Tray and Plate Making and Decorating Class with Underglaze

Learn how to slab build a plate or tray and decorate with underglaze techniques.



2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 7 (public classes), 6 to 10
  £70

Important venue update: All workshops will take place at our new studio at 377 Station Road, Forest Gate.
Inspired by English Delftware, we will create a tray or plate using the slab technique and then decorate using underglaze.
In this class, you will learn:
  • How to mould a plate or tray with slab
  • Using white slip (and why it's better than white clay!)
  • Using underglazes
  • Using stencil techniques for underglaze
  • Using sgraffito and other carving techniques for underglaze
Your piece will then be bisque fired and finished with transparent glaze, fired to 1220C.
You will be required to return to the studio 6 weeks after you class date to collect your work. Postage is available at extra cost.
Please note: We strive to help you create something amazing during your pottery class. Because each piece is handmade and involves many variables (such as clay handling, glaze, and firing conditions), we’re unable to offer refunds or replacements for defects or damages that occur in items you’ve made.

Upcoming dates for Tray and Plate Making and Decorating Class with Underglaze

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 3 Oct 2026, 8:00pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

9 upcoming dates between 20 Oct 2026 and 16 Jan 2027.

  • Tue 20 Oct 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Sat 31 Oct 2026, 10:30am-1pm
  • Sat 31 Oct 2026, 2:30pm-5pm
  • Sun 29 Nov 2026, 10:30am-1pm
  • Sun 29 Nov 2026, 2:30pm-5pm
  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 10:30am-1pm
  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 2:30pm-5pm
  • Sat 16 Jan 2027, 10:30am-1pm
  • Sat 16 Jan 2027, 2:30pm-5pm
What you'll get
One decorated tray or plate
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Knowledge required
Class is open to all levels of experience, with many different techniques to learn.
What to bring
No need to bring anything, but any inspiration is welcome. Aprons and materials are provided.
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

Roots and Shoots - 377 Station Road E7 0AB

WE ARE MOVING. This class is at our New Location. A short walk from Forest Gate tube or Wanstead Park overground station.

