Kintsugi Workshop

Embrace the imperfections in this Kintsugi pottery workshop in London!



1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 14 (public classes), 8 to 16

  £35 (£150 per class surcharge applies for private classes)
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Discover the mindful art of Kintsugi in London – the Japanese way of mending broken pottery with gold. Instead of hiding cracks, this beautiful technique celebrates them, turning once-loved but broken pieces into treasures full of history and character.
In this workshop, you'll be guided through the process of repairing your chosen item step by step. Using resin and gold powder, you’ll slowly piece things back together, enjoying a calming, thoughtful activity that’s all about patience and care -- no experience required! Perfect for anyone looking for fun things to do in London.
What to expect:
  • A warm introduction to the philosophy and practice of Kintsugi.
  • Step-by-step tuition in using resin glue and golden seams.
  • Time to repair your own porcelain (vase, bowl, plate, or cup).
  • All tools and materials provided for you to use on the day.
  • A relaxed, mindful setting to enjoy some slow, creative making.
You’re welcome to bring along your own broken china to work on, but do keep in mind that bigger pieces may take longer to finish.
By the end of the session, you’ll head home with a beautifully repaired piece that shows off its golden seams – a reminder that our flaws and cracks can be something to treasure!
Good to know: For private classes, there is a £150 surcharge for groups. Please note - Private Workshops can be arranged with a minimum booking of 8 x attendees. Any additional attendees will be charged at £32 p/p (evening time-slots and weekends).

Upcoming dates for Kintsugi Workshop

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 5 Oct 2026, 2:15am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

5 upcoming dates between 24 Oct 2026 and 5 Dec 2026.

  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 11am-12:30pm
  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 1:30pm-3pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 4:30pm-6pm
  • Sat 5 Dec 2026, 11am-12:30pm
What you'll get
All materials provided!
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Your own china if you'd like to.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.


FAQ

Will my kintsugi item be ready at the end of the class?
Yes, your fixed item will be ready at the end of the 90 mins session to take home with you.
Can I bring my own item to fix to the class?
Yes, you can bring your own item along to the class. It’ recommended that you have a practice on the china provided before starting on your own piece to hone your skills. NOTE - there is no guarantee you will complete a personal item if it is more than 5 x broken pieces or may have complex breaks.
Help! I can't find the venue?
Please look out for 'Beattie Construction Ltd' - the classes are held in their showroom. The venue is just along from Lauderdale Mansions South, close to the corner of Lauderdale Rd and Castellain Rd.
Location

9 Lauderdale Parade, Lauderdale Road, Maida Vale, London, W91LU

This venue is a short walk from Maida Vale Tube Station on the Bakerloo Line (less than 100m)

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Recent reviews of Kintsugi Workshop

