Simons Maison
Grooved Modern Butter Dish
Designed exclusively for Simons Maison in Canada, this ceramic butter dish features a hand-applied reactive glaze that gives each piece a unique finish. The set includes a domed lid with a knob and an oval base with a grooved rim, designed to keep butter fresh and creamy. It measures 7.25 x 4.25 x 4.25 inches (18.5 x 11 x 11 cm) and is dishwasher and microwave safe.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Ceramic
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 7.25 x 4.25 x 4.25 in
Product Insights
This $18 CAD butter dish from Simons Maison pairs artisanal individuality with everyday practicality: each piece features a one-of-a-kind hand-applied reactive glaze that rejects factory uniformity, yet it is dishwasher- and microwave-safe—uncommon for such glazes—and fits East Coast, West Coast, European blocks, or two stubby sticks end to end with knife clearance. The tradeoff: embossed ridges prone to chipping require gentle handling, and the ceramic lid is not airtight, limiting butter freshness to a few days, while the reactive-glaze craft mirrors that of $50+ artisanal dishes.
- Unique finish
Each butter dish has a one-of-a-kind hand-applied reactive glaze finish.
Why this is supported
The hand-applied reactive glaze ensures each dish is unique. The process involves techniques like
Techniques like dipping or spraying ensure even coverage, while layering multiple glazes can enhance complexity.
hosen28.comCombined with kiln conditions where
A plate near the kiln wall might run 8°C cooler than one in the centre.
claymistry.comthis produces a necessarily variegated finish:
The Taupe colorway may differ from the product image, as the vendor confirms:
the reactive glaze is hand-applied, each piece is unique. The Taupe you receive may differ slightly in shade and pattern from the product photo, but the overall color family remains consistent.
Are the color variations between individual pieces significant? For example, if I order Taupe, could it be noticeably different from the product photo?- Glaze uniqueness
Ceramic with hand-applied reactive glaze, each piece has a unique kiln-driven pattern.
Why this is supported
The reactive glaze is hand-applied and kiln-fired, causing each piece to develop a unique pattern due to temperature variations within the kiln. As Claymistry explains,
8°C decides whether the glaze runs and pools or stays put
claymistry.com. The manufacturer’s Q&A confirms:
Yes, because the reactive glaze is hand-applied, each piece is unique
Are the color variations between individual pieces significant? For example, if I order Taupe, could it be noticeably different from the product photo?. Fenn Home notes that the dish
sits between art and function: durable enough for daily meals, yet expressive on the table
fennhome.com. Hosen28 emphasizes that reactive glaze
challenges our perceptions of imperfections and beauty
hosen28.com, highlighting the unrepeatable nature of each piece.
- Care
Dishwasher and microwave safe, unlike many reactive-glaze dishes requiring hand washing.
Why this is supported
Unlike the World Market Vita which is
Hand wash only
worldmarket.com, this dish is dishwasher and microwave safe, combining everyday convenience with the reactive-glaze aesthetic.
- Fit
Fits East Coast, West Coast, European blocks, and two stubby sticks end to end.
Why this is supported
The dish's 7.25-inch length accommodates both standard US stick sizes: East Coast (
East Coast butter sticks are 4.8 inches long and 1.3 inches wide.
foodnetwork.com) and West Coast (
West Coast butter sticks are 3.125 inches long and 1.5 inches wide
foodnetwork.com). Two West Coast sticks placed end-to-end total 6.25 inches, fitting within the length. Additionally, a European butter block (92 mm long) fits, and the remaining space comfortably holds a butter knife.
- Butter softening
Dish is microwave-safe for butter softening and supports a steam alternative.
Why this is supported
The reactive glaze is formulated to withstand microwave use:
no risk of glaze crazing or metallic sparking when softening butter in short, incremental bursts
Softening butter directly in the dish — reactive_glaze_safety. For a gentler approach, place sliced butter in the dish alongside a cup of hot water and microwave; the radiant heat will soften the butter
in about 10 minutes.
sallysbakingaddiction.com- Dimensions
At 7.25 inches long, the dish fits two Western stubby butter sticks end-to-end and provides knife clearance.
Why this is supported
The dish is 7.25 inches long; two Western stubby butter sticks (
West Coast butter sticks are 3.125 inches long and 1.5 inches wide
foodnetwork.com) placed end-to-end fit comfortably, leaving approximately
2.4 to 4.1 inches of clearance beyond the stick for easy handling or an adjacent butter knife
Fitting standard and European butter sticks — length_accommodates_elgin_and_western_sticksThe dish’s 7.25-inch length accommodates different butter formats. According to Food Network,
and
East Coast butter sticks are 4.8 inches long and 1.3 inches wide
foodnetwork.com. European 250g blocks also fit, as the inner length of 92 mm (3.62 inches) leaves room for a knife.
