August Summer Markets Handbuilding Course
Summer Markets is a 5-week handbuilding course inspired by your local farmers market. Choose Wednesdays or Thursdays at 6:30 PM in August 2026 — last Summer Markets offering of the year.
Overview
Summer Markets is a 5-week pottery course inspired by the sights, smells, and textures of your local farmers market — no wheel required. Choose Wednesdays (August 5–26) or Thursdays (August 6–27) at 6:30 PM. Default group glazing is the first Wednesday or Thursday in September, with flexible glazing anytime through the month. Week 4 project: a bunch of custom magnets (not charcuterie boards). Prefer a charcuterie plate in week 4? Select the optional $20 swap during enrollment. This is the last Summer Markets offering of 2026. Up to 12 students per section. Select your day on the enrollment page before checkout. All tools and materials are included; optional tool kit $20.
Refund & attendanceShow
Non-refundable 5 days before the start. A $25 cancellation fee applies before this. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult who is also enrolled in the course.
If you cannot attend a class, please contact potterychicago@gmail.com before enrolling and we will inform you if a makeup option is available.
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[Wednesdays] August Summer Markets Handbuilding Course
Week 4 is a bunch of magnets by default. On the next step you can swap to a charcuterie plate for $20 per person.
Course schedule5 weeks · Session outlineShowHide
- Week 1Aug 5
Sip mug or planter
Pinch pot and handbuilding fundamentals.
- Week 2Aug 12
Wall-mounted vase
Coils and slabs for display and drainage.
- Week 3Aug 19
Berry basket
Slab and coil techniques for an open basket form.
- Week 4Aug 26
A bunch of magnets!
The perfect way to fill your fridge with custom magnets to really add a pop of creativity to your home. Prefer a charcuterie plate? Choose the optional $20 swap during enrollment.
- Week 5First Wed · Sep 2
Glazing
Default group glazing on the first Wednesday in September. If you cannot make this day, you must schedule a different day before September 8. Food-safe glazes; pieces ready on the usual timeline after firing.
7 spots remaining · $185 per person