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Pottery - Make a Vase!

5(6 reviews)
Learn to make a pinch-pot vase from air-drying clay!
In-person
£35 pp
2hrs
Beginner
What happens in this class?

A relaxing 2-hour pottery workshop focusing on traditional hand-building techniques using minimal tools.

You will learn how to make a pinch pot vase out of air-drying clay and will be guided through how to personalise it. From simple minimalist vases to maximalist creations, Clay Wild will help you find your wild and make your vase completely your own!

The class will start with Head Potter Megan taking you through the basic pinch technique - she will then show you how to build on this to assemble a vase!

At the end of the class, you will have a…

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Things to remember

We provide:

  • Enough clay for each person to make a vase
  • Tools
  • Table cover and work boards for the clay
  • Sponges
  • Cloths for wiping hands

You will need:

  • Cups or bowls for water (these will wash up easily at the end of the class)
  • To wear something you don't…
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FAQs
Is there a minimum/maximum number for the class?
Yes - there is a class minimum of 4 and maximum of 20 (depending on the space size). For any larger corporate events, please get in touch.
Where does the class take place?
This is a travelling studio, meaning we come to you! We can serve homes, event spaces, offices - just get in touch with Head Potter Megan if you have any questions: meganprestonelliott@gmail.com
Won’t I need a pottery wheel, like in the film ‘Ghost’?
No - Clay Wild utilises hand-building techniques with minimal equipment required, meaning that the clay workshops are easily accessible to all! (Sorry if this has shattered your ‘Ghost’ dreams)
Do I need to wear a mask during the class?
Currently, you do not need to wear a mask but you are more than welcome to do so if you feel more comfortable. If you would like Head Potter Megan to wear a mask, just let us know and she is happy to wear one. If any government guidelines change, we'll adapt accordingly.
What Covid-19 safety precautions do you have in place?
For the safety of the group during the Covid-19 pandemic, we ask that the space for the event is adequately ventilated (has a window that can be opened) and that members of the group refrain from attending if they present with Covid-19 symptoms. Should the event need to be rescheduled due to attendees contracting Covid-19, please contact us and we can rearrange. Each member of the group will be provided with their own toolkit and portioned clay to avoid needing to share.
How long does the clay take to dry?
Approximately 2-3 days. You'll notice when you work with the clay that it's quite moist to the touch and darker grey in colour. When it dries it will be a lighter grey and feel a bit dusty to the touch. We do recommend leaving your clay creations at the host's house/venue to dry before collecting.
Latest Reviews
5(6 reviews)
Cato Vermeulen - 4 November 2021
It was such a beautiful experience for me as it was my first time doing this. I felt very much in touch with my creative and feminine side, and it gave me so much energy and inspiration! Definitely not my last class with her. Can’t recommend her enough as she’s so gentle, sweet and caring, guiding us step by step through the process. 🦋💘
Cato Vermeulen - 4 November 2021
It was such a beautiful experience for me as it was my first time doing this. I felt very much in touch with my creative and feminine side, and it gave me so much energy and inspiration! Definitely not my last class with her. Can’t recommend her enough as she’s so gentle, sweet and caring, guiding us step by step through the process. 🦋💘
Jelka - 30 October 2021
Megan is absolutely amazing! She is very friendly and helpful and I had such a great time learning how to make a vase from her. I can highly recommend booking a class with her and I can't wait for my next one!
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Booking Options
Private BookingFor groups of 4 to 20 guests
£35

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Age Requirement

18

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.
Your Teacher

Clay Wild is a Pottery Studio for everyone. Clay Wild care about making pottery accessible for all, utilising air-drying clay and hand-built techniques that have been used for thousands of years with few tools needed. Clay Wild help attendees reconnect to their own wild and unlock the creativity that we all hold within us.

Head Potter Megan trained in Fine Art at City & Guilds of London Art School where she specialised in sculpture and first discovered her love for ceramics. Since graduating in 2018 with a First Class degree, Megan has been facilitating pottery and art classes to…

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Reviews

Cato Vermeulen - 4 November 2021
It was such a beautiful experience for me as it was my first time doing this. I felt very much in touch with my creative and feminine side, and it gave me so much energy and inspiration! Definitely not my last class with her. Can’t recommend her enough as she’s so gentle, sweet and caring, guiding us step by step through the process. 🦋💘
Cato Vermeulen - 4 November 2021
It was such a beautiful experience for me as it was my first time doing this. I felt very much in touch with my creative and feminine side, and it gave me so much energy and inspiration! Definitely not my last class with her. Can’t recommend her enough as she’s so gentle, sweet and caring, guiding us step by step through the process. 🦋💘
Jelka - 30 October 2021
Megan is absolutely amazing! She is very friendly and helpful and I had such a great time learning how to make a vase from her. I can highly recommend booking a class with her and I can't wait for my next one!
Jelka - 30 October 2021
Megan is absolutely amazing! She is very friendly and helpful and I had such a great time learning how to make a vase from her. I can highly recommend booking a class with her and I can't wait for my next one!
Alice - 29 October 2021
Had a great pottery class with Megan. The class was very fun and informative, clay and all the tools were also provided which was super handy. The vases came out great!
Alice - 29 October 2021
Had a great pottery class with Megan. The class was very fun and informative, clay and all the tools were also provided which was super handy. The vases came out great!