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!
Age restrictions: 18+
| Adult (18+) | £38.50 |
| Student (Student/NHS/Low Inc (please bring proof on the day)) | £34.65 |
| Group of 5 (Save £10 on groups of 5) | £182.50 |
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
Charlie (They/Them)
Meet Charlie, a maker at heart with a background in model making and printing. They've been part of the Pottymouth Workshop team for over a year, where their passion for all things miniature and quirky shines through in their ceramics. Charlie’s love of novelty objects and tiny details gives their work a playful, distinctive edge. They're especially passionate about welcoming beginners into the world of ceramics and sharing the joy of making with others.
Kate (She/Her)
Kate is the newest member of our team, joining us fresh from completing her ceramics degree at Cardiff Met. With a deep and thoughtful understanding of clays and glazes, she brings both technical skill and artistic insight to her practice. Proficient in wheel work and handbuilding, Kate’s true passion lies in creating intricate, realistic sculptural pieces that explore fine art concepts. Already highly praised by students and staff alike, we’re thrilled to have her on board.
Lucy (She/Her)
Lucy is a long-time ceramics teacher with years of experience guiding students across both Bristol and London. Equally skilled in wheel-throwing and handbuilding, her work is known for its elegant curves and rich, earthy glazes. With a background in environmental work, Lucy often brings her creativity to festivals, weaving together art, play, and sustainability. Her warm, grounded approach makes her a favourite among learners and collaborators alike.
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to Pottymouth Workshop.