Adult Workshops

Something for the Grown-Ups

Our adult art classes run the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month from 7.30-9.30pm. Each class costs £20* which includes all materials plus tea and cake. Give us a call on 01993 704234 to book, or email us at shop@thepotteryplace.co.uk.

*excluding our Decopatch stool workshop in June which costs £30.

Please note: Workshops are for all abilities - no experience is required!
Clay workshops - You will need to visit us again in your own time to paint your item and have it glazed and fired. This costs an additional £5 per session.

Maggie's Floral
16th January
Our boss' trademark design!
A simple yet effective technique for creating funky, colourful flowers on your pottery of choice.

Apple Crate
6th & 20th February
Transform a plain apple crate into a shabby chic container for blankets, magazines, books - you name it! Using our beautiful chalk paints and huge range of Decopatch papers, this makes a lovely but practical project.

Blockprint Bunting
6th & 20th March
Have fun printing with our lovely handcarved wooden blocks onto precut flags. An ancient Indian technique with a modern twist produces a gorgeous garland.

Delightful Decal Plate
3rd & 17th April
An easy but effective way to decorate your glazed plate. Whether you go for the 'chintz' look or modern twist, we have designs to suit everyone.

Clay Flower Bouquet
1st & 15th May
A glorious new project making flowers that will last much longer than a week! Choose from peonies, daisies and rose cutters to create delicate petals.
Please note: You will need to visit us again in your own time to paint your item and have it glazed and fired. This costs an additional £5 per session.

Decopatch Footstool
5th & 19th June
This class costs £30.
Upcycling is a great way to give that forgotten furniture new life. Give it a go by decorating a stool using gorgeous Decopatch papers and chalk paint.

Mosaic Initials
3rd & 17th July
We have a sweet shop of mosaics for you to choose from. Cover your letter in your chosen colour tiles, glass nuggets, mirrors and clay shapes. It's easy to create a stunning pattern that will look great anywhere. We will supply you with grout to finish at home,

Illustrative Plate
7th & 21st August
Following step by step instructions you will be creating this gorgeous, on trend plate. Trace on your design before painting it in. Florals and fabulous fonts are the focus point.

Folk Art Chalkboard
4th & 18th September
Chalkboards look great anywhere in the home, especially with this lovely design. Learn the traditional technique of creating Folk Art flowers with specific brushstrokes.

Clay Poppies
2nd & 16th October
Recreate some amazing ceramic poppies as seen at the Tower of London.
Please note: You will need to visit us again in your own time to paint your item and have it glazed and fired. This costs an additional £5 per session.

Christmas Plate
6th & 20th November
Something a little different this year! Make this traditional yet modern wreath plate to serve up some xmas goodies or gift to a loved one.

Block Print Stocking
4th & 18th December
A brand new project to get in the festive mood. We will be block printing designs before embellishing with various trims, buttons and bows.

Block Craft Workshops

Our colleagues over at www.theartycraftyplace.co.uk run regular workshops too. Learn all about the inspiring and ancient techniques of Block Printing. The below workshops are all being held at The Studio, Middle Aston, OX25 5QL. Call The Arty Crafty Place on 01869 349020 to book, or send an email to shop@theartycraftyplace.co.uk