Make a Gravy Boat at Old Market Assembly
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Perfect for both beginners and experienced potters, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to design and create your own gravy boat, just in time for the festive season.
Guided by our skilled instructors, you'll learn essential pottery techniques such as rolling slabs, creating strong joins, and shaping. You'll start from scratch, taking clay and transforming it into a stunning piece of functional art, complete with your own personalised touches and festive designs.
Whether you're making a gift for a loved one or adding a new piece to your holiday table, this workshop promises a fun and rewarding experience. Join us and create a one-of-a-kind gravy boat that will be cherished for years to come!
What to Expect
- Guidance from Experienced Potters: Learn from skilled instructors who will provide step-by-step guidance, ensuring you master the basics of pottery making.
- Decorative Techniques: Explore various ways to decorate your piece, including carving, stamping, and applying festive coloured slips.
- Firing and Glazing: Your gravy boat will be professionally fired and glazed by your hosts, ready for collection 2-4 weeks later.
Join us for an enriching and enjoyable pottery experience that culminates in a beautiful, personalised gravy boat perfect for the festive period!
*FOOD MUST NOT BE CONSUMED DURING THE WORKSHOP, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY IF YOUR'RE PLANNING TO EAT AT THIS VENUE *
Age restrictions: 18+
| Adult (18+) | £35 |
| Student (Student/NHS/Low Inc (please bring proof on the day)) | £31.50 |
| Group Ticket x5 (Save £10 on groups of 5) | £165 |
How to get there
Yuup extras
- 10% off at the bar
Facilities
- Host comes to you
- Parking
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- WiFi
On the day
- Free on street parking on Bragg's Lane just behind the venue.
- Your host will provide all materials and equipment needed for this session. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting mucky
- We encourage attendees to bring some inspiration! If you have a specific design in mind, bring some pictures and we will do our best to help you achieve it. -Short nails are advised
Changes happen, don't worry
You'll be hosted by
Meredith Mason (She/Her)
Meredith is a ceramicist specialising in handbuilding with 3 years of teaching experience. She enjoys exploring clay techniques such as coiling, pinch pots and slab building. Bringing these techniques to a variety of workshops, Meredith aims to share her love of the clay world by guiding you through the process of handmade forms.
Naomi Stokes (She/Her)
Naomi is an expert potter with three years teaching experience. Naomi mostly works on the potter's wheel, but has recently reignited her love for hand building. Her aim is to help people realise their ideas in clay. Naomi will be on hand during the whole experience to give advice, support and plenty of encouragement.
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to Pottymouth Workshop.