Pottery Hand-Building
Our hand-building pottery workshops are all about getting your hands into clay and seeing where it takes you. It’s a slower, more tactile way of working, with plenty of room to explore, experiment, and learn by doing. Forms grow gradually, ideas shift as you work, and the process is just as important as the finished piece.
You can join a one-off taster to try out hand-building and get a feel for the material, or take part in a regular course where skills build naturally from week to week. The longer format gives you time to settle in, play with ideas, and develop more confidence with various techniques.
The workshops are relaxed, friendly, and supportive, with space to chat, concentrate, and enjoy working with clay at your own pace. You’ll leave with finished work, new skills, and the urge to keep making.
Get muddy. Learn as you go. Take home something made to last.
Got a favourite piece of clothing that’s seen better days? Bring it along and learn how to give it a new life.
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll cover the basics of visible mending, including patching, darning, reinforcing worn areas and simple decorative stitches. You’ll learn how to choose suitable fabrics and threads, work with different types of damage, and build strong repairs that also look good.
We’ll experiment with colour, texture and stitch patterns to turn holes, stains and worn-out areas into something intentional.
No previous sewing experience needed. Bring 1-2 garments you’d like to repair and we’ll take it from there.
While sewing machines are available to use, this workshop will focus more on hand-mending techniques.
Take home your unique garment, some new skills and a little mending kit to keep going at home.
Come and work on whatever you like: your sketchbook practice, a painting in progress, a sewing project or have a play with clay. The space is yours. Bring your favourite materials or a selection of studio supplies are available if you need them.
Just turn up, make things, pay for how long you stay.
Clay available in the studio. Kiln firing charged separately per kilo.
Drop-ins are welcome, but space is limited so a spot isn’t guaranteed unless you reserve here first :)
See you in the studio soon! Leanne xx
Note: These sessions are for those who have already completed at least one guided course at Make Space in the area you wish to work in. This is to ensure you are familiar with studio workflows, materials and equipment, especially how to safely operate the sewing machines or pottery wheel.
Price: €10 per hour, only pay for how long you stay.
As the evenings grow darker, we’ll light the candles in the studio for a cosy autumn evening of ceramic painting.
Each participant will receive a handmade ceramic mug to decorate it with your own unique design. Explore our range of underglazes, liners and layered glaze combinations. Enjoy a glass of mulled wine or red wine and delicious snacks.
If you would like to decorate multiple pieces there is a lovely selection of bowls, plates, vases and more in the studio to purchase for a small additional fee.
No previous experience is needed. Just bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxed evening by candlelight.
After the workshop, I’ll glaze and fire your piece for you. Your finished ceramic will be ready for collection approximately in 3-4 weeks, just in time for Christmas gifting.
Join us for a relaxed, festive ceramics workshop designed for one parent plus one child (aged 5-12) to enjoy together.*
🎨 What will you make together?
✨ Festive tree decorations – stars, hearts, angels and more
🕯️ Tea light holders and candle stands
🎄 Little Christmas trees
🎁 Personalised ornaments and gift tags with names pressed into the clay
🍬 Small dishes for Christmas treats
☕ Mini mugs and festive spoon rests
Whether you create matching decorations, make a special gift for someone you love, or simply enjoy getting your hands messy with clay, the possibilities are endless!
No previous experience is needed. I’ll guide you through the process step by step, and all materials are provided. It’s all about having fun, exploring your creativity and making something special together.
After the workshop, I’ll take care of drying, both kiln firings and glazing. Your finished pieces will be ready for collection by early December – just in time for Christmas decorating and gift-giving!
(If you would like to bring one additional sibling also aged 5-12 there is an additional 30 Euro fee).
It might seem early to be thinking about Christmas, but handmade ceramics take time!
Join us for a relaxed, creative, hands-on ceramics workshop where you’ll shape your own festive treasures from clay. Bring an inspo pic of what you’d like to make and get friendly guidance every step of the way.
What can you make?
🕯️ Tea light holders and candle stands
⭐ Festive tree decorations – stars, hearts, angels and more
🎄 Little Christmas trees
🕯️ Advent and taper candle holders
🍬 Small dishes for sweets, nuts or jewellery
🎁 Personalised gift tags and ornaments with names pressed into the clay
☕ Mini mugs and festive spoon rests
From clay to Christmas magic
After the workshop, we’ll take care of the drying, two kiln firings and glazing. Your finished pieces will be ready for collection by December – perfect for decorating your home or wrapping up as thoughtful, handmade Christmas gifts.
🤍 No experience needed, everything you need is provided. Just come along, get creative and enjoy some festive making time!
A focused, hands-on pottery experience perfect for beginners who want to really get stuck into clay in a single, relaxed workshop.
Over 2.5 hours, you’ll be guided through simple handbuilding techniques and have the chance to try the potter’s wheel, experimenting freely in a friendly studio environment.
Recent workshops have included Japanese Kurinaki techniques, garlic grater plates, matcha bowls, organic serving platters and more! The possibilities are endless, come with an idea in mind or allow yourself to be inspired in the studio.
Workshop price includes clay, access to tools and equipment, simple glaze and kiln firing. Choose your favorite glaze on the day and I will finish your piece for you, ready to collect in 6-8 weeks time. If you would like to explore painting, glazing and surface decoration in greater depth a separate follow up workshop will be available to book.
*We’ll run the class with a minimum of 3 people.
Come and work on whatever you like: your sketchbook practice, a painting in progress, a sewing project or have a play with clay. The space is yours. Bring your favourite materials or a selection of studio supplies are available if you need them.
This is a self-guided session. If you want to use the pottery wheel or sewing machines then please make sure you have completed a dedicated course with us first.
Clay available to purchase in studio. Kiln firing charged separately per kilo.
Drop-ins are welcome, but space is limited so a spot isn’t guaranteed unless you reserve here first :)
See you in the studio soon! Leanne xx