Inner Unit Length : 92 mm
kff.co.ukconfirms the block size.
- Cleaning
Undiluted dish soap applied directly, left for 3 minutes, cleans embossed grooves.
Why this is supported
Butter residue in the embossed grooves is best removed by applying undiluted dish soap directly onto the greasy patch:
Apply a few drops of undiluted dish soap directly onto the greasy patch.
stainremovalguides.comLet it dwell for 3 minutes, then gently scrub with a soft sponge.
- Chipping
Embossed ridges are prone to chipping; handle gently and store assembled.
Why this is supported
The chipping risk was corroborated by independent dinnerware care sources:
White embossed dinnerware is prone to scratches and chips, especially if it is not handled properly.
wdfdinnerware.comThis supports the need for careful handling and storing the dish assembled to avoid edge impacts.
- Microwave
Microwave-safe; hot water cup softens butter in 10 minutes.
Why this is supported
The merchant states the dish is microwave safe, consistent with reactive glaze properties. A tested method for softening butter involves placing the dish in the microwave with a cup of hot water:
The radiant heat will soften the butter in about 10 minutes.
sallysbakingaddiction.comThis allows even softening without hot spots.
- Seal
Ceramic lid fits securely but is not airtight, so butter keeps fresh for a few days.
Why this is supported
The brand confirms that the lid
fits securely but does not create an airtight seal
How airtight is the lid? Does it create a seal that helps keep butter fresh for longer compared to a standard butter dish?, and
we recommend using it for a few days or refrigerating the butter.
How airtight is the lid? Does it create a seal that helps keep butter fresh for longer compared to a standard butter dish?So the dish is designed for short-term room temperature use, with refrigeration for longer storage.
- Reactive glaze
Hand-applied reactive glaze and kiln position produce a unique pattern on every dish.
Why this is supported
The glaze is hand-applied, so micro-differences in coating load across the dish's grooves are amplified in the kiln, turning each dish into an unrepeatable ceramic signature. The kiln's internal temperature gradient—
A plate near the kiln wall might run 8°C cooler than one in the centre.
claymistry.com—decides melt flow, so your dish's pattern records its exact kiln position. The reactive glaze chemistry produces variegated, mottled surfaces, not homogeneous color.
Reactive glazes are variegated, or mottled; they do not have a homogeneous solid color or character (i.e. like a porcelain sink or toilet bowl).
digitalfire.comThus, visible streaks and specks are authentic markers of high-temperature glaze chemistry, not painting mistakes. The brand's guarantee of uniqueness is grounded in this ceramic process.
- Aesthetic philosophy
Reactive glaze rejects factory uniformity, making each dish a functional art piece.
Why this is supported
In ceramic culture, reactive glaze is prized for its embrace of imperfection and material life.
Reactive glaze challenges our perceptions of imperfections and beauty. Each spot, swirl, or gradient reveals the unpredictable process of ceramic creation, where moments in time cannot be perfectly replicated.
hosen28.comThis philosophy positions the butter dish between art and function.
It sits between art and function: durable enough for daily meals, yet expressive on the table.
fennhome.comThus, the buyer receives more than a commodity—a piece of functional art that grows more personal with use.
- Value
At $18 CAD, it offers reactive-glaze craft typical of $50+ artisanal dishes.
Why this is supported
Hand-applied reactive glazes are typically found on butter dishes priced above $50, such as
Pigeon Toe Handmade Ceramic Butter Dish $84
eater.comand
Butter Dish £59.00
sophiamcevoy.com. Finding this level of craft at $18 CAD is exceptional.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A two-piece off-white ceramic butter dish consisting of a rectangular-rounded dome lid with a spherical knob and a shallow oval tray with a fluted/grooved outer rim.
- Dome lid shapeRectangular-rounded dome lid with softened corners and a smooth continuous surface, sitting inverted over the tray.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Top knobSmall spherical knob centered on the lid, with a narrow neck connecting it to the lid surface.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.26 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high) - Tray rim detailShallow oval tray with a raised outer rim that has vertical shallow grooves (fluted texture) running around its visible perimeter.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high) - Material and finishGlazed ceramic appearance with a smooth, slightly glossy finish and even color across lid and tray.
- Occlusion and alignmentLid fully covers the tray; lower edge of the tray aligns with a slight shadow and reflection on the surface below.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.76 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot with neutral backdrop, soft directional lighting from above/left, and a subtle reflection on the glossy surface beneath the product.
- Shot compositionProduct centered horizontally near the lower half of the frame with generous negative space above.
- BackgroundUniform neutral beige background with very subtle texture or gradation, evenly lit.