  • 5/5 from Brisa Bellido, attended Sep 2026: Very nice class
  • 5/5 from Josie Thomas, attended Sep 2026: I really enjoyed the class and I’m so pleased with how the kintsugi turned out. Thank you so much Claire for being a great and kind teacher!
  • 5/5 from Mary Crosser, attended Sep 2026: Very enjoyable afternoon learning new skills
  • 5/5 from Ulrike Nau-Debor, attended Aug 2026: Claire is such a friendly, encouraging and kind teacher. We had so much fun and highly recommend this class.
  • 4/5 from Amelia Clark, attended Aug 2026: Really lovely experience! Maybe could have been more variety in the style of plates but other than that it was great
  • 5/5 from Vishwas Huligowda, attended Jul 2026: My teacher was very nice patient and was very clear with her instructions and was very good . We loved the experience and we would visit again .
  • 5/5 from Rachel Ladyman, attended May 2026: Claire was really great, explaining and helping us. An absorbing couple of hours. Would definitely recommend.
  • 5/5 from Paul Swaddle, attended May 2026: Great course with a very patient teacher, lots of fun and excellent value for money
  • 5/5 from Mine Akarca, attended May 2026: Claire was amazing and calm and encouraging throughout. I'm sure she had ro repeat herself 10 times! We loved the class. Thank you Claire!
  • 5/5 from Karolina Plegerova, attended May 2026: We loved the workshop! Clare was very friendly and supportive throughout.
  • 5/5 from Noor Zarroud, attended Apr 2026: Such a great class! Requires a bit of patience, but so interesting and therapeutic! I would defo recommend and plan on doing this again. May have to break more glassware.
  • 5/5 from Renata Eng, attended Apr 2026: Claire is a lovely person, so calm and easy to talk to! She explained everything and repeated as many times as necessary with all kindness possible. She has every step well organized and you fell so secure and happy during the class =)
  • 5/5 from Aurea Ruiz Marcos, attended Apr 2026: I was given a gift card for my birthday. It was easy to book the workshop. The workshop was very interesting and fun! Claire is a great instructor. I really enjoy and highly recommend it to anyone interested in kintsugi.
  • 5/5 from Sally Edwards, attended Apr 2026: Love this class. Claire made it enjoyable and was very clear in her teaching so that you could achieve a good result in a short time. Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Hayley Collier, attended Mar 2026: We had such a great time at the Kintsugi class. Everything was explained so well and we were given guidance throughout! It was a fab activity to do with friends on your own or for a little date! Would recommend for sure!
  • 5/5 from Bhakti Purohit, attended Mar 2026: Lovely teacher who was very personable and helpful telling us the history of Kintsugi! It was a very fun class and a great gift.
  • 5/5 from Deb Jey, attended Mar 2026: It was a great session! I found it a bit challenging as it required patience and it can be a bit fiddly. I would recommend wearing the gloves offered as it can be a bit sticky. Really appreciate how accommodating Claire was for me and my friends. Wonderful experience and would recommend!
  • 5/5 from Eleanor Kirby, attended Mar 2026: I loved this class. Really lovely and relaxing. Teacher was very chill and explained the process really well. Was a lovely morning.
  • 5/5 from Florence Angeline Bosley, attended Feb 2026: Had a great time at the Kinstugi class, managed to fix a sentimental oil drizzle of mine! I feel confident to do my own Kinstugi on my own in the future too!
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Pyman, attended Feb 2026: Definitely would recommend. The process was explained really well and the teacher was supportive throughout; although the class was full, there weren't so many people that anyone struggled to get attention when in need of help. It was really relaxing and will make for a lovely memory with my SO
  • 5/5 from Claudia Bazley, attended Feb 2026: Very pleased with the result. The session was clear, well explained, very well setting out with all the materials needed well displayed, teacher ready to help. Really calm and nice atmosphere. No fault in my view. I will go again and fully recommend it.
  • 5/5 from Thomas-Hickson Smith, attended Feb 2026: Claire was brilliant and provided an engaging and fun session, 100% recommend x
  • 5/5 from Alice Thébault, attended Jan 2026: Friendly and attentive teacher. Claire’s instructions were clear and it was a nice, mindful activity to do with my boyfriend. I would recommend the class to friends and family and it would make for a great gift. I came in with my own broken bowl and I’m pleased with how it turned out.
Your teacher

Dotty By Design
Dotty By Design

4.9 (26)
female Women-owned

Hi, my name is Claire, and I’m an artist/crafter/designer based in NW London. I run ‘Dotty by design’ making unique and bespoke hand-made products. I have been up-cycling for two decades now, and sharing my love for all things ‘craft’ through teaching and running classes. Creativity is at the heart of all the projects I work on, harnessing the joy in the making process and sharing my passion of ‘re-using, recycling and sustaining’ in everything I do.
I studied Furniture and Product design at BCUC in High Wycombe before moving to West London and working at Habitat, where my love of design had first evolved when visiting the store as a child. Since those early years, I have been on a creative journey which has encompassed all areas of art and design, including - product, craft, interiors, architecture, food, jewellery, illustration and printmaking to name but a few!
I am very much a multidisciplinary designer, where a balance of form and function is key to creating engaging sustainable products that have a conscience, and considered thought for the beautiful planet we live on.
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