What to Expect

To have fun: At each Pottering workshop or series of classes you will learn to make one to three pottery items that are achievable for beginner potters.

Pottering classes will be held over multiple dates to provide time to full immerse students in the pottery process.

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 in 3-4 weeks after the class. If you took a studio class, you will pick up the piece from the studio located at 3400 Harbor Ave SW on Alki Beach. Private pottery parties we deliver the pieces to your home. We will kiln fire your pieces, then once finished we will email you the available pick up time.

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 workshop (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 8 days prior to your class. After 8 days there are no refunds but you can transfer your spot to another person. Please email us your name, workshop 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 workshops we charge an affordable $45 per potter, per class for a 3 hour class.

Our multi-date classes are priced at $80 for 2 classes.

Drop-in studio time is priced at $20 per hour, each studio time slot is 2 hrs.

Check out the calendar for the schedule.

For in-home Pottering parties we charge $240 for a 3 hour class up to six people.

Studio membership is an affordable $105 per month for an individual. $150 per month per couple (partners and friends!).

Geographical

Potterings workshops, classes and drop in studio sessions will be offered in the new Potterings studio beginning in May. Located at 3400 Harbor Ave SW, #132 Activspace, Alki Beach, West Seattle.

Exploring Pottery Membership

If you’re thinking beyond pottery classes and would like to explore more of what Potterings offers consider a membership . At $105 per month for an individual or $150 per couple/friends, you have the flexibility of an open studio, including kiln firings, the use of the pottery equipment and studio glazes.

After You Register

Once you register either via email or through advance Eventbright ticketing, you will receive an email confirmation from Potterings. The email will contain your registration details, class confirmation, 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 workshop in the pottery studio you are welcome to bring snacks and beverages, we have a drinks refrigerator at the studio.

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

Optional: Apron

Minimum Age

Good for adults and teens: We do request a minimum age of 13 years old for our general sessions. We will soon offer classes for kiddos (with a parent or guardian). Be sure to check out the Potterings calendar for more information.

Registering

Here’s how: Email us [email protected] with your name, date of the workshop, 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 workshops immersive and tailored to the participants, we do limit each workshop, class or drop-in open studio 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 and PayPal the day of the workshop, first day of the class or drop-in.

See the list of studio workshops on EventBright.

Studio Location

Potterings is currently holding workshops at our small pottery studio in West Seattle located at 3400 Harbor Ave SW, Suite 132 on Alki Beach. Street parking is available on Harbor Ave.

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.