Riffle Pottery

We spent an afternoon visiting the pottery and it was well worth our time. Even though the shop is somewhat off the beaten path, it was a very informative visit with Larry, the owner and potter. His pottery is beautiful and has been used in many establishments, including the White House. What we enjoyed the most is his love for his craft and how he shares it with others.

Shop was not opened when we arrived. Larry's wife came out, gave us his number and said to call. So..we did and within 5 minutes he was there with a smile to open the doors to his wonderful shop. He asks "you want the tour first or shop". We were so surprised, got the tour along with Larry's interesting stories of pottery and history alike. Beautiful working pottery in his store. Thoroughly enjoyed our day....for out of staters, the drive was well worth the time.

Larry Riffle is a wonderful potter. I love going to his shop in Cowen, West Virginia. He has made mugs for my Gillum House Bed & Breakfast is Shinnston, West Virginia - and i came back for more. Each mug was hand-turned by Larry - and signed Riffle Pottery, Cowen, WV. He made them the way I wanted - big enough to be a CUP of coffee with a handle large enough for a MAN to grasp without burning his fingers. Larry came through.

I also have a lovely vase he made - it sits at the top of my staircase with an arrangement in it. He also make face mugs with kind faces, not ugly ones (I bought one for my husband). he also had a whimsy day, and made butt mugs that are hilarious! Whether you are looking for dinnerware, vases, mugs, containers, pots, He has even made some napkin rings for me - I cannot wait to get them!

If you are looking to take a beautiful, scenic drive to a great place, I thoroughly recommed taking I-79 to the Birch River Exit and heading east to Cowen (16 miles) to the driveway of Riffle Pottery.

An awesome gem in west Virginia. Showed up to shop and my friend and I got a personal tour,it was amazing. Larry was very informational,and Friendly. A must see but allow time to see everything.

Great people and gorgeous pottery