Surprise Mug Workshop 12+

Create a handmade ceramic mug on the pottery wheel — with a creative twist.

In this guided three-session workshop, you’ll shape your own mug from clay while adding a hidden or unexpected detail inside or around the piece. From subtle textures to playful elements, each mug becomes a personal and surprising creation.

You’ll be guided through the full ceramics process — from throwing your mug on the wheel, to refining its shape, to glazing it with your own color choices.

The result is a functional, food-safe mug with a unique detail that makes it truly one of a kind.

What to Expect

• Hands-on experience on the pottery wheel
• Step-by-step guidance through all stages of the process
• Creative freedom to add a “surprise” element to your mug
• A calm, focused studio atmosphere
• A full 3-session experience from clay to finished piece

Workshop Format

Session 1 – Wheel Throwing (approx. 2 hours)
Create your mug form on the pottery wheel.

Session 2 – Trimming & Detail (approx. 1.5–2 hours)
Refine your mug and add your hidden or decorative “surprise” element.

Session 3 – Glazing (approx. 1.5–2 hours)
Apply glaze and complete your mug with your chosen colors.

Pickup
Your finished mug will be ready in approximately 2–3 weeks after firing.

Good to Know

• No experience needed — beginner-friendly
• Recommended for ages 12+
• All materials, tools, glazing, and kiln firing included
• Results may vary — part of the experience is learning the process
• Wear comfortable clothing (clay can get messy)
• Attendance at all three sessions is required

Small Group Experience

We keep our workshops small and personal (minimum 4 participants). If the minimum isn’t met, we’ll offer an easy reschedule or credit.