Welcome to Provenmille.

Beautiful things. Even more beautiful stories behind them.

Handmade? Yes, please.

Creative pursuits.

Inspired living.

Handmade happiness.

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provenmille

is an amalgamation of the words provenance and mill. As an art teacher, my classes delve into the provenances of various art pieces. Like any work of art, every handmade item has a unique origin story of its own. It is my desire for Provenmille to be a home (mill) of not only beautiful things but also the beautiful stories behind each and every one of them.

Our Journal

  • Jimbocho Station

    Jimbocho, Unfolded

    Recently declared 2025’s coolest neighborhood by TimeOut, Jimbocho will charm you with its independent bookshops, enchanting community, and a pace that feels refreshingly un-Shibuya.

  • Glaze & Grace

    Learning pottery has been a slow, grounding process. But the gifts it gives in the end far outweighs the many mistakes and early wonky pieces.

  • Begin Again: 2026 Intention

    As I often do at the start of a new year, I’ve taken some time to reflect and set an intention. I’ve written about 2025 and what I’m carrying into 2026.