Ceramics Taster: Handbuilding Class

Explore handbuilding techniques and create with clay in this 2-hour pottery class at Daisy Witch Club in St Breward, just outside Bodmin in Cornwall. This relaxed taster session is ideal for beginners who want to experience pottery without using the wheel.

Main description:

In this class you’ll be introduced to simple, approachable handbuilding methods such as pinching, coiling or working with slabs of clay. You’ll be shown how to shape and join clay, add texture or simple decoration, and begin to understand how a piece comes together from start to finish.

Handbuilding is a wonderfully accessible way into ceramics. It allows you to slow down, work with your hands and play with form, whether you prefer more structured pieces or loose, organic shapes. The session is friendly and supportive, with clear demonstrations and plenty of time to experiment.

This 2-hour pottery handbuilding class is perfect if you’re looking for a creative workshop in Bodmin or North Cornwall, or as a first step before joining a longer pottery course.

Who this class is for:

• Beginners who prefer to start with handbuilding rather than the wheel
• Creative people looking for an arts & crafts activity in Cornwall
• Anyone who enjoys slow, mindful, hands-on making
• Friends, couples or individuals wanting a relaxed pottery taster session

What you’ll do:

• Learn basic handbuilding techniques (e.g. pinching, coiling, simple slab work)
• Shape and refine a small clay piece or pieces using these methods
• Experiment with texture and simple surface details
• Get a feel for working with clay in a friendly studio environment

Location:

Classes take place at Daisy Witch Club in St Breward, Bodmin (PL30), a cosy, rural studio setting in North Cornwall.