🎄 Festive Pottery Workshop 🎄- Decorating with Slip

£35.00

Saturday 6th December - 13.30 - 16.30

Join us for a cheerful, hands-on pottery session perfect for beginners! Whether you're coming solo or with a friend, this laid-back and welcoming workshop is all about getting stuck in, having a giggle, and creating something truly personal out of clay, no experience required.

You’ll learn how to cut, shape and decorate clay slabs using colourful slips. It’s the great way to unwind, get into the festive spirit, and maybe even craft a few thoughtful handmade gifts along the way!

Saturday 6th December - 13.30 - 16.30

Join us for a cheerful, hands-on pottery session perfect for beginners! Whether you're coming solo or with a friend, this laid-back and welcoming workshop is all about getting stuck in, having a giggle, and creating something truly personal out of clay, no experience required.

You’ll learn how to cut, shape and decorate clay slabs using colourful slips. It’s the great way to unwind, get into the festive spirit, and maybe even craft a few thoughtful handmade gifts along the way!

Whether you're feeling crafty or just fancy a cosy, creative evening, come along and make something festive to treasure (or gift!) this Christmas.

What’s included:

  • Pre-rolled clay slabs ready to be transformed

  • Guidance on cutting, shaping, and creating festive forms

  • Surface decoration with bright slips using brushes, sponges & tools

  • Tips to get your piece kiln-ready

  • All materials & firing included

🎁 What we can make:

  • Christmas Tree Table Decoration

  • Hanging Decorations

  • Festive trinket dishes

Once dried your work will be professionally fired twice and glazed for a glossy finish, this process takes 2-3 weeks. We will arrange a date where you can collect your work from the front desk at the Community + Arts centre. If this isn’t suitable and we may be able to arrange an alternative. If you prefer we can post your ceramic pieces, please be aware there is an additional charge for this.

Workshop Details

·       Location: Nairn Community and Arts Centre, IV12 4BQ

When: Saturday 6th December - 13.30 - 16.30

·       Duration: 3 hours

·       Price: £35

·       Ages: Under 16’s should be accompanied by an adult

·       Skill Level: Suitable for beginners – no prior experience required

·       What’s Included: All clay, slips, tools, and firing and glazing, your one-of-a-kind designs to keep.

·       What to Wear: Old clothes or an apron – clay can get messy!

·       🔥 Firing & Collection: Your decorated piece will be fired and ready for collection in 2–3 weeks

·       Spaces: Maximum group of 15

Your host:

Hiya, my name is Jaime and I am a local potter based in Nairn. I moved here last year and after setting my little home studio up I am so excited to now offer workshops, meet other creative people and hopefully have a laugh! I studied ceramics at university and will happily share my knowledge , tips and tricks and chat all things pottery to anyone who’ll listen.

Workshop Refund Policy

We totally understand — sometimes life happens!

  • Cancel at least 48 hours before: You’ll get a full refund or can move your booking to another date.

  • Less than 48 hours / no-show: Since we’ve already prepared the materials we are not able to offer a refund or reschedule.

  • If we need to cancel: You’ll get a full refund or can choose a new date — whatever works best for you!

Just reach out — we’re always happy to help! - hello@theslipstudio.co.uk

Disclaimer: Just a heads-up: Clay can occasionally crack while drying or firing — it's pretty rare and the kiln gods are generally on our side, but it does happen on occasion. Howvever - we'll do our very best to prevent it!