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One wheel. Your first bowl.

Meet your new favourite kind of spin.

Meet the wheel, find your centre and throw a small bowl. A gentle first go with one wheel per maker.

First Spin illustrative ceramics workshop
Original AI-created illustration of a fictional ceramics studio and adults.

A little of what to expect

We begin with a quick demonstration, then it is your turn. Learn how a small lump of stoneware becomes a centred, open form. Your tutor helps you find pressure, balance and an even wall without rushing the process.

  1. Get comfortable with your wheel and clay
  2. Practise centering, opening and lifting
  3. Choose a favourite small piece for us to finish

Ready when you arrive.

  • Clay, tools and an apron
  • One selected piece trimmed, glazed and fired by the studio
  • Collection in 4–6 weeks

Tea, water and an apron are available. Wear closed shoes and clothes you do not mind getting clay on.

From clay to keepsake.

We will trim your selected bowl, apply a clear or soft white studio glaze and fire it twice. Pieces are usually ready to collect in 4–6 weeks. Handmade clay can change in the kiln; a finished piece is never guaranteed.

Read about firing and collection ↗

A first go, not a test.

Clay has a way of wobbling. We keep spare clay ready and treat every restart as part of learning.

One wheel per person · Maximum 6 makers · With Nia Ellis

A small question before you book?

Read the first-visit guide for clothing, accessibility, drying times and what to expect in the studio.

Your first visit