Kintsugi Workshop

Join us to repair handmade ceramic pieces in this kintsugi class in London.



2 hours Location Hackney Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 6 to 10   £40

Welcome to Cernamic 🎨

Welcome to Cernamic

Welcome to our Dalston 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 located right next to Dalston Junction Station and Dalston Kingsland Station, just behind the gates!


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.Before booking, please note:
  • 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.

Upcoming dates for Kintsugi Workshop

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 16 Oct 2026, 9:31pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

59 upcoming dates between 24 Oct 2026 and 18 Dec 2027.

  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 31 Oct 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 7 Nov 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 14 Nov 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 28 Nov 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 5 Dec 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 19 Dec 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 9 Jan 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 16 Jan 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 23 Jan 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 30 Jan 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 6 Feb 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 13 Feb 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 20 Feb 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 27 Feb 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 6 Mar 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 13 Mar 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 20 Mar 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 27 Mar 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 3 Apr 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 10 Apr 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 17 Apr 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 24 Apr 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 1 May 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
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  • Sat 15 May 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 22 May 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 29 May 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 5 Jun 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 12 Jun 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 19 Jun 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 26 Jun 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 3 Jul 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 10 Jul 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 17 Jul 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 24 Jul 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 31 Jul 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 7 Aug 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 14 Aug 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 21 Aug 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 28 Aug 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 4 Sep 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 11 Sep 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 18 Sep 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 25 Sep 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 2 Oct 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 9 Oct 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 16 Oct 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 23 Oct 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 30 Oct 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 6 Nov 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 13 Nov 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 20 Nov 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 27 Nov 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 4 Dec 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 11 Dec 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 18 Dec 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm
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, Christmas party, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift 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

10-16 Ashwin St, London E8 3DL

Kintsugi Workshop location
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Recent reviews of Kintsugi Workshop

  • 5/5 from Paula Witheridge, attended Oct 2026: Amazing class, teacher was excellent, and very patient
  • 5/5 from Vilma Angelini, attended Sep 2026: Me and my daughters really enjoyed this class.
  • 5/5 from Stavros Gkavalias, attended Aug 2026: Fiona was absolutely amazing and very informative!
  • 5/5 from Alec George Doran-Twyford, attended Aug 2026: just a fantstic exprience!
  • 5/5 from Tim Bowers, attended Aug 2026: This was a lovely way to spend a few hours. Fiona was a fun and engaging teacher. The pots we used were all really nice and well made and was hard to choose which one to smash. Can definitely recommend.
  • 5/5 from Margarita O, attended Aug 2026: We had loads of fun at this course! The teacher was super helpful and gave us loads of information and history too. We really enjoyed our day :)
  • 5/5 from Suman Gurung, attended Aug 2026: Fun activity that was well explained by Fiona the workshop teacher who was great. Very accommodating also as we had gone to the wrong venue initially by mistake.
  • 5/5 from Michail Aftzoglou, attended Jul 2026: Interesting class, clean room, organised table, well explained process.
Your teacher

Cernamic
Cernamic

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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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