Description
Fancy sipping your favourite brew from a mug you made yourself? Join our relaxed and friendly pottery workshop for beginners, where you'll learn how to hand-build your very own stoneware mug using traditional techniques - no experience needed! This is a 3-week course, running over 4 weeks (week 3 is a firing week, so there’s no class). The full course is just £90, and all materials and firings are included. Your tutor will gently guide you through the process of shaping high-quality stoneware clay using simple, mindful hand-building methods. You’ll learn how to pinch, coil, and slab build, smoothing your design into something beautifully functional - perfect for cosy cuppas at home. Whether you're completely new to clay or looking for a creative way to unwind, this course is designed to make you feel at ease. Each session is all about enjoying the process, slowing down, and finding joy in making something with your hands. By the end of the course, you’ll take home a unique, handcrafted mug that’s full of character - and the satisfaction of having made it yourself. It's a lovely way to explore pottery, pick up a new skill, and create something you’ll use and treasure for years to come.
What's included in the price?
- Tuition in hand building techniques. - Use of all equipment. - All stoneware clay. - All glazes and underglazes. - Bisque firings and glaze firings.
Duration
2 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Corporate days out & team building
- Public transport
- Suitable for beginners
- Parking provided
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Hen dos
FAQs
One of the great things about hand-building as opposed to wheel-thrown pottery, is that your hands get far less wet. Many people find the clay can be drying though, due to the kaolin content (the same stuff that's in clay facepacks). If you think this will irritate your skin, you will need to bring some snug-fitting nitrile gloves with you, which will provide a sufficient barrier against any wet clay. Make sure to be diligent about using any creams and medications afterwards.
Not at all! Almost everyone has had experience of drinking from a mug at some point in their lives! We have all used small dishes and pots. If you can think of a colour, and a mug you've used before, you are halfway there already! Our tutors can help with everything else.
You don't need to bring any supplies, we have everything here.
Avoid wearing jewellery, especially rings.
Long nails and pottery don't always work well together. Some people manage to create pots with longer nails, but I keep mine short. It's up to you, but should be borne in mind.
If you have long hair, you should wear it up and away from your face.
You might want to bring an apron, or 'messy' clothes.
You may want to bring in a drink with you - we also have a kitchenette to make a coffee or tea, and we have a fridge if you have anything that needs to be refrigerated.