Slab-Pot Mug or Jug Pottery Class

Create a beautiful and functional piece of pottery in our fun, beginner-friendly clay workshops. Whether you're dreaming of your perfect morning coffee mug or a stylish milk jug you'll learn the skills needed to bring your idea to life.You'll join either our Intro to Hand Building or Slab Pot class and while other makers in the session may be working on different projects, your instructor will guide you step‑by‑step through the essential pottery basic techniques needed such as wedging, coiling, slab building, slip and scoring, and how to build strong, stable forms. You’ll also learn common pitfalls and how to avoid or fix them, making this workshop perfect for complete beginners.You'll learn how to add handles, texture, patterns, stamps, and decorative details to make it uniquely yours. From rustic farmhouse styles to modern minimalist designs, the possibilities are endless.Working with clay is a wonderfully relaxing experience, allowing you to slow down, get hands-on, and enjoy the satisfaction of creating something from scratch. As you shape and personalise your piece, you'll discover why pottery has become such a popular and rewarding hobby.Paint your piece in the same session — included!Once your mug or jug is built, you’ll get to paint it during the same class at no extra cost. Choose colours, patterns or details to make your piece truly unique. After the classYour pottery will be dried, glazed and professionally fired, ready for collection in 4–5 weeks. Whether it's used for your morning brew, displayed proudly in your home, or given as a gift, you'll leave knowing you've created something special with your own hands.A quick noteHand‑built pottery can occasionally develop issues during firing. Your instructor will show you how to minimise these risks, and if anything unexpected happens, we’ll do our best to fix it.Please note that other clay workshops may be taking place at the same time as yours. While participants may be creating different items, all projects use the same slab-building techniques, so everyone will be learning and following the same core pottery-making process. A completed mug or jug will be ready for you to collect 4-5 weeks after the class. Read more details