Breaking the Mould: Ayesha Bibi’s Triple Collection Drop
Let’s talk about power, grit, and beauty. Birmingham based ceramicist and designer Ayesha Bibi, founder of Sketch Avenue is proof that creativity isn’t just about pretty objects, it’s about survival, rebellion, and joy. Her work is ergonomic, inclusive, and unapologetically gorgeous. It challenges the idea that accessible design has to look clinical or “less than.” Spoiler: it doesn’t. It can be chic, bold, and deeply human.
And because the universe occasionally gets things right, Bibi has just made her TV debut on ITV’s Be Your Own Boss, hosted by Holly Tucker MBE (yes, the powerhouse behind Not On The High Street). The show follows entrepreneurs who are trying to turn passion projects into thriving businesses. Enter Bibi: a single parent, juggling health challenges, raising neurodivergent son, the wondefrul Noah, and still somehow building a brand from scratch. Honestly, she’s already a superhero!
On the show, Holly opened a parcel of Bibi’s ceramics and was instantly intrigued. She then visited Bibi’s home studio in Birmingham, offering practical advice and a hefty dose of encouragement. The result? Ayesha stepped up, thought bigger, and created a brand‑new collection: Say It With Red. It’s bold, it’s expressive, and it’s inspired by resilience. Alongside her existing collections Objects of Desire and Bibihaus the trio shows the full spectrum of her practice from quiet quirky elegance to statement ceramics with swagger.
Here’s the thing: Bibi’s ceramics aren’t just homewares. They’re a manifesto. They say: beauty belongs everywhere, accessibility is for everyone, and handmade craft has the power to connect us. Each piece is a reminder that design can be both functional and fabulous.
At Seventh Circle, we’re proud to showcase works from all three collections. You can see them in person at the gallery (and yes, they’re even better IRL), or purchase them directly through our website. Whether you’re drawn to the subtle sophistication of Objects of Desire or the fiery energy of Say It With Red or the confiedent colour of Bibihaus, you’re not just buying ceramics, you’re investing in a story of resilience, creativity, and brilliance.
So come through. Hold them, feel them, and let them remind you that beauty doesn’t just survive, it thrives.
