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Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners
5.0 (2,056)
Runs regularly
Tower Gateway
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
£62
Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (443)
Runs regularly
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£60 - £80
Kintsugi Class - Japanese Repair
4.9 (331)
Runs regularly
Clapham
1 to 32 guests
£50 - £54
Kintsugi Workshop - Deptford
4.9 (10)
Runs regularly
Deptford
1 to 10 guests
£40 - £50
Gintsugi - Japanese Silver Repair Workshop
4.9 (10)
Runs regularly
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£35 - £54
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners Drop Ins
5.0 (2k) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Peckham
1 to 8 guests
£55
Kintsugi Workshop - Mini Picassos
5.0 (20) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Harlesden
1 to 24 guests
£32
Golden Art of Kintsugi: Japanese Pottery Workshop for Groups
4.9 (50)
Runs regularly
Canary Wharf
1 to 10 guests
£275 - £500
Introduction to Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (10)
Your choice of time
Colindale
3 to 8 guests
£55
Real Silver Gintsugi Workshop
5.0 (16)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
3 to 8 guests
£70
6-Session Kintsugi Course
5.0 (19) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Deptford
4 to 8 guests
£280
Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop
4.9 (17)
Your choice of time
Oxford Street
15 to 30 guests
£65
Kintsugi Ornament Workshop
5.0 (323) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Stoke Newington
1 to 14 guests
£55
Kintsugi Pottery Class - Groups and Team Building - London
Your choice of time
Comes to you
12 to 200 guests
£45
Beautifully Broken: Kintsugi and Matcha Experience
Your choice of time
Wandsworth
10 to 30 guests
£50
Kintsugi Pottery Workshop for Team-building and Individuals
5.0 (2)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
5 to 70 guests
£55
Kintsugi Healing Experience: The Art of Inner Transformation
6k followers
8+ years & Adults
Sold out - join waitlist
Surbiton
1 to 10 guests
£85
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Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners
5.0 (11)
Runs regularly
Manchester
1 to 45 guests
£66
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners - Manchester
4.8 (40)
Runs regularly
Manchester
1 to 60 guests
£60
Kintsugi Workshop
Only 1 date left
Bury
1 to 10 guests
£33
Kintsugi Pottery Class - Groups and Team Building - Manchester
Your choice of time
Comes to you
12 to 200 guests
£50
Marbling and Kintsugi Workshop
Your choice of time
Radcliffe
1 to 30 guests
£24
Kintsugi Rage Release Experience for Women
Your choice of time
Radcliffe
8 to 30 guests
£36
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Virtual Kintsugi Class - Japanese Repair
4.9 (838) (teacher)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
6 to 100 guests
£54
Kintsugi Repair Kit
5.0 (323) (provider)
Ships to you
£28
Gintsugi Box and Repair Kit with Silver
4.9 (838) (provider)
Ships to you
£25 - £35
Kintsugi Box and Repair Kit
4.9 (838) (provider)
Ships to you
£21 - £30
Kintsugi for Beginners: The Art of Golden Renewal
4 years in business
Pre-recorded
£73
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners
5.0 (2,056)
Runs regularly
Tower Gateway
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
£62
Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (443)
Runs regularly
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£60 - £80
Kintsugi Class - Japanese Repair
4.9 (331)
Runs regularly
Clapham
1 to 32 guests
£50 - £54
Kintsugi Workshop - Deptford
4.9 (10)
Runs regularly
Deptford
1 to 10 guests
£40 - £50
Gintsugi - Japanese Silver Repair Workshop
4.9 (10)
Runs regularly
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£35 - £54
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners Drop Ins
5.0 (2k) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Peckham
1 to 8 guests
£55
Kintsugi Workshop - Mini Picassos
5.0 (20) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Harlesden
1 to 24 guests
£32
Golden Art of Kintsugi: Japanese Pottery Workshop for Groups
4.9 (50)
Runs regularly
Canary Wharf
1 to 10 guests
£275 - £500
