Handbuilding For All Ages!

Families, groups of friends or solo creators of all abilities can book onto our self-led pottery hand-building sessions at Terra Cafe in Stokes Croft. Some examples of what you can make include a plant pot, bowl, mug, salt pig, monster pot or even a dazzling butter dish. You'll also be able to paint (under glaze) your piece. We tailor what different age groups do within the session so everyone can enjoy the experience together. Under 5s £9 have a 'play with clay' experience. For this session each child will have a ball of air drying clay, with a multitude of finger friendly tools, stamps, shape cutters and rollers to tuck into and get messy with. They will be given an array of paints, sponges and brushes to decorate their creations. Our fabulous pottery host will set your child up with everything they need, and be on hand to give creative ideas and to help them along their clay exploration. For under 5s, they will take their pieces home with them that day! Ages 6-10 £18 This is the perfect self led session for 6 - 10 year olds to create a ceramic masterpiece! With the help of our brilliantly illustrated guide, your child can follow along and create either a monster pot, animal pot or a lovely decorated bowl. Our pottery host will be on hand to settle your child in, help them select their 3 underglaze colours and provide them with an array of tools, stamps and shape cutters. We also have a splatter station, so your child can get expressive with a Jackson Pollock inspired piece if they would like to. Ages 11 + and adults £30 For this age group we have slightly more challenging pieces you can make. These include a plant pot, bowl, mug, salt pig, oil burner or even a dazzling butter dish. You'll also be able to paint (under glaze) your piece. What's included: - Clay, under-glazes, and tools - Our beautiful instruction guide and inspiration to help you along in making your ceramic piece - Our lovely and experienced pottery host on hand to help - Aprons - Two kiln firings and clear glazing of your work Something unique about our space is we also sell lovely speciality coffee & matcha, so whilst you create something wonderful with clay you can also indulge in a lovely coffee and pastry if you like! Please note, we only hold onto your pots for 3 months MAX after your initital session. Please collect promtly to avoid dissapointment! Children must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. There must be a minimum of 1 adult per 3 children. If you are booking 6 or more children for a birthday, this must be booked directly through us as a private party. Please drop us an email at info@terracafe.co.uk and we will happily arrange this for you. If you have any of the following: Blue Light Card/Universal Credit/PIP or Students - please enter the code ‘Discount’ at checkout for 10% off any pottery experience booking.