Pottery Mug Workshop - Making and Painting

Make a clay mug, dog bowl, or vase and paint it in the same class!



2 hours

Class size 1 to 18 (public classes), 8 to 60

  £35 - £39 (£39 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, £38/guest for 10+ guests, £35/guest for 30+ guests) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)
Ready to get your hands dirty (in the best way)? In this pottery class in London, you’ll dive into the relaxing and playful world of hand-building - a pottery technique that lets you shape clay entirely by hand. It’s a slower, more sculptural process that’s perfect for beginners and lets you get really creative with shapes and designs.
You’ll get to design and build your very own pottery piece from scratch - whether that’s a mug for your morning coffee, a vase for your favourite flowers, a bowl for snacks (or your dog’s dinner), or something totally unexpected. Want to make a fruit-shaped candle holder? Go for it. A weird little trinket dish with a face on it? Absolutely.
There’s no right or wrong - just your creative flair, a bit of guidance, and plenty of laughs along the way. No experience needed. Just show up, relax, and see where your ideas take you.
Easy, creative and beginner-friendly
We’ll teach you the key hand-building techniques: coiling, pinching and slab-building. These are the foundations of traditional pottery and are surprisingly easy to pick up. Once your shape is formed, the fun really begins - painting and decorating with a full range of colours, patterns, and finishes. Go bold or go minimal. Either way, it’s totally your style.
Learn as you go
As you’re creating, we’ll talk you through the whole process - how clay behaves, how pieces are fired in the kiln at a sizzling 1300°C, and how glazing gives your creation a glossy, food-safe finish. It’s hands-on, informative and super satisfying seeing how a lump of clay transforms into something beautiful and lasting.
Want to keep it forever?
For £6-10 (depending on size), we’ll fire and glaze your piece so it’s microwave, dishwasher and life-proof. You’ll get a proper, usable item you made with your own hands.
Come on your own, bring a date or round up some mates. You can bring your own drinks and enjoy a chilled, hands-on evening at House Pottery London.
What you'll get
  • All materials included.
  • We’ll provide everything: clay, tools, paints, and aprons. Just wear clothes you don’t mind getting a bit dusty (clay dust washes out easily).
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly!
What to bring
A drink if you want to, happily bring a glass of wine or a beer - we have plastic cups!

FAQ

Are you wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately not, we’re on the 2nd floor without a lift.
Can you do kid's parties?
We're not setup to do private kid's parties, however, you may come with a few kid's as part of a family. Please note, this class and other classes in the building are BYOB meaning alcohol might be brought by other guests to consume onsite.
Location

STUDIO HOUSE - 132 Wandsworth Road, London SW8 2LB

This venue is a 30 second walk from Nine Elms Tube Station (Northern Line), 5 min walk from Vauxhall Tube Station (Victoria Line), 10 min walk from Battersea and Oval Tube Station (Northern Line)

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Discover the joy of pottery at our welcoming studios in
  • London: Nine Elms (near Vauxhall and Battersea, just a stone’s throw from Brixton and Clapham)
  • Manchester: Northern Quarter behind a street full of restaurants/bars near the Arndale shopping centre!
Whether you’re planning a wholesome get-together with friends, a fun-filled hen or stag do, a unique birthday party, or a memorable corporate or social event, we’ve got you covered.
Unleash your creativity, get your hands messy, and craft lasting memories with us!
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