Special events
Summer Ceramic Flower Workshop
SORRY SOLD OUT - Sign up for the waitlist here
Sunday 25th May 2025
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Join us for a Summer Ceramic Flower Making Session with Rita Floyd, an expert floral ceramicist of 42 years!
In this hands-on workshop, you will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity while learning the traditional art of pottery flower making.It’s the perfect wholesome way to spend a Sunday!
Flowers will be made with Fine Bone China Flower Clay, coloured clays will be a fun option you can choose at the session.
No prior experience is necessary and we'll provide all the materials and support you need*Expect a fun, engaging, clean and wholesome environment.
By the end of the workshop, you'll not only have created your own unique pottery flowers but will have had fun along the way and maybe made some new friends!
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a memorable and enriching experience.
The cost is £25 per person
The session will last for 1 hr and 45 Minutes.
Choose from:
10am-11:45am
12.15 - 1.45pmThe cost includes the clear glazing and firing of 4 flowers per guest.
Complete beginners welcome.
Ages 8+Spaces are very limited so please book your place online today!
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Price includes all the materials and tools to create, fire and clear glaze 4 flowers per guest.
Disposable aprons and towels are provided.
Tea, Coffee and Biscuits is provided. Please let us know by May 19th by email on info@loveclay.co.uk if you have any dietary requirements.
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Rita Floyd is a talented floral ceramicist of over 42 years!
She demonstrates at Gladstone Pottery Museum and has been a guest Judge on The Great Pottery Throwdown.
You can find out about her here
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Location:
All of our courses will be held at our studio in Fenton, Stoke on Trent.Equipment provided:
Disposable aprons and towels will be provided for your course.Ceramic Firings:
Included in the cost is the clear glazing and firing of your creations. Please allow 4 weeks for your work to be fired following your course unless they are needed to be ready for a further booked relational colour glazing session. We will be in touch via email to inform you when the work is ready. Please also note that with any type of ceramics there is always a risk that your item might not make it through the firing process.Payment Terms:
Course fees are payable at the time of booking. We reserve the right to refuse attendance on the course if payment is not received prior to the course date.Name transfer:
You can transfer your place on the course at any time prior to the course start. No charge will be made for this providing there is no change to the course or date.Cancellations by you:
Should you need to cancel your booking your cancellation must be received via the cancellation button in your booking confirmation at least 14 days prior to the event. A refund will be made which will total the full amount paid less 5% to cover our payment merchant fees. We are unable to process a refund for cancellations received less than 14 days prior to the event, even if due to a technical error. If you haven't had confirmation of cancellation, please get in touch via email before cancellation cut off.Cancellations by us:
Should it be necessary due to reasons beyond our control to cancel an event then our liability is limited to a full refund of the event fee paid.Transferring Course Dates:
Should you need to transfer your booking date you will need to contact us in writing at least 14 days prior to the event. Within this period we will be able to rearrange your course date. We are unable to change your date when notice is received less than 14 days prior to the event.Course Suitability:
Whilst we are happy to offer advice for each course, which is for guidance only, it remains the responsibility of the delegate to decide whether a course is deemed suitable for them. All bookings are taken subject to these conditions.Photography Disclaimer:
Please note that on occasion photography and/or filming may take place during a course, workshop or event and material from this may be used publicly for marketing or social media purposes. Parents/carers of children are required to complete a photography disclaimer form – please speak to a member of staff regarding this.Gift Cards:
Our gift cards are valid for 12 months from the date stated on the voucher (after this date the voucher is no longer valid). You can redeem your voucher online with the voucher number against the specified course. Booking the course is subject to availability and we recommend booking your place as soon as possible. Details of the course, age recommendations, and duration are a guide only and are subject to change. Our gift vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash and are non-refundable.
How to Throw Big Pots Workshop
Tea & Coffee Included
Sunday 1st June 2025
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Join Alex Shimwell and learn the art of throwing big pots on the potters wheel!
In this hands-on workshop, you will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity while learning the skills in throwing up to a full bag of clay on the wheel!It’s the perfect improvers workshop to take your throwing skills to the next level!
PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is not for complete beginners and you will need to be competent on the wheel with 1-2kg of clay.
We'll provide all the materials and support you need.Expect a fun, engaging, clean and wholesome environment.
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a memorable and enriching experience.
The cost is £150 per person
The session will last for 7 hours with 6 hours of hands-on learning and 1 hour for lunch.The cost includes all clay required, but please note this is a skills sessions and all creations will not be fired and clay will be reclaimed.
Spaces are very limited so please book your place online today!
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Price includes all the materials and tools to create but PLEASE NOTE, this workshop is a skills session and pots will not be fired, and clay will be reclaimed.
Aprons and towels are provided.
Tea and Coffee is provided.
Please bring a packed lunch.
Please let us know by May 27th by email on info@loveclay.co.uk if you have any dietary milk requirements for the refreshments. -
Alex Shimwell is a talented ceramicist and tutor and an absolute master in relation to throwing large ceramics.
