Cats salt and pepper shaker set product image (primary)
Two glazed ceramic cat-shaped salt and pepper shakers sitting upright on a wooden shelf; left is brown-tabby patterned with a white chest, right is black with a white chest and face markings. Both have painted facial features and a glossy finish.

Simons Maison

Cats Salt And Pepper Shaker Set

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CA$20.00CAD
In Stock

This product is a set of two ceramic cat-shaped salt and pepper shakers with a glossy finish, one featuring a brown tabby pattern and the other a black body with white chest and face markings. Each shaker has two dispensing holes in the head and includes a clear plastic stopper for refilling. Designed for dispensing salt and pepper during meals or meal preparation, the shakers require hand-washing only.

Material
Shiny ceramic
Category
Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Salt & Pepper Shakers

Color

Assorted

Size

SET/2

Specifications

Ceramic salt and pepper shakers in the shape of cats.

Set of 2, shiny ceramic, hand-wash only

Material
Shiny ceramic
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Salt & Pepper Shakers

Additional Attributes

  • ceramic
  • hand-wash only
  • set of 2
  • playful design
  • shiny finish

Product Insights

The Simons Maison Cats Salt And Pepper Shaker Set, priced at 20 CAD and in stock, offers a budget-friendly alternative to $58 hand-painted sets, featuring ceramic with a glossy finish and painted details that contrast with premium stoneware artisanship, but requires hand-washing with delicate care and its protruding ceramic ears and paws are prone to chipping from storage contact.

Verified claims

Value
At 20 CAD, it is a budget alternative to $58 hand-painted sets.
Craftsmanship
Ceramic with glossy finish and painted details, contrasting with premium stoneware artisanship.
Care
Hand-wash only with delicate care, unlike dishwasher-safe premium set.
Chip protection
Protruding ceramic ears and paws are prone to chipping from storage contact.

Product record

Title
Cats Salt And Pepper Shaker Set
Brand
Simons Maison
Price
20 CAD
Availability
In stock

Deep Research

Value against similar ceramic cat shakers

  • At $58 — nearly triple the Simons Maison set's 20 CAD — the Uncommon Goods pair uses hand-painted stoneware and measures a substantial 3.5 inches tall, making it a collectible display piece whose artisan production and dishwasher-safe durability justify the premium for buyers who prioritize handcraft over budget.

Ceramic care and durability for shiny glaze

  • The shiny ceramic finish is a glass-like glaze that seals the porous clay, making the shakers naturally resistant to staining from salt and oils and easy to clean with a soft cloth; using an abrasive pad or metal sponge can scratch the glossy surface and dull its shine, so routine care calls for non-abrasive sponges or microfiber.
  • The manufacturer specifies hand-wash only because dishwasher detergents are highly alkaline and repeated hot cycles can etch the shiny glaze, causing a cloudy film and micro-crazing that dulls the surface over time — hand-washing with mild soap preserves the glossy new look for years.
  • Because ceramic glaze is brittle and can chip on impact, the protruding cat features — such as ears or paws — are at risk if the shakers are stacked or stored loosely in a drawer; place a soft cushion like a felt pad or paper towel between them in storage to absorb buffets and prevent shard-like edge damage.
  • After hand-washing, thoroughly drying the shakers with a soft microfiber cloth eliminates water spotting and mineral deposits that form when drops evaporate on the glossy surface; water trapped in the cat-shaped crevices (like between the ears or tail) can leave chalky rings that dull the finish over time, so a diligent dry-down after each wash keeps them looking new.
  • For occasional salt residue or hard water bloom inside the shakers, a paste of baking soda and water acts as a gentle abrasive that lifts the film without scratching the glaze, unlike harsh cleaners like bleach which can react with glaze chemistry and cause permanent damage.

Image Analysis

2 images
Cats salt and pepper shaker set product image (primary)
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Product

Two glazed ceramic cat-shaped salt and pepper shakers sitting upright on a wooden shelf; left is brown-tabby patterned with a white chest, right is black with a white chest and face markings. Both have painted facial features and a glossy finish.

