Nerikomi Pottery Workshop

An intricate Japanese method of layering and slicing coloured clay to create stunning patterns.



2 hours

Class size 1 to 5 (public classes), 5 to 8
  £65 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to create your own unique plant pot using the traditional Japanese Nerikomi technique. Throughout the session, you'll develop skills in layering and slicing coloured clay while crafting a beautiful, patterned plant pot to take home.
This creative activity welcomes participants of all skill levels, requiring no previous pottery experience. The process of working with Nerikomi offers both technical precision and artistic freedom – making it accessible for beginners while still engaging for experienced makers.
During the workshop, expert tutor Lisa will guide you step-by-step through this mesmerising Japanese method that involves layering different coloured clays, then slicing through them to reveal stunning patterns. You'll learn how to shape these patterned clay sections into a functional plant pot that adds a touch of handmade beauty to your home. The intricate, one-of-a-kind patterns created through this technique make each finished piece truly unique.
By the end of this inspiring workshop, you'll have created your own Nerikomi plant pot and gained insight into a fascinating traditional pottery technique that you can continue to explore.
Suitable for

This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed.

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 fun gift for her, gift for mum, Father's Day gift or gift for couples.

Location

Hive Design Studio - 52 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon, CR2 9EA, England

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Two friends who met at the school gates to their sons's primary school and bonded over inset days and coffee. We open The Hive in July 2024. From different worlds, Felicity has a background in craft and spent the last 17 years designing and developing the Christmas bear for Harrods, Jo has spent her career in hospitality and events, making things happen! We have come together to create a Sanctuary in Sanderstead.
We both grew up here in Sanderstead, so know how special this community is. We wanted to open somewhere for people to enjoy, relax and create in an ever busy world. We snapped up the opportunity to open a studio in a converted bus shelter! Join us for one of our many workshops, craft, connect, create.
We also like to venture outside our little studio and get on the road! If you have a request for a workshop in a venue of your choosing then please give us a shout. We have facilitated workshops for corporate away days and charity team days and would love to help your team days be a memorable event!

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