How the throwing taster sessions work:-

My throwing taster sessions are very popular and book up quickly. These private sessions are held at my garden studio in central St Albans and are perfect for individuals, pairs or small family groups. I start off with a throwing demo. All my teaching is fully supported (1:2:1) which means we all share the same wheel and take turns throwing. The price is the same regardless of the number of potters taking part.

*** private session: 1 tutor/ 1 wheel ***

 

​​I do a limited number of sessions each month, term time – usually Fridays & Saturdays – which book up very quickly.​

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Costs : 1 hr £65; 90 mins £95; 2hrs £125

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More info

 

You can make as many pots as you like during the session, and at the end you decide what you'd like glazed.  There is also an option for decorating your pots with coloured slip. Not only is it fun, but it can keep the children occupied while the adults get a turn on the wheel. 
In your booking, please specify the number of people taking part, and the ages of the children (if any).  Typically it takes 10-15 mins per person per pot, although some potters (usually children) are faster.
Note: the FAMILY throwing sessions work the same– I just reserve them for families during school holidays. Families can book regular sessions. 

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Glazing requires drying, bisque & glaze firing and typically takes 4-6 weeks. All creations are dishwasher safe.
I will contact you when your creations are ready. Owing to limited storage space, please collect soonest. Long unclaimed items may get donated.

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• 2hr session - includes 2 pots for firing, see below for casts for additional pieces
• 90 mins session - includes 1 pot for firing
• 1hr session - includes 1 pot for firing

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Firing prices
£6 per standard pot (my usual glaze)
£8 for decorated pots (in coloured slips)

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On the day:-
• We are on the corner of Sandpit Lane and Walton street - just up from St Saviours Church. My studio is the black wooden barn with the dragon on the roof
• Parking is in Walton street / Heath Road - we are the end on the RHS (no permits required at weekends, or Weekdays: 11:30-13:30 or after 2:30pm). AL1 4DQ.
• Note: Walton street is a ONE WAY system from Boundary Road, the WRONG WAY with no entrance from Sandpit Lane
** Best to have short nails, and clothes you are happy to get muddy/ bring an apron
** Also remove all rings, bracelets & watches if possible.

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​On the day:-

• We are on Sandpit Lane - just up from St Saviours Church - and are the black wooden building withe dragon on the roof - at the end of Walton street (corner with Sandpit Lane - RHS) AL1 4DQ.  Easiest street parking is on the one way system of Heath Road or Walton street  (no permits at weekend, nor 11:30 -13:30, or after 2:30pm weekday). Note Walton street is ONE WAY - the OTHER way

• Best to have short nails, and clothes you are happy to get muddy/ bring an apron; Also remove all rings bracelets & watches if possible.

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FAQ - the answers

• Any age can take part.  My youngest potter was 14 months (although admittedly he did prefer playing in the water)

• yes, I do gift vouchers. They are valid for 12 months​​​