Kurinuki Cup Making Pottery Workshop

Carve your own Kurinuki cup in this creative ceramics workshop in Hackney Wick.



1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 6 to 30

  £55 - £63 (£63 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, £55/guest for 8+ guests)

Welcome to Our Canal-side Studio

Welcome to Our Canal-side Studio

Enjoy a peaceful welcome in our canal-side ceramics studio before discovering the beauty of traditional Japanese Kurinuki.


Kurinuki & Carve & Reveal

Kurinuki & Carve & Reveal

Slowly hollow out your clay, letting every cut reveal a unique shape and texture of your own cup.


Refine the Shape

Refine the Shape

Shape the rim, smooth the surface, and add your own personal finishing touches.


Choose Your Curated Glaze

Choose Your Curated Glaze

Select your favourite glaze from our studio special collection. We'll glaze and fire it for you.


Collect Your Handmade Kurinuki Cup

Collect Your Handmade Kurinuki Cup

Around 5 weeks later, your one of a kind Kurinuki cup will be ready to enjoy at home.


Experience a rare and playful approach to ceramics in this Kurinuki class in London, where making a vessel becomes an intuitive and creative journey. Kurinuki is a traditional Japanese carving technique that transforms a single block of clay into a unique, organic form. Guided by our skilled instructor, you’ll carve your own cup or small bowl.
Perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a fresh perspective on ceramics, this class offers a relaxed, hands-on environment to experiment and connect with the clay in a mindful way. A small group setting with up to 10 participants ensures plenty of personal guidance and space to explore!
What to expect:
  • Step-by-step guidance on traditional Kurinuki carving techniques.
  • Time to design and carve your own cup from a solid block of clay.
  • Choose a glaze from our studio glaze board at the end of the session.
  • One fired piece (up to 8 cm × 12 cm) included in the fee; additional or larger pieces can be fired for an extra cost.
  • Please only fire pieces you truly love to support sustainability.
Your finished piece will be glazed and fired by our team and ready for collection around five weeks after your class. We’ll email you once it’s ready -- please collect within four weeks, as uncollected work will be donated due to limited studio space.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a unique hand-carved creation and a newfound appreciation for this meditative, organic approach to clay.

Upcoming dates for Kurinuki Cup Making Pottery Workshop

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 2:03am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 17 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026.

  • Sat 17 Oct 2026, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 1pm-2:30pm
What you'll get
  • All clay, tools, and apron provided during the session.
  • The opportunity to carve and shape your own unique hand-crafted cup.
  • Professional glazing and firing in your chosen finish.
  • A notification once your finished piece is ready for collection (approximately 4–5 weeks later).
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Just yourself and a good mood!
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.

Location

Trace Ceramics Studio, Hackney Wick - Hackney Wick, London

Located in Omega Works, a creative complex along Roach Road, Hackney Wick — just a 6-minute walk from Hackney Wick Overground Station or a 15-minute walk from Hackney Central. We’re also close to V&A East Storehouse and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Street parking is limited, so public transport or cycling is recommended.

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Recent reviews of Kurinuki Cup Making Pottery Workshop

  • 5/5 from Cheung Ka Chun, attended Jul 2026: I came alone for the Kurinuki cup workshop and had a really lovely time. I was new to this technique, but the teacher made it easy to follow and very relaxed. I especially liked that the cup kept its handmade marks and didn’t need to be perfect. Calm studio, kind teacher, and a very nice afternoon.
  • 5/5 from Chan Ka Yan, attended Jul 2026: The workshop was a lovely way to spend an afternoon. It was creative, relaxing and gave us something meaningful to take home together. Will come back to try other pottery classes!!
  • 5/5 from Oliva, attended Jul 2026: We booked this workshop as part of my birthday with my partner, and it was such a lovely experience. The Kurinuki technique was really unique and easy to enjoy, even as complete beginners. Anji was warm, patient, and made everyone feel at ease. The peaceful canalside studio created such a relaxing atmosphere. We can’t wait to see our finished cups and would definitely recommend it for a special date or celebration.
  • 5/5 from Imogen Parker, attended Jul 2026: A wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Everything was well prepared. Great for anyone looking to try something new.
  • 5/5 from Chloé Laurent, attended Jul 2026: Such a unique pottery workshop! I loved carving my own cup, and the whole experience was relaxing and inspiring. Highly recommended!
  • 5/5 from Ben Harris, attended Jul 2026: Had a really enjoyable afternoon making a Kurinuki cup. The instructor was friendly, patient, and explained each step clearly. A great experience if you’re looking to try something creative in London.
  • 5/5 from Hanyi Mei, attended Jul 2026: I joined the Kurinuki Cup Making Workshop with a friend and we both had a really lovely time. The class was relaxed and beginner-friendly, and the teacher explained everything clearly without making us feel rushed. It was fun seeing how different our cups turned out, even though we followed the same technique. The studio was calm and welcoming, and it was a really nice activity to do together. We’d definitely come back for another workshop.
  • 5/5 from Jules Mercier, attended Jul 2026: I had such a lovely time at the Kurinuki Cup Making Workshop! The teacher explained each step clearly and was very patient and helpful throughout the session. I really enjoyed the freedom of carving and shaping my own cup, and the studio atmosphere was calm and welcoming. It was a relaxing and creative experience, and I can’t wait to see the finished piece after firing!
  • 5/5 from Cathie Millar, attended May 2026: Really fun experience. Angie was a great teacher - gave clear direction and guidance. Made 2 cups/bowls and got to choose glazes. Looking forward to seeing the finished result in a few weeks after firing. Would do it again
  • 5/5 from Zoe Bryant, attended Jan 2026: Relaxing class, nice atmosphere. Could just sit and enjoy the technique. Studio offers a beautiful set of glazes so your pot can have a really premium finish. I enjoyed the kurinuki technique. I'm definitely going to look up their other classes
  • 5/5 from Joanna Pulford, attended Dec 2025: I really enjoyed this corse, the teacher was lovely and very knowledgeable. It was a really calming experience and I didn’t realise I was getting to make two cups! I wasn’t rushed and everyone was really sweet about what I made. I cannot wait to see them glazed and fired. It was only £10 extra. Loved it!
Your teacher

Trace Ceramics Studio
Trace Ceramics Studio

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female Women-owned

Welcome to Trace Ceramics Studio, an Asian-inspired pottery studio in Hackney Wick. We offer a range of pottery courses, from immersive long-term programs to one-time workshops where you can try out different Asian pottery techniques.
With monthly membership options available, you’ll have the freedom to keep exploring at your own pace. Come join us and experience the art of ceramics in a warm, inspiring space!

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