Hand-formed glass jars from the THIRST series make pouring a sacred ritual

Maarja Mäemets presents hand-formed glass watering cans

THIRST by Maarja Mäemets offers expertly crafted, mold-blown and hand-formed Glass Watering cans that highlight the beauty and versatility of the material. This collection transforms watering into a sacred ritual, combining functionality with aesthetics in everyday objects. It embodies the synergy of collective flow, craftsmanship and creative vision. Inspired by the metaphor of nurture and growth, the series symbolizes the importance of watering and cultivating aspects of life that deserve attention. Each piece serves as a reminder to stay present, embrace abundance and live a life full of purpose and meaning.

all images by Triinu Kööba, unless otherwise stated

each piece in the THIRST series has its own name and its own background story

Each piece in the collection is approximately 250 mm high and has a base diameter of 140 mm. The series includes two editions: THIRST 2.0 (2024) and THIRST 1.0 (2023), each consisting of 10 individual pieces by Maarja Mäemets. Each object has a name and its own backstory, such as XENA, symbolizing darkness and strength; CHARIOT, representing determination and drive; RICO, embodying a mindset of abundance; IVY, a muse of devotion and loyalty; JUICY, a charmer who attracts like pure honey; and DOLLY, a gentle presence with hidden strength. These watering cans are the result of a collaboration between the Estonian glass artist and the glassblowers Aleksandra and Martin Ehrensvärd from the Stockholm Glasbruk studio in Sweden.

Maarja Mäemets transforms watering into a sacred ritual | Glass watering can from the THIRST 1.0 series

THIRST combines functionality and aesthetics in everyday objects | JUICY glass watering can

Collective flow, craftsmanship and creative vision are presented in the series | XENA glass watering can