Book 5 or 10 pottery making workshops at discounted rates - free gift included
Jo: 07977215954 breakfortheborder100@gmail.com
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FUN, CREATIVE POTTERY WORKSHOPS: beginners & intermediates
We welcome you to come and learn, develop and create with all things clay at one of our pottery classes. No experience required for our ceramic pottery course.
Learn the basics of making and glazing your work. You will be taught all the tips and tricks for pottery making so you can develop your ceramic skills.
weekly group workshops
LEARN HOW HAND BUILD AND GLAZE YOUR OWN CREATIONS OR COME ALONG & PAINT POTTERY
COMPLETE BEGINNERS MOST WELCOME!
Our pottery classes are for those who are looking to attend on a regular basis, to develop their skills in working with and glazing clay. You will work on your own pieces, guided and supported by Jo. A curated Pinterest Board is availabile to those who book, to provide thousands of ideas for inspiration. You will learn the three basic skills of handbuilding: pinch; coil & slab. You will develop your skill set using a combination of these three techniques. You will learn about glazing and how to add different glazing techniques to your work to achieve interesting outcomes. There will also be opporutnuity to cast pieces from slip molds.
TUESDAY EVE WORKSHOP 6.30-9PM
WEDNESDAY PM WORKSHOP 2-4.30PM
THURSDAY PM WORKSHOP 4-6.30PM
FRIDAY AM WORKSHOP 10.30am - 1.00pm
SUNDAY PM WORKSHOPS 2.30pm - 5.00pm
To BOOK onto a POTTERY WORKSHOP or for POTTERY PAINTING please scroll down to the next section where all current dates are listed. Once you have booked your place, Jo will get in touch to request payment and to chat about your experience etc.
POTTERY WORKSHOP: £30pp per workshop.
POTTERY PAINTING: There is a £14 studio fee to include all equipment, materials and firing of your work. On the day of your workshop you will select which piece you wish to decorate. The final balance will depend on which pieces you choose to paint and how many you select - Items range from £6-£25.
Payment can be made in cash or card at the end of the workshop or via invoice emailed to you.
Minimum spend per workshop (including the studio fee): £20.
To BUY A VOUCHER please contact Jo at breakforthe breakfortheborder100@gmail.com. Jo will email the invoice and once paid, the voucher will be emailed to you for printing out. If you would like a hard copy of the voucher please let Jo know - £2.50 charge.
Vouchers can be customised with a name upon request.
To WORK ON THE WHEEL, beginners are encouraged to book a 1:1 or 2:1 wheel throwing workshop with Jo first.
Please email Jo directly at breakfortheborder100@gmail.com to book in a workshop at a mutually convenient time.
One wheel available in the studio for students to share during group workshops. Once proficient on the wheel and used to the studio, you will be able to book private sessions on the wheel outside of group workshops - subject to availability.
By Booking onto any Workshop you agree to the Terms and Conditions
You don't have to attend on consecutive weeks but coming regularly is the best way to develop your skill set and embed the knowledge you learn.
Scroll down below to book online on any available date to suit you. Come three times a week if you fancy!
Max 6/7 people per workshop.
A relaxed, welcoming and friendly space awaits. Parking on site (including EV Charging). Tea and Coffee. Toilet facilities.
Assistance dogs welcome.
LEARN DEVELOP CREATE
Get in touch with Jo to find out more: breakfortheborder100@gmail.com
Book private Workshops
1:1 or 2:1 Beginners Wheel Throwing
Learn the basics of wheel throwing from how to centre your clay to pulling up, shaping and trimming your pot.
No experience required, Jo is used to teaching beginners.
Unlimited clay with up to the three best outcomes glazed and fired.
Private tuition with dedicated 1:1 or 2:1 teaching and support.
Collect your work from the studio once fired (or it can be posted out to you).
2 1/2 hour pottery making session
1:1 £70; 2:1 £120
Please email Jo directly at breakfortheborder100@gmail.com to book.
COME ALONG WITH A GROUP OF FRIENDS
Fancy getting a group of friends together to have a private workshop led by Jo? This option is available for between 4 & 10 people for a Make and Decorate Pinch Pot and/or Pottery Painting.
Contact Jo to discuss your requirements and get a date booked in.
Alternatively, you can arrange a 1:1 or 2:1 wheel throwing workshop at a mutually agreed time.
Make and Decorate a Pinch Pot
Make and Decorate a Pinch Pot
If you're looking for a one-off hand building pottery making experience, this workshop is for you. Jo will take you through the techniques of forming a basic pinch pot which can then be turned into mug, animal or decorative pot. Let your imagination run wild or dip into Jo's curated Pinterest boards for plenty of ideas to get your creative juices going. You will be able to embellish your work with designs/shapes & patterns, plus glaze your pot.
3 hour hand building session
Book a 1:1 session or come together with friends as a group.
£95pp(1), £60pp (2); £35pp (3); £30pp (4-10)
Alternatively join a group workshop by booking online. £30pp 2 1/2 hrs
Please email Jo directly at breakfortheborder100@gmail.com to book.
