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December 6-Week Pottery Course: Tuesdays

Overview

A 6-week pottery course that works around your holidays. You'll make functional, personalized pieces while learning both wheel throwing and handbuilding. Classes meet Tuesdays at 6:30 PM, December 1 to 22, on the wheel. The last two weeks are flexible. Week 5 is handbuilding: come Tuesday, December 29, or pick another handbuilding night in December when you book. Week 6 is all of January: come in any 2 days to finish your projects with glazing.

Refund & attendanceShow

Refund Policy

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.

Attendance Policy

If you cannot attend a class, please contact potterychicago@gmail.com before enrolling and we will inform you if a makeup option is available.

Duration
2 hours
Location
1770 W Berteau Ave Suite 407
Capacity
14 people
Enroll in Course
$210
Course price (all sessions included)
Course schedule6 weeks · Session outline
  1. Week 1Dec 1

    Throwing Part 1

    Centering clay, forming cylinders, and crafting simple bowls.

  2. Week 2Dec 8

    Throwing Part 2

    Improve your control with taller forms, even walls, and refined shaping.

  3. Week 3Dec 15

    Throwing Part 3

    Learn trimming techniques and how to add footers (bases).

  4. Week 4Dec 22

    Throwing Part 4

    Back on the wheel to refine every technique from the first three weeks.

  5. Week 5Dec 29 or your pick

    Flexible Handbuilding: Coil Building Mugs

    Build a mug by hand, rolling and stacking coils, then smoothing the walls and adding a handle. Come Tuesday, December 29, or pick another handbuilding night in December when you book.

  6. Week 6Flex in January

    Glazing

    January is flexible: come in any 2 days from January 2 to 31 (no Fridays) to finish your projects with glazing. You'll receive up to 4 hours of studio time (split across the 2 sessions) during open hours. Finished pieces are typically ready one week after glazing and will be held for 60 days after firing.

14 spots remaining · $210 per person

First Class
Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM CST
Location
1770 W Berteau Ave Suite 407, Chicago, IL 60613
Class Size
~13 students
Type:Courses
Weeks:6 weeks
Duration:2 hours
Class meetings:6

Event Location

1770 W Berteau Ave Suite 407, Chicago, IL 60613

Located in the Artsy Ravenswood, easily accessible by public transit and street parking available.