Wheel Throwing Pottery Class

Enjoy a relaxing, creative experience at this pottery workshop in Kettering.



2 hours Class size 1 to 4 guests    

  £75 (£30 per class surcharge applies for private classes) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Settle in with refreshments

Settle in with Refreshments

A few mins to settle and chance to answer any queries before we get on the Potters Wheel


Demo time

Demo Time

We’ll go through each of the steps in the making process on the Potters Wheel together, so you are clear what to do when it’s your turn


Over to you

Over to You

Lots of hands-on help to make your lovely pots


Perfectly formed

Perfectly Formed

The finished thrown pot is lifted off the wheel, ready to dry. Later it can have a handle added


Session cylinders and bowls

Session Cylinders and Bowls

Everyone makes usable pots on the potters wheel, with hands-on support and lots of encouragement.


Fired and finished

Fired and Finished

Once through the two firings, they are now glazed and ready for use. You can choose to leave them White as standard, or come back and paint them for a small additional fee.


If you've always wanted to give pottery a go but weren't sure where to begin, this ceramics experience in Kettering would make a brilliant starting point. Under the watchful eye of experienced potter Louise, you'll take to the wheel as you learn the techniques to throw your own earthenware mug or bowl.
In this serene pottery experience, you'll learn each step of the process at your own pace, using white earthenware clay to build your own unique vessel. Don't worry if this is your first time trying pottery, as you'll have help and guidance from Louise throughout the session. She'll show you the proper way to use the wheel as you shape, mould and guide your clay to its final form.
Everything you need will be provided on the day, so you just need to show up and enjoy two hours of creative zen. You'll leave the class happy, creatively refreshed and eagerly awaiting your piece's return from the kiln.
Please note:
This session is perfect for people aged 16+
You will need to arrange to collect (in about two weeks time) once fired, or your pieces can easily be posted at cost.
What you'll get
  • Tea, coffee and water provided.
  • All the materials needed to throw at least one glazed pot or mug to be collected or received after firing.
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Knowledge required
Suitable for beginners
Age 16+
What to bring
Ideally have short nails, be prepared to get dusty so wear clothes that won't matter and flat shoes.
Location

The Pottery is on Cranleigh Rd at the back of the - 133 Headlands, Kettering, NN15 6AE

you can park safely on Cranleigh Road (off Headlands) which is adjacent to the pottery, the gate will be open just look for the black fence with horizontal lines. If you are travelling by train the pottery is 11 mins walk from Kettering station.

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Your teacher

Louise Crookenden-Johnson Ceramics
Louise Crookenden-Johnson Ceramics

5.0 (197)
female Women-owned

Hello, I’m Louise
I adore leading pottery experiences, passing on pottery skills to other people. Clay is infectious!
I did a degree in Ceramics at Loughborough in the late 1980s and then had community arts roles and a pottery business in my 20's and 30's. After a career in children's services and growing my family I'm now full time in the pottery.
My dad, Rodney, was a brilliant bird artist, and both he and my mum found ways to encourage my artistic nature. They supported me in everything I did. Aged 13, I had a day with a local potter and was hooked on the clay.
When I started out in Ceramics in the 1990's the internet was just an idea, but with the help of my adult children I've grown my online presence and enjoy customer interactions both in person and over social media.
I also head out to in person markets all over the country in the festive run up. Pop by and say hello!
I have a beautiful workshop which is bright and spacious, so the perfect commute down the garden path and the big pine table which is the hub of activity great for gathering with others who want to learn the craft or chatting to friends and neighbours as I make.
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