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Mato Wheat Stalk Butter Crock

Keep butter fresh and spreadable the traditional French way with this fabulous, handcrafted crock. Made from natural clay and finished with a rich, dark teal glaze, this two-piece set is both functional and beautiful. The lid features a striking half-glazed design with two hand-carved wheat stalks, while the inner butter bell and the top of the base are fully glazed for easy cleaning. Four delicately carved wheat stalks adorn the unglazed base, bringing a warm, earthy texture to your table or countertop. A harmonious blend of rustic charm and artisan detail, this crock keeps your butter soft, flavorful and always ready to serve. A Ten Thousand Villages Exclusive handcrafted in Nepal.

Watch this brief video on how to use a butter bell/crock.

How to use a Butter Crock

  • Soften Butter: Allow a stick of butter to sit at room temperature until it’s soft enough to mold.
  • Pack Butter: Press the softened butter firmly into the lid of the crock, dividing it into segments if necessary.
  • Add Water: Pour a small amount of cold water into the base of the crock.
  • Seal Crock: Invert the lid and submerge it into the base, creating an airtight seal that keeps the butter fresh.
  • Store and Enjoy: Place the butter crock on your countertop for easy access to spreadable butter.

HANDCRAFTED IN NEPAL

  • Materials: Clay, glaze
  • Measures: 3"D x 3"H
  • Colors: Tan, Dark Teal
  • Care: Rinse immediately after each use, soak if necessary. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

SKU: 5909320

THE MAKERS

Mahaguthi markets the handicrafts of more than 1,000 Nepali artisans working in 150 workshops. Most of the artisans are from remote and mountainous areas; among them 85 percent are women who use traditional craft skills while working in their own home. Mahaguthi focus is to promote the well-being of artisans, to provide employment and to embrace and promote the principles of fair trade. Artisans receive medical and education allowances, paid leave and maternity leave. Mahaguthi parent organization was founded in 1926 with the objective of making the poor self-reliant. The founder was exiled to India and worked with Mahatma Gandhi before returning to Nepal to do rehabilitation work with women and their children. Mahaguthi began marketing crafts in 1984 to support a program for destitute women and children. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased products from Mahaguthi since 2000.
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