Pots for the Garden

All levels of clay experience are welcome!

Handbuilding for the Garden: A 6-Week Clay Class 🌿🏺

Bring your garden to life with handmade pottery! In this 6-week handbuilding class, students will create a collection of functional and decorative pieces designed specifically for outdoor spaces.

Using slab, coil, and sculptural techniques, we’ll make a variety of garden-inspired forms such as planters, herb markers, watering bells, small garden totems, bird feeders, and decorative vessels for patios or flower beds. You might also explore wall pockets for plants, lanterns, or whimsical sculptural accents to add personality to your space.

Along the way, you’ll learn how to build strong, weather-friendly forms and experiment with texture, carving, and surface design inspired by nature — from leaf impressions to layered patterns.

Each week will introduce new projects while leaving room to refine and personalize your work. Whether you’re drawn to clean, functional pieces or more playful, sculptural forms, you’ll have the freedom to develop your own style.

This class is perfect for beginners and returning students who want to slow down, get their hands in the clay, and create meaningful pieces for the spaces they love.

Come get a little muddy and make something beautiful for your garden 🌸

Ideal For:

First-timers
Returning students ready to try something different
Anyone who loves pottery, gardening, and creating handmade pieces that bring personality to outdoor spaces.

Includes:

25 lbs of clay
6 weeks Studio Access
2 weeks after class ends to finish all work
Open Studio time outside of class to practice and explore

Students will meet for 2.5 hrs, once a week for six weeks. You will be able to progress at your own speed and instruction will be catered to your particular skill level.

The class must have 6 people to run.

Be sure to wear old clothes or bring a apron and towel. Basic beginner pottery tools can be purchased here for $15. If you have any questions about the class, please email Delores at infodelorespottery@gmail.com

Students must be 18 years or older. Some exceptions can be made. Contact Delores with requests before registering your child.

We do not offer personal make up days since all of our classes are full.Typically instructors repeat lessons so if you miss one week you'll have the demo next time. We also offer open studio, access to the studio on the weekends and some weekday options for students to come in and practice.