POTTERY 101: Handbuilding Ceramic Candle Lanterns

Jillian Jensen Creative is proud to introduce you to the CREATE Workshop series!

CREATE workshops: Craft. Relax. Experiment. Aspire. Tinker. Explore.

In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn the fundamentals of handbuilding using the coil technique, including rolling, cutting, and assembling clay to form a beautiful and functional candle holder. We'll explore techniques for adding decorative details and finishing your piece. During this class, you will:

1️⃣ Roll and shape clay coils to form the walls of your lantern.2️⃣ Properly attach and smooth the coils for a seamless look.3️⃣ Punch out shapes to allow light to flow.4️⃣ Choose a glaze color to personalize your piece.

Your finished candle lantern will be glazed, fired, and ready for pickup in 10-12 days—we’ll notify you when it’s ready!

Jillian Jensen Creative has been selling minimalist and meaningful art online since 2021. We are a 5-star seller on Etsy with over 6,000 sales. For more information about our products and experience, check out www.jillianjensencreative.com or follow us on Instagram at @jillianjensencreative.

This workshop is just one of the many we offer in the CREATE workshop series. To see all of our classes, visit www.jillianjensencreative.com/pages/workshops.

Accessibility Note: Please be aware that our studio is located on the second floor and is only accessible by stairs. Unfortunately, there is no elevator access in our rented space. We want to make sure all guests are comfortable and informed before booking—please reach out if you have any questions about accessibility!

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