Why Online Pottery Classes Are Great for Your Wellbeing

Curious about online pottery classes? If you’re looking for some soothing things to do on a rainy day at home, carving out some time to enjoy a clay-date could be just the ticket to some much-needed relaxation. You'll build creative new skills and be more than ready to try our pottery classes in London when you're next in the city!

People spend a lot of their adult lives working, sleeping, eating and repeating, and not enough time playing or simply being. Some say that art and craft for adults is what playing is for kids, as it gives you the opportunity to let your imagination run free whilst clearing your mind of cares, worries and stresses. And well, we’d have to agree! With a playful craft such as DIY pottery, you can get to grips with a gooey, mouldable substance and create something beautiful, all from your own imagination and inspiration! 

Enjoying a spot of pottery at home actually has a multitude of benefits (aside from getting to design your own chic ceramics), many of which contribute positively to your mental wellbeing. So, naturally, in the days of being confined to our own four walls, endless doom and gloom on the news and a complete lack of real-life social interaction - we think giving some wellbeing-boosting DIY pottery a chance is a worthwhile way to spend a free afternoon.  

With our online classes and pottery starter kits, having a little play with clay has never been easier. But, if you’re still not convinced, here are some reasons why you should give our online pottery classes a try today: 

Making pottery at home can be a great creative outlet 

Got lots of thoughts, feelings and worries cooped up in your mind? Let them be free with an online pottery class, where you’ll spend a few relaxing hours shaping and moulding your very own pot. 

When you work with clay, you’ll gain full control of its shape and design, and as you craft and create, you’ll subconsciously begin the process your thoughts and feelings. With the clay under your control, you’ll have something to master and perfect whilst you express your emotions without the need for words. This is one of the many reasons why DIY pottery is a therapeutic experience for many. So, next time you’re looking for creative indoor activities to help you express yourself, look no further than an online pottery class! 

You can enjoy an online pottery class in the comfort of your own home

Trying out a new hobby can be a daunting experience, especially if you’re going it alone. That’s why we think UK lockdown is the perfect time to start your love affair with DIY pottery. With our virtual classes and pottery tool kits, you’ll be able to stay cosy on your couch and try something new without venturing too far out of your comfort zone. This way, you can learn your craft without the anxieties of leaving the house and going to a class filled with new faces. You’ll be able to focus solely on relaxing and creating - the way it should be! Then, after practising and honing your DIY pottery skills, you’ll start to build your confidence. In time, you might even fancy meeting some like-minded pottery enthusiasts through in-person groups, clubs and workshops! 

Try DIY pottery when you’re looking for productive things to do at home

Some people seem to be spending their lockdowns learning five languages, starting small businesses and reading their way through every self-help book on the planet  - so it can be easy to feel unproductive in comparison. However, not everybody is in the same mental space and not everybody can be productive during such a trying time - and that’s ok! So next time you’re looking for productive things to do at home, why not put down the French dictionary and pick up a pottery starter kit instead? 

Although being productive can improve our mental wellbeing by helping us to feel a sense of normalcy (in an otherwise chaotic world), productivity doesn’t have to be something that can be monetized or benefit you professionally. It could just be something that helps your headspace, or simply puts a smile on your face. 

With an online pottery class, you can learn some new skills, make something you’re proud of and let your hair down as you unwind and relax with this calming craft! As you transform a dull, moist, lump of clay from your DIY kit into a beautiful bowl, a perfect plant pot or a cute mug for your morning coffee - there’s no way you won’t feel accomplished and productive, whilst still also feeling as though you’ve relaxed and had fun. It truly is a win-win situation when it comes to finding productive and fun things to do at home! 

Get social with a DIY pottery virtual experience

Looking for new virtual experiences to get social with, other than the usual Zoom quiz? A DIY pottery virtual class and pottery kit, is a great way to connect with faraway friends and family whilst sharing in a unified virtual experience. 

When it comes to mental wellbeing, loneliness can play a large role in making us feel lost and isolated in our thoughts and emotions. Connecting with others is a great way to remind yourself you’re not alone, no matter how far away you might feel from workmates, friends and family. However, sometimes another Zoom call just won’t cut it. With a hands-on experience like an online pottery class and the background chatter of your loved ones online, you’ll forget all about the ‘virtual’ aspect and start to feel as though they are really in the room. Or, try a public online class and meet some new friends! 

Want to know the best online pottery classes and kits to try this year? Click here.

Try our London pottery classes to help you unwind in the city

Spending some time in the city and looking for new things to do in London? Why not head to a local pottery studio and get creative with homemade clay? Pottery classes are a fantastic alternative to the usual indoor activities and will help you get out into the city for an afternoon or evening of magnificent messy fun.

Complete beginner? No worries! Guided by some of the best local makers, our London pottery classes are the perfect chance to try wheel throwing or ceramic painting in a calm atmosphere and will leave you with new skills and a beautiful piece of DIY home decor to take home. You can even bring your work friends along and create handmade pottery together, it's one of the best team building activities around.

Pottery at home is a wonderful way to relax and reduce stress

Aside from DIY pottery being a super fun activity to indulge in, did you know that just 45 minutes of moulding and shaping could actually lower the amount of cortisol (the stress hormone) in your body? Well, you do now! As you get lost in this captivating craft, you’ll start to feel your worries melt away. So, when you’re next looking for relaxing things to do on your own to help yourself unwind from a busy or stressful week (which let’s face it, is nearly every week these days!), we think you should consider trying a pottery class online. It might seem an unlikely way of switching off, but trust us when we say that with this stress-relieving hobby, relaxation is definitely guaranteed. Try some online pottery classes for yourself so see how therapeutic this craft can really be!