- Surface reflectionSoft mirrored reflection of the butter dish visible directly below the tray, fading toward the bottom edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft shadow cast slightly to the right and downward from the tray and lid, indicating diffused directional lighting.
- Image qualitySharp focus on product with shallow depth of field causing minimal background blur; no visible text or labels.
Colors
cream off-white· lid and knob#F2EDE2cream off-white· tray rim#F3EDE2- Dome lid shapeRectangular-rounded dome lid with softened corners and a smooth continuous surface, sitting inverted over the tray.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of a two-piece ceramic butter dish showing the domed lid with a round knob and the shallow oval base with a vertically grooved outer rim.
- Domed lid with knobRounded rectangular domed lid in a smooth glossy ceramic with a small spherical knob centered near the top edge visible in the upper right quadrant.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.02 · w 0.50 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.00 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - Shallow oval baseLow-profile oval base with a smooth flat well for holding butter; interior surface is glossy and slightly recessed from the rim.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.36 · w 0.80 · h 0.54 (high) - Grooved outer rimOuter rim of the base has evenly spaced vertical grooves or fluting around its edge, visible along the near-side perimeter.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.70 · w 0.72 · h 0.18 (high) - Material and finishSmooth glossy ceramic finish across both lid and base with soft highlights and subtle surface reflections.
Other
Studio close-up on a neutral textured surface with soft, diffuse lighting and shallow depth of field; image cropped tightly around the product.
- Shot compositionClose-up angled shot showing the lid partially lifted off the base, framed diagonally from lower left to upper right.
- Background and supportNeutral light beige or off-white textured tabletop visible under the product occupying the full image background.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and focusSoft diffuse lighting with gentle highlights on the ceramic; shallow depth of field produces a slight falloff in sharpness toward the far edges.
Colors
off-white ceramic· lid and tray- Domed lid with knobRounded rectangular domed lid in a smooth glossy ceramic with a small spherical knob centered near the top edge visible in the upper right quadrant.
- 03
Product
Oval two-piece ceramic butter dish shown from above and slightly to the right; separate domed lid with small round knob sits on an oval base with a narrow raised rim and a subtle warm-beige rim accent.
- Lid shapeOval domed ceramic lid with a small round knob centered near one end; lid surface is smooth and glossy.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.19 (high) - Base shapeOval shallow base with a narrow raised rim that follows the lid outline; interior of base is visible where lid is shifted, showing smooth glossy ceramic.
1 region
x 0.85 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Rim accentThin warm-beige band around the outer edge of the base rim that contrasts slightly with the main off-white ceramic.
- FinishHigh-gloss glazed ceramic finish on both lid and base; reflections and soft highlights visible.
Other
Overhead lifestyle composition showing the butter dish among matching ceramic dinnerware, cutlery, and a candle; soft directional lighting from upper right casts long soft shadows.
- Shot compositionOverhead flat-lay composition of multiple tableware items arranged on a light textured surface; butter dish positioned near lower right quadrant.
- Matching dinnerware presentSeveral other ceramic pieces around the butter dish include a ribbed mug with vertical grooves at center, a pitcher at top right, stacked plates at top left, a large bowl at lower left, and a shallow plate at right; all share a similar off-white/cream palette.
3 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.31 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.56 · w 0.46 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high) - Cutlery and candle propsPolished metal forks and a spoon are placed near the left and bottom edges; a small round candle in a stone holder sits between the mug and butter dish.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.42 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.49 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.13 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft directional light from the upper right produces subtle cast shadows to the lower left and gentle highlights on glossy ceramic surfaces.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with even focus across the scene and minimal noise.
Colors
creamy off-white· lid#C9C4BDwarm beige rim· base rim#CBC4BC- Lid shapeOval domed ceramic lid with a small round knob centered near one end; lid surface is smooth and glossy.
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Customer Reviews
7 total7 reviews · out of 5
Excellent
Like the matte finish, deep size perfect for 1lb. Butter,
Arrivé brisé
Le produit est arrivé brisé et impossible de rejoindre le service à la clientele malgre appels et courriels
Nice
It's a nice butter dish
Parfait!!!
Effectivement, une livre de beurre entre très bien dans ce solide beurrier. Il n’est plus lourd que d’autres sauf bien sûr ceux en plastique. Mais le plastique ne donne le look de ce beurrier.
Pas du tout. Je le
Pas du tout. Je le trouve trop lourd. Je vais le retourner.
Looks stylish and easy to carry
Great looking butter dish that has an old fashioned vibe.
C'est pour offrir en cadeau,
C'est pour offrir en cadeau, d'une belle grosse pour y mettre la livre de beurre C'est parfait.