  • Left cat bodyUpright seated ceramic cat figurine with brown-tabby marbled glazing on the body and flanks; smooth glossy finish; visible paw and rounded hindquarters oriented forward.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.45 · w 0.36 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Right cat bodyUpright seated ceramic cat figurine with solid black glazing on the body and flanks, glossy finish, positioned slightly to the right of the left cat; visible tail curled at the right rear base.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.42 · w 0.29 · h 0.50 (high)
  • White chest and face patchesBoth figurines feature white-painted chest panels extending up to the lower face; the left cat has a mostly white face center, the right cat has a white inverted-V chest continuing to a white face area.
    2 regionsx 0.16 · y 0.55 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.49 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Painted eyesBoth cats have painted yellow irises with black pupils and surrounding painted eyelids; eyes face slightly upward.
    4 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.49 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.49 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.45 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.65 · y 0.45 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high)
  • Painted noses and whisker detailsEach cat has a small pink painted nose and simple fine black whisker lines painted onto the face.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.50 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (high)
  • Glazed ceramic surfaceBoth figurines display a reflective glazed ceramic surface with visible highlights and specular reflections.
  • Relative placementTwo separate cat shakers are placed side by side on a wooden shelf with a small gap between them; left cat is slightly forward compared with right cat.

Other

Product shot on a wood-paneled background with a wooden shelf and stacked white bowls visible to the right; soft even lighting produces mild shadows and reflections.

  • Shelf surfaceHorizontal wooden shelf with visible wood grain that the figurines rest on.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.78 · w 1.00 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Background panelVertical wood-paneled background behind the figurines with a warm brown tone and subtle grain texture.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.75 · h 0.80 (high)
  • Stacked white bowlsPartial stack of white ceramic bowls with beaded rim detail visible at the upper right of the frame, positioned behind the right cat.
    1 regionx 0.75 · y 0.05 · w 0.25 · h 0.32 (high)
  • Shot compositionFrontal product shot centered on the two figurines, cropped vertically to include shelf and background; even studio lighting with soft shadows to the lower right of objects.

Colors

warm brown marbled· left cat body#9B7C53gloss black· right cat body#0D0D0Dbright white· white chest and face panels#F1EEE9golden yellow· painted eyes#C6BBB2soft pink· painted noses#DCD6CE
Cats salt and pepper shaker set product image 2
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Product

Rear view of a ceramic cat-shaped shaker with a glossy brown marbled glaze showing two dispensing holes in the head; a second cat-shaped shaker in black and white is visible on its side with its open base and a clear plastic stopper nearby.

  • Primary cat formUpright cat-shaped ceramic shaker seen from the back with a rounded seated posture, small pointed ears, and a slightly tapered neck and head.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Glaze and surface finishHigh-gloss glazed surface with a brown marbled or woodgrain-like pattern of lighter and darker brown streaks and subtle tonal variations.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Dispensing holesTwo round dispensing holes visible on the back of the cat's head near the top center.
    1 regionx 0.29 · y 0.19 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Secondary shaker baseA second ceramic shaker lies on its side at the right edge showing an exposed circular open base with unglazed inner rim and dark outer glaze visible.
    1 regionx 0.64 · y 0.14 · w 0.32 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Loose stopperSmall transparent circular plastic stopper/disc placed on the surface near the fallen shaker.
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Product photographed on a warm wood-grain surface with soft directional lighting from above-left producing gentle highlights and shadows; shallow depth of field with the foreground cat in sharp focus and background slightly softer.

  • Surface and backgroundHorizontal brown wood-grain tabletop forms the entire visible background and surface under the shakers.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Shot compositionThree-quarter rear view composition centered on the upright cat with the second shaker cropped at the right and the stopper placed in the mid-right foreground.
  • Lighting and reflectionsSoft directional lighting creates bright glossy reflections on the cat glaze and soft shadowing beneath the objects.
  • Depth of fieldShallow depth of field with the nearest cat sharply focused and the right-side shaker slightly softer but still identifiable.

Colors

marbled light brown· upright cat body#B38B5Cgloss black and white· secondary shaker outer glaze#150C0Aclear· plastic stopper

Customer Reviews

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Q&A

1 answered
Is the ceramic finish glossy or matte? Does it have any texture or pattern besides the cat shape?
The description states 'shiny ceramic,' indicating a glossy finish. There is no mention of additional texture or pattern beyond the cat shape.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/kitchen-dining/serveware/serving-dishes-utensils/cats-salt-and-pepper-shaker-set--5221-5261400?colourId=0
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