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  • 5/5 from Lauren Gregory, attended Aug 2026: We both really enjoyed the session and can’t wait to see the finished pieces! Lovely studio and teacher, would definitely book again.
  • 5/5 from Emma Hampson-Jones, attended Aug 2026: Had an amazing time this morning at this class. I learnt so much, it was a fun and relaxed environment. I have joined as a member and did this class to build my confidence. I can’t wait to get back and practice what I learnt today!
  • 5/5 from Mark Glasgow, attended Aug 2026: Very chilled environment, engaging and fun class. Teacher kept the momentum going smoothly - would absolutely come again.
  • 5/5 from Lucia, attended Aug 2026: Fab workshop!
  • 5/5 from Emily, attended Jul 2026: Very fun class! Would recommend going with some inspiration on what you want to do as the time flies by. Lots of colours of glazes to choose from and shapes of plates. The teacher was really nice and helpful and the studio has a great atmosphere!
  • 5/5 from Charlotte Khunpha-Ridley, attended Jul 2026: I had a lot of fun learning how to make and decorate a plate. Martha was a great tutor and I enjoyed the atmosphere. I can't wait to see the finished result once it is fired!
  • 5/5 from Lucca, attended Jul 2026: attended the delftware tray class and had a fantastic time. perfect size of class to get everyone to know each other and be involved. Martha was a great teacher, really interactive and clearly knowledgeable - had some great stories! the new studio is lovely, the class room space is just the right size! honestly 11/10 would return
  • 5/5 from Maria Agra Bermejo, attended Jun 2026: Martha was a great teacher and the class was a lot of fun, it’s a lovely space
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jun 2026: Really great class! Sorrel was so helpful and informative. Very relaxing session with easy to follow instructions and lots of guidance given when needed. Would definitely recommend!
  • 5/5 from Catherine Gibson, attended May 2026: I took my sister as a birthday present. Sorrel was a brilliant teacher. Informative, telling us a little bit about Delft pottery, encouraging when we were nervous to first put paint to clay and supportive of our ideas. The morning flew by and I will definitely be looking out for more courses to book. Thank you Sorrel for a fab morning. Catherine and Julia
  • 5/5 from Mandy George, attended May 2026: Such a fun class, wonderful teacher, and managed to make a lovely plate in just 2 hours - highly recommended!
  • 5/5 from Gaia, attended May 2026: I had a great time learning how to do a clay Delftware-inspired plate, the teacher was very thorough in giving the instructions and also incredibly friendly and just lovely to talk to. The group itself was amazing and it felt like we all knew each other. I would definitely do other classes in the future!
  • 5/5 from Anushka Redkar, attended Apr 2026: super friendly instructors. Provide with all the information, help and laughs needed to have a perfect session!
  • 5/5 from Harriet Cotterill, attended Apr 2026: Really enjoyed this class, great instruction from the teachers too.
  • 5/5 from Alice Coutin, attended Apr 2026: We absolutely loved the pottery course! The teachers were fun, friendly, and incredibly helpful. They gave us just the right amount of background on the techniques, which made it easy and enjoyable to start creating and decorating our own plates. The atmosphere was lovely, welcoming, relaxed, and supportive throughout. As it was our first course, we were especially delighted with what we managed to create by the end! A big thank you for such a wonderful experience. Ahmed, Romain, and Alice (and Jean-Luc & Joe)
  • 5/5 from Ella Pepperell, attended Apr 2026: I booked this class for my girlfriend’s birthday and we loved it! Sorrel and Martha were super helpful, knowledgable, and patient. I would recommend this to anyone!
  • 5/5 from Lucy Fyffe, attended Feb 2026: Did a private plate-making class with some friends for my birthday and everyone absolutely LOVED it. Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Phoebe Braithwaite, attended Feb 2026: The class was so fun – so much room for your own ideas and expression and the plate-making was fun and straightforward. Sorrel was amazing, and there were lots of different techniques you could try out. I took my friend as a birthday present and we both had loads of fun.
  • 5/5 from Zura Wafir, attended Feb 2026: Such a great class, learnt so much and Sorrel was so helpful and lovely. Couldn’t recommend more!
  • 5/5 from Isobel, attended Jan 2026: This class was lots of fun and was great to learn the history of Deftware. Sorrel as always was really helpful and gave great advice to make each design happen. Would really recommend!
  • 5/5 from Sally Randall, attended Dec 2025: This was my second class with Sorrell (I previously attended her medieval jug workshop - also fab!). I learned a lot, but it was also so relaxed and fun - who knew about shaping a plate by dropping it? A perfect evening.
  • 5/5 from Aneira Farrelly, attended Dec 2025: Such a fun and accessible class! Sorrel was a delight, super helpful and accommodating. Great class environment for getting to know new people as well as learning more about pottery, and of course getting creative! Thank you so much!
  • 5/5 from Anissa Colaco Souza, attended Dec 2025: I really enjoyed this class, Sorrel is a great teacher, we had some lovely references for inspiration and she taught us how to do the moulding really clearly.
  • 5/5 from Louisa Taylor, attended Nov 2025: Me and my sister had such a great morning making and painting our plates. We can’t wait to see how they come out! Sorrel was an amazing teacher and helped with any ideas we had. Would definitely recommend this class
  • 5/5 from Molly Taylor Prevett, attended Nov 2025: I had the best time ever Such a nice intimate class, fantastic teaching and a super relaxed morning Can’t wait to see the final plate
  • 5/5 from Veronika Olikova, attended Oct 2025: I had the best time! The class was super interesting and Sorrel explained everything clearly, and was always happy to help when needed. I’d definitely recommend it to everyone.
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Oct 2025: The defltware class was so fun! Sorrel was such a great teacher and really well planned so we had lots of time for the painting. And nice to learn about British delftware traditions!
  • 5/5 from Jessica Bryant, attended Sep 2025: Great class, informative, fun and really pleased with what I did in the end. Sorrel was a great teacher and made it very simple to follow, I was surprised how much we could get done in the time. Highly reccommend the photo is pre firing
  • 5/5 from Alice Dale, attended Sep 2025: We had so much fun, and Sorrel was a super teacher and great company!
  • 5/5 from Claire Leith, attended Sep 2025: Sorrel is an incredible teacher and I loved learning a new technique that made plate making so much easier!
  • 5/5 from Kelli, attended Sep 2025: Brilliant class in a lovely space great teacher and a lot of fun and learned so much.
  • 5/5 from Isabel Colomar, attended Sep 2025: Sorrel is a skilled teacher, very supportive and good knowledge to share A happy group the people very artístic and friendly environment I learn about dwarf pottery All was excellent
  • 5/5 from Angharad Steele, attended Jul 2025: A fantastic class for learning how to make plates, including plenty of tips on using underglaze and lots of delftware inspiration!
  • 5/5 from Joselle Carrillo, attended Jun 2025: I booked this class to learn about the history of english delftware and expand my illustration skills with ceramics. I can happily say this course did just that! Sorrel was very informative about the materials and techniques, and I feel the course was just the right pace for newbies and experienced makers alike. I love my plate and highly recommend this class!
  • 5/5 from James Robins, attended Jun 2025: I did this course with some friends, all with different experience levels. We all enjoyed it a lot. The teacher, Sorrel, was very helpful. And the studio is a delight hidden gem. I highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Lucy, attended Jun 2025: Great class Will re do this class and try others Can’t wait to see what my plate looks like when fired
  • 5/5 from Charlotte Dawnay, attended Mar 2025: I took the delftware class for beginners and it was highly enjoyable, relaxed and productive - it was so cool to actually get to make the dish itself. Sorrel our teacher was fun, attentive and gave really great creative direction if we were stuck. The class was incredibly good value and comes highly recommended!
  • 5/5 from Isobel Ames, attended Mar 2025: Had an amazing time making English Delftware plates. Sorrel was super accommodating and made the class really fun and interesting - would definitely do another :)
  • 5/5 from Tia Tait, attended Mar 2025: This class was amazing! Sorrel was such a patient and well-informed teacher - she helped so much with any mistakes and was very kind. I adored making my delftware plate and learning about the history! I had such a good time - would highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Madeleine Miller, attended Mar 2025: This was an absolutely fantastic class! We all had a really fun time, and I loved that we were able to explore traditional techniques and learn about the history of delftware whilst also having total freedom to create what we wanted. Sorrel was an excellent teacher and helped us with all matters technical and creative, especially those of us who were a little less sure about our artistic abilities. This is a great activity if you're looking for something a little different, and suitable both for total beginners and those who have more experience. Highly recommend! Can't wait to have my plate at home!
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