A Pottery Experience

A little creativity. A little time for yourself. Something handmade to treasure.

Looking for a thoughtful and slightly different gift?

A pottery workshop is a lovely gift for someone who would enjoy trying something new, getting creative and spending a little time working with clay. Whether they're completely new to pottery or already have some experience, everyone is welcome.

Gift vouchers can be redeemed against any of my pre-planned workshops, with dates announced throughout the year. This gives your recipient the flexibility to choose a workshop date that suits them.

A workshop in my Rye studio

The workshop is suitable for all ages and abilities, and no previous experience is necessary. Children under 12 are welcome but must be accompanied by a participating adult, who will also need to book a place.

We'll start by making a small plate, bowl or trinket dish using a sheet of clay that I've prepared in advance. If you're feeling a little more adventurous, we can explore making something more involved, such as a candle holder or small vase, depending on the time available and your experience.

Once your piece has taken shape, I'll introduce you to a range of decorating techniques using coloured slips (pigmented liquid clay). You'll have the opportunity to experiment with colour, pattern and texture to create a truly individual piece.

I'll guide you through each stage, sharing techniques and ideas along the way.

What happens to your pottery afterwards?

Once you've finished decorating, I'll carefully dry your piece over approximately two weeks before firing and glazing it in my studio.

Your finished creation will then be ready for collection, or I can arrange postage to you for £6.95.

Coming with friends?

If you'd like to share the experience, private workshops can be arranged for groups of five or more, on a date to suit you. Groups can arrange to pay individually or make one payment for everyone.

A thoughtful gift, a creative experience and a handmade piece to treasure.

Gift Voucher Terms & Conditions

• Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

• Vouchers can be redeemed against any of my advertised pottery workshops, subject to availability.

• Workshop dates will be released periodically. Please get in touch to arrange your booking.

• Advance booking is essential.

• Vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash, subject to statutory cancellation rights.

• Vouchers are transferable and may be passed on to another person.

• If a workshop date is booked, at least 7 days' notice is required for cancellations or changes. Cancellations made with less than 7 days' notice may result in the voucher being forfeited.

• If I need to cancel a workshop, an alternative date or a full refund will be offered.

• Private group workshops are available for groups of five or more, by prior arrangement.

• Children under 12 must be accompanied by a participating adult, who must also book and pay for a place.

• Finished pottery will be dried, fired and glazed by me. Please allow time for this process before collection.

• Finished pieces can be collected from the studio or posted for an additional £6.95.

• Please contact me if you have any questions before booking.

A little note: Vouchers must be redeemed within their validity period, but the workshop itself may take place on a later date if that is the next available suitable date.