Sowden is the design brand of Milan–based designer George Sowden. The brand develops elegant products that embody contemporary design with a clear focus on functionality and usefulness. Sowden makes products that focus on the moments that bring together family and friends through the shared daily activities of cooking, eating and drinking. Their products include their SoftBrew coffee and teapots, a wide selection of mugs and cups, as well as servingware and cookware.

Founded in Sydney in 1994 by Shelley Simpson, Mud Australia is a company that designs and handmakes a porcelain collection for everyday use around the world. They also distribute and sell products from other modenr vendors. Their own product line includes a full range of plates, bowls, servingware, and more in porcelain clay. Mud Australia porcelain is oven, microwave, dishwasher, and food safe.