Where can I take pottery classes in Chicago?

The Pottery Loop is a Chicago pottery studio at 1770 W Berteau Ave, Suite 407. We offer beginner wheel classes, handbuilding workshops, multi-week courses, and private events. Browse and book at thepotteryloop.com/book.

What is The Pottery Loop?

The Pottery Loop (also searched as Pottery Loop Chicago or Chicago Loop pottery) is a community pottery studio in Chicago offering workshops, courses, gift cards, and kids parties.

Do I need pottery experience to take a class?

No. Most students at The Pottery Loop are trying pottery for the first time. Current workshops are beginner-friendly and include all materials, tools, and firing.

How do I book a pottery workshop in Chicago?

Open the Book page, choose a wheel, handbuilding, or course date, and check out. You will get a confirmation email with studio details.

Do you host private pottery parties in Chicago?

Yes. Birthdays, corporate groups, and private workshops can be requested at thepotteryloop.com/privatebooking, in studio or at your venue.

Hands throwing a pot on the pottery wheel

The Pottery Loop

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking, cancellations, pickup, and what to expect at The Pottery Loop.

Booking & Registration

Cancellations & Rescheduling

Pickup & Finished Pieces

Pottery & Firing Process

Open Studio

General Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I book a workshop?

How do I book a private event?

Do I need any prior experience?

Do you have more intermediate and advanced courses?

What should I bring to a workshop?

How long are the workshops?

What is your cancellation policy?

Can I reschedule my workshop?

Can I reschedule a course?

What if I miss one course date?

What if The Pottery Loop cancels a workshop?

When can I pick up my finished piece?

What if I haven't received any notice?

How long do you hold finished pieces?

Can someone else pick up my piece for me?

What does "fire to low fire" mean?

How does the glazing process work?

Can I choose my own glaze colors?

Can I bring in my pottery from another studio?

What if my piece breaks during firing?

Do you offer open studio time?

What does open studio include?

If I enroll in a course, do I get automatic access to the separate 24-hour space?

How do I request open studio time?

Where are you located?

Is there parking available?

Are your workshops suitable for children?

Can I host a private event or party?

Do you offer Pottery in the Park?

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