pattern, on a pink background. SHOP: Salt and pepper shakers from itsmemlove, $78 each

The best itsmemlove pieces for memorable gifting

Treat yourself to a sweet little something from the itsmemlove collection—say, a swirled salt or pepper shaker or a bashful “beanie girl” coaster—and any day is going to feel like your birthday. But if you have a more specific occasion or a special someone in mind, there are plenty of thoughtful ways to gift (and even personalize!) one of Ayşe’s ceramic treasures. Painted plates, featuring fruits, faces, and florals, can be used for serving or as wall decor, and they’re an ideal gift for art and design lovers. Ayşe’s signature line of “locals” coffee cups make a meaningful keepsake for travelers or those with a connection to a specific place. For a kids’ room, nursery, or new baby, we love the “Happy Mouse” wall sculpture, winner of the Etsy Design Awards. “It adds a gentle, whimsical vibe that children love,” Ayşe says. Looking for a delightful everyday present? “A small, hand-painted ceramic dish is a charming gift for mothers, teachers, or friends—something lovely and useful at once,” Ayşe says. Even better? Her illustrated spoon rests and trinket dishes can be personalized with a name, special date, or short message for an extra-sentimental effect.

Ayşe Yayla holding her SHOP: “Happy Mouse” wall art from itsmemlove, $350

Ayşe Yayla sanding her unglazed SHOP: “Happy Mouse” wall art from itsmemlove, $350

Hand holding white plate with retro red flower pattern against a pink wall. SHOP: Red floral plate from itsmemlove, $113

Orange and lime green tulip-shaped ceramic spoon rest. SHOP: Orange tulip spoon rest from itsmemlove, $138

The artist sitting on a green sofa and holding three hand-painted character plates with text: SHOP: Hand-painted plates from itsmemlove, from $78

Tiny blue speckled flower-shaped dish on pink background. SHOP: Small blue flower dish from itsmemlove, $49

The artist sitting at her packing station, with two hand-painted plates hanging on the wall behind her.

In her own words

“I draw inspiration from many places, but mostly from everyday life and the emotions I experience. When I feel a particular emotion intensely, I sometimes reflect it in the characters on my products. Besides that, I observe my surroundings carefully and pay close attention. Any kind of object, figure, or decor can inspire me.”

Ceramic ring dish with a rosy-cheeked face. SHOP: Ring dish from itsmemlove, $95

The artist painting pink on the cheeks of a cute ceramic animal face wall sculpture with a party hat.

“Etsy customers are so kind and thoughtful—they make me feel as warm and genuine as my family and friends. I’m very grateful to them.”

Hands peeling a heart-shaped,

Handmade plate from itsmemlove on Etsy hand-painted with vivid red apple and scalloped edge. SHOP: Handpainted pomme plate from itsmemlove, $111

Ayşe Yayla packaging an order from her Etsy shop, itsmemlove.

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Portraits and workspace photos by Cielle Agency. Product photography courtesy of itsmemlove.

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