Pottery Throwing for Beginners for Two

2 hrs
(43)

Come and spend some time in the Fubsies studio and give pottery wheel throwing a go!

In this two-person 2 hour workshop you'll get hands-on tuition and learn the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel. The session is led by experienced potter, Ruth, who will give you her undivided attention and help you get to grips with this fun and creative skill.

During the session, you will see a throwing demonstration from Ruth and then you will be free to throw as many pots as you like before the end of the session. Usually, participants throw 2-3 pots during the workshop.

Once you've picked your favourite pottery pieces, Ruth will trim, glaze and finish your works of art in the following weeks. The session includes the trimming and firing of two pieces per person, if you have your heart set on taking more wonderful creations home you can have them processed for an extra £7 each. Postage can also be paid if you want to have your pots delivered to you once they are finished.

What can I expect from this experience?

  • An introduction to wheel throwing
  • Hands-on tuition from an expert potter
  • All materials and tools provided
  • Post-workshop firing, processing and handling for 2 pieces per person
  • Any extra pieces can be processed for £7 each
  • Drinks will be provided
  • Suitable for all people and all abilities
  • Participants aged under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Wheel throwing is a messy and wonderful way to unwind and let go! This workshop is open to anyone and everyone who wants to give it a try. This session would make an excellent date for a couple or fun activity to share with a friend.

If you want to do this workshop but can't see a date that works for you or you have a specific date in mind please send me a message and I will see if I can accommodate you.

Fubsies is also happy to offer you the opportunity to return after the workshop for another session where you can paint the pieces you have created! If this is something you would be interested in then mention it to Ruth on the day and she can run you through the details.

Please note: Once the session has finished your pieces will need to be left to dry out before going through two separate kiln firings and a layer of shiny transparent glaze. All of this processing will be done by Ruth and will take approx 6 weeks to complete. You will be contacted once your pieces are ready to collect.

Age restrictions: 14+

Two participants £150

What people are saying

★★★★★
Colette OKelly
Mar 2024

Had a really fun afternoon pottery throwing with Fubsies! Ruth was a great teacher - calm and rea...

Read more
★★★★★
Jaimin Tankaria
Feb 2024

Ruth was really good at teaching us how to throw and we learned so much from the experience and r...

Read more
★★★★★
Karen Dyer
Feb 2024

Patient and skilled tuition. I actually managed to produce two items. Great way to spend a morning

Read more
★★★★★
Lydia Wilkinson
Feb 2024

Great experience, Ruth was very talented and patient with us whilst we had our own go. We had a g...

Read more
Show more reviews

How to get there

Yuup extras

  • Drinks will be provided.

Facilities

  • Adult changing
  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets
  • WiFi

COVID-19 guidelines

Sanitiser will be provided for use on entry to the class. Masks are not a requirement but please feel free to wear one if you feel more comfortable doing so.

On the day

  • The Fubsies studio is located just off the Cheltenham Road so there are plenty of public transport options and it is a short walk from the city centre.
  • Wear practical clothes and shoes which you don’t mind getting dirty. Clay washes out of most fabrics but pottery is a messy business!
  • Aprons are provided
  • Keep your nails short. It just makes life easier and ensures you don’t damage your piece.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 14 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 14 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. However, all gifts are non-refundable and expire exactly 1 year after the date of purchase.

You'll be hosted by

Ruth Aislabie (She/Her)

Ruth is the owner of Fubsies which she has been running since November 2020. Fubsies aims to bring you ceramics that can spread some joy and happiness through playful character based designs.

Ruth loves giving personality to animals, food or anything she can imagine. She likes to create colourful pieces with an attention to detail and surface texture. She is excited to welcome you into her studio and for you to give pottery a go!

View more experiences by Fubsies

Any questions?

Ask your question directly to Fubsies.