Stokes Croft China Decorating Workshop

Spend a relaxing evening creating a uniquely decorated piece of fine bone china! Collage together many images and as much text as you like from our unrivalled collection of historic and new water-slide ceramic transfers - there's plenty of weird & wonderful things to choose from, whether you're into vintage roses or anarchist slogans.

Our experienced workshop crew will guide you through applying the transfers to create your own uniquely designed mug*.

Tickets include a fine bone china mug, transfers, firing and tuition. *If you want to make something else, choose from a selection of other fine bone china ware (available for an additional charge on the day).

What’s Included:

  • Fine bone china mug and ceramic transfers
  • Option to upgrade to other china pieces (additional charge)
  • Guidance from experienced workshop staff
  • Firing of your decorated china piece
  • Support for community activism and art programs by PRSC
  • Fired ware available one week later, from Stokes Croft China

Your fired ware will be available to collect one week later, from Stokes Croft China on Jamaica St

Your booking directly funds the community activism and activities of People's Republic of Stokes Croft (PRSC), including the People's Art Club & Community Drop-in, our regular People's Art Fair, the outdoor gallery and mural wall, a radio station, youth workshops, and support for local rough sleepers.

Age restrictions: 8+

Adult £50
Child £50

How to get there

Yuup extras

  • Your booking directly funds PRSC, a local social enterprise
  • Free tea & coffee
  • Whatever you make will be totally unique - nobody else will have one exactly the same!

Facilities

  • Family friendly
  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets
  • WiFi

On the day

On street pay & display parking is available, or there is an NCP carpark a 5 minute walk away. Bus stops on Stokes Croft & Cheltenham Road are a 5 minute walk, the Bristol Coach Station is 7 minutes, and Montpelier train station is 12 minutes away.

Our workshop is in an old factory so can be a little chilly at times, we recommend wearing some warm layers.

Children are welcome but must be supervised at all times. Suitable for ages 8+.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 3 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 3 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. However, all gifts are non-refundable and expire exactly 1 year after the date of purchase.

You'll be hosted by

Stokes Croft China & PRSC

Stokes Croft China is all about creating distinctive and rebellious china. Combining salvaged vintage ceramic transfers with bold, modern designs, their work is a playful mix of anarchy, activism, and a dash of cheeky language. Behind the scenes, every purchase supports the People’s Republic of Stokes Croft (PRSC) and its community-driven initiatives, from youth workshops to the People’s Art Fair, outdoor gallery, and vital support for local rough sleepers.

Bandi

Bandi is a multidisciplinary artist, with a visual focus on Infantilism and Dadaism. When not decorating china, he enjoys building and playing his modular synths, writing short stories, and drawing like a pre-schooler.

Laura

Workshop Manager Laura is a Brummie in Bristol. She is a multidisciplinary artist who has worked as a prop maker, SFX make-up artist, puppet designer, jewellery designer and cake maker, amongst other things. A jack of all trades and a master of some!

Any questions?

Ask your question directly to Stokes Croft China & PRSC.