Handmade Holiday - 4 Week Class

Schedule

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025 at 11:00 am to Sun, 07 Dec, 2025 at 01:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Erie ClaySpace | Erie, PA

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About this Event

Handmade Holiday: 4-Week Handbuilding Class

Saturdays | November 16 – December 7 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Instructor: Caelin McDaniel


Class Dates
Sundays, 11 AM – 1 PM:

  • Session 1: November 16th
  • Session 2: November 23rd
  • Session 3: November 30th
  • Session 4: December 7th


Overview:
Get ready to roll, pinch, and sculpt your way into the holiday spirit! This festive 4-week session is perfect for creating meaningful, handmade gifts and decorations—just in time for the season. Suitable for all skill levels (ages 13+), this class offers a welcoming space to explore handbuilding techniques through a mix of demonstrations, group activities, and one-on-one guidance.

Projects will range from mugs, trays, and soap dishes to ornaments and more! Over four weeks, you’ll experience the full ceramic process—from shaping clay to glazing your creations.


Where:
Erie ClaySpace, 1505 State St, 3rd Floor of the PACA building, Erie, PA 16501

Studio Access:
Call (814) 520-5089 when you arrive to be buzzed in. Need the elevator? Let your instructor know when you call—the lift is vintage and manually operated, and we’ll be happy to assist.


What’s Included:

  • 12 lbs. of clay
  • Use of all studio tools, glazes, and firings
  • Access to Open Studio on Wednesdays (6–8 PM) and Saturdays (12–2 PM). These open studio times are supervised, but instruction is only provided during your class.
  • Additional clay available for purchase


Policies:

  • Minimum enrollment: 5 students
  • Refunds available up to one week before class start (processing fees may apply)
  • No refunds for missed classes—students are encouraged to catch up during Open Studio
  • We reserve the right to cancel or postpone classes that do not meet the minimum enrollment. If canceled, you’ll have the option to transfer to another class or receive a full refund.


FAQs – We've Got You!
👶 Age Limit? Must be 13+ to join. No alcohol for anyone under 21.

💸 Refunds? Full refunds if you cancel at least one week before the first class.
🥂 What to Bring? An open mind and fearless creativity!
👕 What to Wear? Dress comfy! Tie back long hair, skip the jewelry, and wear clothes that don’t mind a little clay.
🎨 What Will I Learn? Our instructor will demo step-by-step techniques to guide you through your pottery adventure.
💔 What If It Breaks? We handle every piece with care, but pottery can be unpredictable. Some pieces may crack in the kiln due to quirks in the clay.
📦 When Do I Get My Pieces? Your finished work will be ready in about 2–4 weeks. You’ll receive an appointment card with pickup times.
🎉 Want to Book a Private Event? Email us at [email protected]—we'll help plan the perfect clay-filled hangout!
📬 Still Have Questions? Reach out anytime at [email protected]

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Where is it happening?

Erie ClaySpace, 1505 State Street, Erie, United States

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