Every Wednesday · 6:15 – 8:15 pm
Unwind midweek and discover the joy of clay! Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, our weekly pottery sessions offer a friendly, creative space to learn and explore.
What you’ll enjoy:
• Hands-on guidance in hand-building & decoration
• Relaxed, small group atmosphere
• All glazes and clay provided
• A chance to make functional, beautiful ceramics to take home
Come get your hands muddy, meet like-minded people, and create something uniquely yours.
Spaces are limited and fees are not refundable.
Our program this term is as follows:
Week by Week
12-Week Pottery Program
Long Vases with Emotion (Gel plate printing)
Can a vase smile, whisper or stand proudly? Explore form, movement and personality as we create elegant vessels full of character.
Lamp Bases in the Dark (Lino Cutting)
Light changes everything. Design a lamp base that comes alive when the room becomes quiet and the lights are dimmed.
Turning Jam Jars into Bottles (Lace Making)
A little bit of ceramic illusion! Transform the ordinary into the unexpected and discover new ways of seeing familiar objects.
Christmas Wreaths (Paper Cutting)
A festive workshop with a handmade twist. Create something beautiful to welcome the season in your own unique style.
The Sound of Pottery (Crochet)
Can clay sing? We’ll explore rhythm and pieces that delight the eyes; and perhaps the ears too.
Pets on Chairs (Quilting)
Whimsical, charming and full of personality. Bring your favourite furry (or feathered!) companion to life in a playful scene.
Dangly-Time (Origami)
Things that swing, dance and catch the breeze. A joyful session celebrating movement and imagination.
Add Colour (Screen Printing)
Discover simple techniques that create extraordinary patterns.
Transferring Imagery with Tissue Paper (Drawing)
Unlock a magical decorating technique with white slip and underglazes on terracotta clay that opens endless creative possibilities.
Blue & White (Wood Carving)
Inspired by timeless ceramics from around the world, we’ll celebrate the elegance of one of pottery’s most iconic colour combinations.
Retro Circus in a Bowl or a Book Vase (Printing)
Step into a wonderfully quirky vintage world filled with performers, colour and imagination.
All Glazes Out (Painting)
An invitation to play, experiment and be brave. Expect surprises as we explore glazes without rules.
| Cost | ||
|---|---|---|
Pottery classes Sept-Nov 2026 at Ely College
Pottery Classes at Ely College (Sept-Nov 2026)Discover the joy of working with clay this winter with hands-on pottery classes led by The Ceramic Hub at Ely College.Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to develop your skills, these sessions offer a relaxed, supportive environment where creativity is encouraged and progress happens naturally. Across the weeks, you’ll explore essential handbuilding techniques, decorative methods, and surface design, with the chance to create functional and sculptural pieces you’ll be proud of.What to Expect * Step-by-step guidance * Friendly, calm atmosphere * All tools and materials provided * Make mugs, bowls, vases, plates, sculptures, and more * Learn coiling, pinching, slab building, joining, textures & glazing * Perfect for adults of all levels These classes are a wonderful way to unwind, meet new people, and learn a craft that is both grounding and inspiring. By the end of the term, you’ll have a collection of beautiful handmade pieces ready to take home.Join us for a creative season of clay, connection, and gentle learning at Ely College.
25 available
|
£420.00 |
Ely College
Downham Road
ELY
CB6 2SH
If you can’t find the room, please call Corinne on 07910 217284
Or a Member of the Site Team of Ely College on 07925 923436
Amenities