You can find out about Alex here
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Location:
All of our courses will be held at our studio in Fenton, Stoke on Trent.Equipment provided:
Disposable aprons and towels will be provided for your course.Ceramic Firings:
Please note, this session is skills based only and does not include the creations. Pots will not be fired and clay will be reclaimed.Payment Terms:
Course fees are payable at the time of booking. We reserve the right to refuse attendance on the course if payment is not received prior to the course date.Name transfer:
You can transfer your place on the course at any time prior to the course start. No charge will be made for this providing there is no change to the course or date.Cancellations by you:
Should you need to cancel your booking your cancellation must be received via the cancellation button in your booking confirmation at least 14 days prior to the event. A refund will be made which will total the full amount paid less 5% to cover our payment merchant fees. We are unable to process a refund for cancellations received less than 14 days prior to the event, even if due to a technical error. If you haven't had confirmation of cancellation, please get in touch via email before cancellation cut off.Cancellations by us:
Should it be necessary due to reasons beyond our control to cancel an event then our liability is limited to a full refund of the event fee paid.Transferring Course Dates:
Should you need to transfer your booking date you will need to contact us in writing at least 14 days prior to the event. Within this period we will be able to rearrange your course date. We are unable to change your date when notice is received less than 14 days prior to the event.Course Suitability:
Whilst we are happy to offer advice for each course, which is for guidance only, it remains the responsibility of the delegate to decide whether a course is deemed suitable for them. On this particular course you MUST be proficient and confident throwing up to 1-2kgs of clay on the potters wheel. All bookings are taken subject to these conditions.Photography Disclaimer:
Please note that on occasion photography and/or filming may take place during a course, workshop or event and material from this may be used publicly for marketing or social media purposes. Parents/carers of children are required to complete a photography disclaimer form – please speak to a member of staff regarding this.Gift Cards:
Our gift cards are valid for 12 months from the date stated on the voucher (after this date the voucher is no longer valid). You can redeem your voucher online with the voucher number against the specified course. Booking the course is subject to availability and we recommend booking your place as soon as possible. Details of the course, age recommendations, and duration are a guide only and are subject to change. Our gift vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash and are non-refundable.
Mothers Day Ceramic Flower Workshop
Tea & Cake Included
Sunday 30th March 2025
EVENT NOW SOLD OUT! - Register here for the waitlist
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Celebrate Mother’s Day in a unique and wholesome way creating ceramic flowers whilst enjoying tea and delicious cake.
Perfect to brighten up your garden as they will sit on top of canes or for a windowsill display.
In this hands-on workshop, you will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity while learning the art of pottery.It’s the perfect wholesome way to spend Mother’s Day!
Under the guidance of our talented tutor, Sarah Derbyshire of Cinnamon Ceramics you'll explore the joy of hand building Ceramic Flowers.
No prior experience is necessary and we'll provide all the materials and support you need*Expect a fun, engaging, clean and wholesome environment.
By the end of the workshop, you'll not only have created your own unique pottery flowers but will have had fun along the way and maybe made some new friends!
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a memorable and enriching experience.
The cost is £25 per person
The session will last for 1.5 hrs.
Choose from:
10am-11:30am
12.15 - 1.45pm
2.30pm-4pmThe cost includes the clear glazing and firing of 4 flowers per guest.
There is an additional session for decorating available on Sunday 20th April should you wish to colour glaze your creations.
Complete beginners welcome.
Ages 8+Spaces are very limited so please book your place online today!
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Price includes all the materials and tools to create, fire and clear glaze 4 flowers per guest.
There is an additional session for decorating available on Sunday 20th April should you wish to colour glaze your creations.
Disposable aprons and towels are provided.
Tea and cake is provided. Please let us know by March 21st by email on info@loveclay.co.uk if you have any dietary requirements.
Please note: Garden Canes are not provided if required. Standard bamboo canes can be used
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Sarah Derbyshire is a talented, positive, patient and wholesome tutor.
You can find out about her here
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Location:
All of our courses will be held at our studio in Fenton, Stoke on Trent.Equipment provided:
Disposable aprons and towels will be provided for your course.Ceramic Firings:
Included in the cost is the clear glazing and firing of your creations. Please allow 4 weeks for your work to be fired following your course unless they are needed to be ready for a further booked relational colour glazing session. We will be in touch via email to inform you when the work is ready. Please also note that with any type of ceramics there is always a risk that your item might not make it through the firing process.Payment Terms:
Course fees are payable at the time of booking. We reserve the right to refuse attendance on the course if payment is not received prior to the course date.Name transfer:
You can transfer your place on the course at any time prior to the course start. No charge will be made for this providing there is no change to the course or date.Cancellations by you:
Should you need to cancel your booking your cancellation must be received via the cancellation button in your booking confirmation at least 14 days prior to the event. A refund will be made which will total the full amount paid less 5% to cover our payment merchant fees. We are unable to process a refund for cancellations received less than 14 days prior to the event, even if due to a technical error. If you haven't had confirmation of cancellation, please get in touch via email before cancellation cut off.Cancellations by us:
Should it be necessary due to reasons beyond our control to cancel an event then our liability is limited to a full refund of the event fee paid.Transferring Course Dates:
Should you need to transfer your booking date you will need to contact us in writing at least 14 days prior to the event. Within this period we will be able to rearrange your course date. We are unable to change your date when notice is received less than 14 days prior to the event.Course Suitability:
Whilst we are happy to offer advice for each course, which is for guidance only, it remains the responsibility of the delegate to decide whether a course is deemed suitable for them. All bookings are taken subject to these conditions.Photography Disclaimer:
Please note that on occasion photography and/or filming may take place during a course, workshop or event and material from this may be used publicly for marketing or social media purposes. Parents/carers of children are required to complete a photography disclaimer form – please speak to a member of staff regarding this.Gift Cards:
Our gift cards are valid for 12 months from the date stated on the voucher (after this date the voucher is no longer valid). You can redeem your voucher online with the voucher number against the specified course. Booking the course is subject to availability and we recommend booking your place as soon as possible. Details of the course, age recommendations, and duration are a guide only and are subject to change. Our gift vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash and are non-refundable.