Gift Vouchers
Pop Up Pottery Workshop
Beginners Wheel Throwing 1:1 or 2:1
Pop Up Pottery Workshop
2 x 2 1/2 hr workshops
£60
A chance to have five hours of directed learning & creating, in a group workshop environment. All equipment & materials will be provided.
Voucher will be emailed or can be posted out for an additional £2.50
Recipient will contact Jo to book two of the online Pop Up Pottery workshops
Pop Up Pottery Painting
Beginners Wheel Throwing 1:1 or 2:1
Pop Up Pottery Workshop
1 x 2 1/2 hr workshop
£20-£40+ Vouchers
£14 studio fee
Items range from £6-£25
Ideal for those who prefer to focus on colour, design and pattern with a finished item to be collected once fired.
Recipient will contact Jo to book an online Pop Up Painting workshop.
Voucher will be emailed or can be posted out for an additional £2.50
breakfortheborder100@gmail.com
Make & Decorate a Pinch Pot
Beginners Wheel Throwing 1:1 or 2:1
Beginners Wheel Throwing 1:1 or 2:1
Ideal for those wanting a one-off experience in working and glazing clay to make a single item using the Pinch Pot technique.
1 x 3hr workshop.
Come for a one-to-one pottery making session or book as a group.
£70pp(1), £50pp (2);
£35pp (3); £30pp (4-10)
Voucher will be emailed or can be posted out for an additional £2.50
breakfortheborder100@gmail.com
Beginners Wheel Throwing 1:1 or 2:1
Beginners Wheel Throwing 1:1 or 2:1
Beginners Wheel Throwing 1:1 or 2:1
A 2 1/2 hr 1:1 or 3 hr 2:1 session with unlimited clay to practice your pottery making. Keep 3 items that will be glazed & fired for collection .
Enjoy the wonderful experience of connecting with clay on the wheel, learning a new skill & have three pots to show off your hard work.
£70 1:1 or £120 2:1
Voucher will be emailed or can be poste
A 2 1/2 hr 1:1 or 3 hr 2:1 session with unlimited clay to practice your pottery making. Keep 3 items that will be glazed & fired for collection .
Enjoy the wonderful experience of connecting with clay on the wheel, learning a new skill & have three pots to show off your hard work.
£70 1:1 or £120 2:1
Voucher will be emailed or can be posted out for an additional £2.50
About Breakfortheborder Studio
Who
Our Workshops
Where
Jo is a self taught potter who has 11 years experience of experimenting, learning and developing her clay skills. Her pottery making studio is based at Allt Cottages on the grounds of Allt Yr Ynys near Pandy, where she runs pottery classes in hand building and beginners wheel throwing. Jo loves to teach beginners/intermediates in the t
Jo is a self taught potter who has 11 years experience of experimenting, learning and developing her clay skills. Her pottery making studio is based at Allt Cottages on the grounds of Allt Yr Ynys near Pandy, where she runs pottery classes in hand building and beginners wheel throwing. Jo loves to teach beginners/intermediates in the tips, tricks & methods of all things clay to help them build and develop their skills. Come and join us on our ceramic pottery course.
Where
Our Workshops
Where
At Breakfortheborder Studio, we are proud of our stunning location on the border of England and Wales, just 7 miles outside Abergavenny, near Pandy. A beautiful, enriching & inspiring location to unleash your pottery making creativity with views of Hatterall Ridge, part of Offa's Dyke.
Free parking available. EV charging. Tea & Coffe
At Breakfortheborder Studio, we are proud of our stunning location on the border of England and Wales, just 7 miles outside Abergavenny, near Pandy. A beautiful, enriching & inspiring location to unleash your pottery making creativity with views of Hatterall Ridge, part of Offa's Dyke.
Free parking available. EV charging. Tea & Coffee making and toilet facilities on site.
Assistance dogs welcome.
Our Workshops
Our Workshops
Our Workshops
Our pottery making workshops are for those wanting to develop skills in working with clay. You will be taught the basics so you can begin to create your own work with Jo on hand to advise & support. Come to our pottery classes to learn, develop & create. Pottery painting workshops also available if you prefer to focus on colour, pattern & design.
Learn, Develop, Create in a wonderful inspiring setting on the border of England and Wales
Breakfortheborder Studio
Stunning view of Hatterall Ridge from the garden of Breakfortheborder Studio.
Take five and sit in the south west facing garden to soak up the views.
It's just mud! Come and play with clay, learn new skills and create some lovely pieces.
Studio set up for a pottery painting workshop.
Kiln on site for firing your creative work.
Studio loo right next to the studio.
Be inspired by your surroundings on the border of England and Wales. A breath of fresh air.
You'll have a very warm welcome when you attend one of the workshops. We aim to foster a friendly, collaborative environment where you can experiment, make mistakes, learn, develop and create.
Contact Us
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Breakfortheborder Studio
Allt Yr Ynys, Walterstone, Hereford, HR2 0DT, United Kingdom
Hours
Open today | 09:00 – 17:00 |
