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Welcome to the Pottering blog. Here you’ll find the latest class pictures, news about upcoming events, potter tips, and more!

  • Hi I'm Lora

About the Potterings Owner

  • Why Does Pottery Explode in the Kiln? A Pottery Instructor Explains!

    The Frustrating Reality of Pottery Making As a pottery instructor, one of the most disheartening experiences for both myself and my students is opening the kiln after a firing, only to find a shattered, exploded piece of pottery. It’s a moment that can feel like all your hard work has literally blown up in your face.…

  • Discover the Joy of Clay with Potterings: Seattle’s Most Affordable Pottery Experience

    If you’ve ever dreamed of shaping clay into something beautiful with your own hands, Potterings in West Seattle offers the perfect opportunity to bring that vision to life. Specializing in beginner-friendly, small-group pottery classes, Potterings provides a welcoming and creative environment for all aspiring beginning potters. What Makes Potterings Unique? Potterings stands out by offering…

  • Pinch Pots, Bubble Glazing & More Potterings Studio Grand Opening

    Potterings Studio Grand Opening May 2 & 3, 2025 – A Creative Space for Beginner Potters! Have you ever dreamed of trying pottery but weren’t sure how to start? Maybe you’ve seen beautiful handmade mugs or whimsical plant pots and thought, “Could I make that?” The answer is YES — and starting May 1, you’ll…

Instructor bio: Lora enjoys the mindfulness of creating forms that mirror the natural world. She finds ways to envision nature and turn it into functionality. Her practice of making pottery is centered by her joy of teaching and guiding others.