About Tanya

I’m a local ceramic artist capturing moments in time by creating handmade and personalized ceramic dishes, hand/foot/paw print plaques, ornaments and so much more. I personally hand make each piece impressing the images or text of your choice into the clay, so no two pieces are ever exactly the same making each a truly one of a kind keepsake. 
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In 1998 I graduated from Mass Art with a BFA in ceramics. Then I spent many years as a marketing manager and eventually started creating with clay again. In 2009 after the birth of my son I decided to say goodbye to my marketing manager position and focus on family and Zinnia Designs custom ceramics. My studio is located in my home allowing me to have a nice family/career balance. Days can be long and very busy, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world!

I take great pride in creating beautiful pieces you will treasure forever. I look forward to working with you to create your personalized keepsake!

​-Tanya 

News & Articles

Mass. Moms Crafting Mother's Day Goods for Etsy

If you're shopping for a Mother's Day gift, you may have looked on Etsy. The online marketplace features artisans from all over the world, and many of those sellers-are moms themselves. We spoke to two based out of Massachuetts.

A Mother's Work: Tanya Philbin-Chin, Zinnia Designs

Meet Tanya Philbin-Chin. She is a ceramic artist and owner of Zinnia-Designs, based out of Needham, Massachusetts. Tanya makes custom designed dishes and tiles for weddings, engagements, newborn baby footprints and so much more. In addition to running her business, Tanya is also a wife and mother of two.