Introduction to Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (10)
Your choice of time
Colindale
3 to 8 guests
£55
Real Silver Gintsugi Workshop
5.0 (16)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
3 to 8 guests
£70
6-Session Kintsugi Course
5.0 (19) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Deptford
4 to 8 guests
£280
Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop
4.9 (17)
Your choice of time
Oxford Street
15 to 30 guests
£65
Kintsugi Ornament Workshop
5.0 (323) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Stoke Newington
1 to 14 guests
£55
Kintsugi Pottery Class - Groups and Team Building - London
Your choice of time
Comes to you
12 to 200 guests
£45
Beautifully Broken: Kintsugi and Matcha Experience
Your choice of time
Wandsworth
10 to 30 guests
£50
Kintsugi Pottery Workshop for Team-building and Individuals
5.0 (2)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
5 to 70 guests
£55
Kintsugi Healing Experience: The Art of Inner Transformation
6k followers
8+ years & Adults
Sold out - join waitlist
Surbiton
1 to 10 guests
£85
See more
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners
5.0 (11)
Runs regularly
Manchester
1 to 45 guests
£66
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners - Manchester
4.8 (40)
Runs regularly
Manchester
1 to 60 guests
£60
Kintsugi Pottery Repair Workshop
5.0 (37)
Only 1 date left
Heswall
1 to 16 guests
£45
Kintsugi Workshop
Only 1 date left
Bury
1 to 10 guests
£33
Kintsugi Pottery Class - Groups and Team Building - Manchester
Your choice of time
Comes to you
12 to 200 guests
£50
Marbling and Kintsugi Workshop
Your choice of time
Radcliffe
1 to 30 guests
£24
Kintsugi Rage Release Experience for Women
Your choice of time
Radcliffe
8 to 30 guests
£36
See more
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners
Runs regularly
Belper
/ Mobile
1 to 10 guests
£45 - £48
Kintsugi Pottery Repair Workshop
5.0 (4)
Runs regularly
Newport Pagnell
1 to 10 guests
£75 - £80
Kintsugi Workshop
4.8 (5)
Your choice of time
Fenstanton
4 to 8 guests
£35
Kintsugi Workshop Easter Special
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Fenstanton
4 to 8 guests
£45
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So, you're feeling inspired to give this incredible craft a whirl? Brilliant! Our UK kintsugi classes are a fantastic chance to step away from the everyday hustle, take a deep breath, and immerse yourself in the delicate, rewarding, and utterly charming process of Japanese ceramic repair. And don’t worry if you're a complete beginner – these sessions are specially designed to be supportive and accessible for everyone, whether you’re a creative pro or a total newbie. Our experienced and friendly tutors will gently guide you through each stage, from understanding the traditional techniques and philosophical background to carefully mending your broken pieces and applying that iconic, beautiful golden lacquer.
In a typical Kintsugi workshop, all the specialist materials are provided. This usually includes pre-broken ceramic pieces ready for you to work your magic on, or sometimes you might even have the chance to bring a treasured broken item from home (though it's always best to check the specific workshop details beforehand!). The unique lacquer, gold-effect powders, and all the necessary tools will be waiting for you – all you need to bring along is your curiosity and a happy willingness to learn.
You'll learn how to carefully piece together the fragments, apply the adhesive with precision, and then, the truly exciting bit, embellish those cracks with the distinctive golden finish that makes Kintsugi pottery so sought after. Our instructors don't just show you the 'how'; they often share fascinating insights into the rich history and beautiful philosophy behind this Japanese art of repairing with gold, making your workshop experience even more meaningful and memorable. You'll leave not only with a stunningly repaired piece but also with a brand new skill and a much deeper appreciation for finding beauty in imperfection. Many people find Kintsugi workshops incredibly therapeutic, describing them as a unique way to connect with an ancient art form and with themselves. It’s a chance to slow down, focus your mind, and create something truly special.
