Kintsugi Workshop - Deptford

Join us to repair handmade ceramic pieces, understand their beauty, and give them a new purpose!



2 hours

Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 6 to 10

  £40 - £50 (Earlybird price of £40 applies if you book into a public session 10+ days ahead) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Welcome to Cernamic 🎨

Welcome to Cernamic

Welcome to our Deptford studio! Step into the world of Kintsugi and discover the beauty of embracing cracks and imperfections.

Get comfy, grab an apron, and get ready to transform a broken ceramic piece into something uniquely yours. All tools and materials are provided!

📍 Finding us:
We’re right next to Deptford Bridge Station. Look for the doors with shutters and ring the bell when you arrive!


Meet Your Pot 🏺

Meet Your Pot

Start with one of our handmade ceramic pots, ready to be transformed into something completely unique.

(Pot designs are subject to availability. Images are for reference only.)


Break It! 🔨

Break It!

Here comes the unexpected part — you’ll break your pot yourself before learning how to put it back together.


Embrace the Cracks

Embrace the Cracks

Bring your pieces back together and highlight the cracks to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind finish.


Your Story, Your Piece ❤️

Your Story, Your Piece

Admire your finished Kintsugi creation and take it home to display — imperfections and all!


Discover the beautiful Japanese art of Kintsugi in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to repair a ceramic pot using traditional-inspired techniques, while embracing cracks and imperfections as part of its story.
Using a handmade ceramic pot created by one of our studio potters, you’ll be guided by our experienced ceramicists to create your own unique Kintsugi piece to take home.
No previous experience is required — just come along, get creative and enjoy this relaxing craft experience.
Please note:
  • Repaired pieces are not food-safe and are for decorative purposes only.
  • A minimum of 4 participants is required for the class to go ahead. If fewer than 4 are booked, we may cancel or reschedule.
  • No cancellations or rescheduling are permitted. This does not apply if we cancel the class.
For more information, please see our FAQ before booking.

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Save £10 per guest, when you book 10+ days before a session
What you'll get
One handmade ceramic pot to repair and take home.
All tools and materials needed for the workshop.
Step-by-step guidance from our experienced tutors.
A selection of handmade pots to choose from, with larger or more intricate pieces available to upgrade for an additional fee.
Want to bring your own piece?
You’re welcome to bring your own broken ceramic piece instead.
Please note: all fragments must be present, as we cannot repair pieces with missing parts. This is a hands-on learning workshop rather than a professional restoration service. If your piece is particularly valuable or sentimental, we recommend consulting a professional conservator or restorer.
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Knowledge required
No previous pottery experience is required. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners.
Age Requirement
Participants must be 11 years or older. Participants aged 11–17 are welcome provided they can work independently and follow the tutor’s instructions. Please read our FAQ before booking for anyone under 18.
Safety
Kintsugi involves handling broken ceramic pieces with potentially sharp edges. Safety guidance will be provided, but minor cuts or scratches may occur.
For participants aged 11–17, parents or guardians must ensure they are able to handle ceramic pieces safely and follow all safety instructions.
What to bring
Please keep fingernails short for health and safety reasons.
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Aprons are provided.
Please arrive 5 minutes before the workshop starts to sign in and avoid missing the demonstration.
If you’re upgrading your piece, please be prepared to pay the additional fee on the day by cash or bank transfer.
If bringing your own broken piece, please bring all fragments — we cannot repair pieces with missing parts.
Suitable for

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

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


FAQ

What is Kintsugi?
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics by highlighting the cracks rather than hiding them. You’ll learn a traditional-inspired technique and create your own unique piece.
Can I choose my own pot?
Yes. We’ll have a selection of handmade pots available to choose from. Larger or more intricate pieces may be available for an additional fee.
Can I eat or drink from my repaired piece?
No. Kintsugi pieces are not food-safe and should be used for decorative purposes only.
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Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Bookings are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled or rescheduled, regardless of the reason. This includes illness, injury, transport delays, traffic, emergencies, work commitments, weather conditions or changes to personal circumstances.
What happens if I arrive late?
Please arrive 10 minutes before the class starts. If you arrive 30 minutes or more after the scheduled start time, we reserve the right to refuse entry. In this situation, no refund or rescheduling will be offered.
Can I bring my child?
Participants must be 11 years or older. Participants aged 11–17 must be able to work independently, handle ceramic pieces safely and follow the tutor’s instructions. This is an adult-paced workshop, not a children’s class.
What happens if my class is cancelled by the studio?
We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a class due to low bookings or circumstances beyond our control. We will always make every effort to provide as much notice as possible. Our usual no-refund/no-rescheduling policy does not apply when a class is cancelled by us.
Location

Cernamic Deptford, 2 Harton Street, London

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A rare and hidden pottery Eden in the heart of east London, Stoke Newington. Cernamic studio in Stoke Newington was founded, created, and built during the first lockdown of the pandemic, through hard work, blood, sweat, and tears. Nam and Susi two professional ceramicists run this fun and affordable pottery studio open for everyone from all walks of life.
Nam Tran is an award-winning practitioner who gives lectures and demos at universities and exhibits internationally. A ceramic lecturer and head of the departments in design and multi-media with Kensington and Chelsea college. Nam specialises in wheel-thrown raku, bringing years of experience and craftsmanship to every object made.
Tran's work is focused primarily on exploring the physical properties of clay and material experimentation is a strong characteristic of his work. He has been developing making enclosed forms that are much stronger than open forms and therefore resonates well with the alternative firing technique he uses. His work is dominated by thrown pieces that subtly echo the urban roots and conceptual design. Nam Tran first made pots as a teenager on a wheel in his own bedroom and remembers being captivated by the experience. With his unique alternatives methods and approach to ceramics, Nam Tran identifies rules and manipulates and bends them.

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