What to Expect

To have fun: Each Pottering you will learn to make one to three pottery items that are achievable for beginner potters within a 3 hour timeframe.

Each participant will be lead through the instructions as we build the items out of clay. You will be provided with tools, clay, building boards, turntables, and glazes.

Picking up Your Finished Pieces

Ready in 3-4 weeks: You will pick up your finished pieces from the local pottery studio in 3-4 weeks after the class. We will kiln fire your pieces, then once finished we will email you the available pick up time. You may request delivery of your pieces for an additional charge.

The kiln queen can sometimes shatter a piece, it’s the way of the kiln! If something does happen, you are welcome to join us for another like class (same item). We will hold your pieces for 14 days, after 14 days we will need to dispose of your work due to space. You can arrange in advance for us to hold the piece longer, please talk to the pottery instructor for more information.

Refunds

Things happen: You can request a refund 15 days prior to your class. After 15 days there are no refunds but you can transfer your spot to another person. Please email us your name, class date, and class title, we’ll be happy to switcharoo for you.

Posting on Social Media

Potterings does love to share on social! We would love to post your group pictures and individual builds. Let us know if you would prefer we not post, totally understand. We use, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Follow us!

Cost of a Class

We keep things affordable: Potterings keeps the fees simple. For in-studio classes we charge $40 per potter, per class for a 3 hour class.

For local in-business we charge $50 per potter, per class for a 3 hour class.

For in-home Pottering parties we charge $300 for a 3 hour class up to six people.

Geographical

Potterings is currently offered in the Seattle/Tacoma/Bellevue, WA region. Private parties include the cost of travel. Outside of Seattle, Potterings will charge an additional fee depending upon distance.

Exploring Pottery

If you’re thinking beyond pottery for the home and would like to explore making pottery for sale, check out Elevate, Potterings exclusive support for fresh potters.

After You Register

Once you register for a class, either via email or through advance Event Bright ticketing, you will receive an email confirmation from Potterings. The email will contain your registration details, class confirmation, location, and the phone number of the instructor. You can reach out directly via text or phone call with questions.

What to Bring

If you take a class in the pottery studio you may bring snacks, alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.

If you take a class in a local brewery or coffee shop, we encourage you to purchase and support the local business. Advance arrangements will be made with any retail locations prior to the class.

If you book a private pottery class, you can provide whatever snacks and beverages you would like.

Optional: Apron

Minimum Age

Good for adults and teens: As 3 hours can be a long time for kiddos, we do request a minimum age of 13 years old. If you do have kiddos younger than 13 years of age, we can book a kid-friendly in-home pottery party. If you are registering for a class held at a local business, please be aware of the minimum age.

Registering

Here’s how: Email us [email protected] with your name, date of the class, and number of people. You will receive an immediate confirmation your email has been received. You will then receive a confirmation of the registration. To keep the classes immersive and tailored to the participants, we do limit each class to six students.

You can also grab a ticket on EventBright here.

How to Pay

Lots of ways: You can purchase a ticket in advance via EventBright. You can also pay after the class. Potterings accepts Venmo, PayPal, and credit cards (+$1.50 cc fee).

See the list of studio classes on EventBright.

Pottering in my Business

Clear some room: We are happy to work with local breweries, coffeeshops, tea shops or retail locations. We will design a class that is specific to your business style to maximize the potter participation. We partner on social media, marketing and outreach.

Studio Locations

Potterings is currently holding classes at The Clay Cauldron located at 5214 Delridge Way SW, Seattle 98106. To inquire about other classes reach out to the owner Frances [email protected]

Gift Certificates

Yes! We have gift certificates which can be mailed to the recipient with a personalized note, or you can pick up a gift certificate after a class.

Email us with the subject Gift Certificate, include the recipients name, address and special message.