Wonderful introductory Kintsugi class! Informative and creative. Finding beauty in imperfection, and mending ceramics with artistry. Our teacher conveyed what fun we can have, fixing broken pottery, like a jigsaw puzzle with putty and gold resin. An art form in itself! Nadira Ahmed: Kintsugi Class, London

Not at all! While it’s a slow and methodical process, it’s also surprisingly approachable and enjoyable for everyone, even if you think you don't have an artistic bone in your body! While becoming a grand master of traditional Kintsugi, with all its ancient techniques, does take plenty of time and patience, diving into a beginner-friendly session is a whole different, wonderfully joyful story! Think of it as learning the most beautiful bits without the really long waits. Modern workshops often use clever, quicker materials, meaning you get to experience the magic of transforming broken pieces into golden-veined treasures in just one lovely session.
In these classes, you'll learn the core principles: how to carefully assess the break, skilfully join the pieces back together, and then, the part everyone loves, how to apply the adhesive and golden powder to create those signature, beautiful seams that make Kintsugi pottery so distinctive. The experienced instructors are on hand to guide you with patience and encouragement every step of the way, offering handy tips and unwavering support. The biggest challenge for many beginners isn't the technique itself, but embracing the core Kintsugi philosophy – learning to celebrate the cracks, the history, and the unique story of the repair, rather than aiming for an invisible mend. It’s more about the mindful, joyful process and the beauty of imperfection.

The Japanese art of repairing with gold is so much more than just a clever way to fix your favourite broken mug or a treasured vase. It's a practice deeply woven into the fabric of Japanese philosophy, particularly embracing the concepts of wabi-sabi, which invites us to find beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and simplicity. Instead of trying to hide the cracks and damage, Kintsugi chooses to illuminate them, drawing our eyes to the object's unique history, the story of its breakage, and the loving care taken in its repair. This thoughtful process makes the mended piece completely unique and, for many, even more precious and beautiful than it was before it experienced its little mishap!
The central idea is that breaks and repairs are not flaws to be ashamed of or covered up. Instead, they are seen as vital parts of an object's life journey, adding to its character and narrative. Those shimmering golden lines are like proud scars, each telling a tale of resilience and adding a new layer of beauty. This profound philosophy extends beyond just Japanese ceramic repair; it serves as a wonderful metaphor for life itself, encouraging us to accept and even celebrate our own imperfections. It teaches us that the challenges we face and the healing that follows can make us stronger, more interesting, and ultimately, more authentically beautiful.
We had a fantastic time at the kintsugi pottery workshop. The instructor was super friendly and made it easy and fun. I left with a lovely piece of pottery and a new appreciation for finding beauty in imperfections. Highly recommend this workshop for a unique and creative experience (and don't miss out on the hot chocolate!) Kristina Zareva: Kintsugi Repair Class, Chester
If you’re thinking about getting stuck in, the cost of a Kintsugi workshop in the UK is naturally something you might consider – but the good news is there's usually a range of options to suit different interests and budgets! Generally, like many specialised creative classes, prices can vary, but they often represent fantastic value when you look at what’s typically included in the experience. Shorter taster sessions or introductory experiences tend to be more budget-friendly and start at around £40 per person; these are a brilliant way to dip your toes into the craft, see if it sparks your joy, and learn the basic principles without a significant initial outlay. A longer course with multiple sessions comes in at £280, and this is perfect if you already have a little previous experience and want to deepen your knowledge or further your existing skills.
Considering that you usually leave with a beautifully finished, unique piece of art that you've personally restored, along with a fantastic new skill and a deeper understanding of a fascinating and inspiring philosophy, many people find that Kintsugi classes are a truly worthwhile investment in themselves. It’s not just about the physical item you take away; it's about the mindful experience, the creative satisfaction, and the unique story you've become a part of. If you're keen to learn Kintsugi, browse the wonderful selection of workshops available, compare what's offered, and choose one that feels right for you. You might just find that the enriching and uplifting experience is priceless!
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