Pottering Series Make a Dog Dish

Explore the world of clay at the Clay Cauldron. Classes are now open for the Autumn 2024 and Winter 2025 quarters. The Pottering series is designed for beginner potters who enjoy learning how to create simple, yet functional ceramics. You will learn various techniques including rolling, forming, smoothing, pinch pots, and glazing.

Woof! Your puppers deserves a custom dog dish. You decide the size of the dish based on your dog’s desire. You will customize your dog dish by stamping the name of your pup and an *imprint of their paw! You will learn slab rolling, joining, stamping, smoothing and glazing. Food safe finish.

*We will arrange prior to your class a piece of clay wrapped in plastic wrap you can pick up from the studio.

Friday, October 11 - 6pm to 9pm

Monday, January 6 - 6pm to 9pm

Saturday, March 1 - 1pm to 4pm

The classes are limited to six students to maintain a hands-on and immersive experience. Experience the world of pottery by yourself or bring some friends. You will be a part of the pottery community of creators as we explore the medium together.

Your creations will be glazed and fired in the kiln. You can pick up your creations 3 weeks after the class. The Pottering instructor will email you when your piece is ready. Please pick up your piece within 14 days of the email.

15 mins Welcome and overview

75 mins Hand building

15 mins Break and glazing transition

60 mins Glazing

15 mins Clean up and payment

$40 per class

3 HRs

Includes: Clay, tools, glazing, kiln firing, guided instruction

Bring: Snacks and beverages (wine, beer or nonalcoholic)

Optional: Apron

Register at [email protected] with your name, class title and class date. You will receive a confirmation email and also a reminder email 3 days before your class.

The Clay Cauldron is located at 5214 Delridge Way SW, West Seattle 98106

Street parking is available

For Questions about the Pottering Series: Email Lora [email protected]

For Questions about the Clay Cauldron: Email Frances [email protected]

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