Making a mug on a potter's wheel can be challenging for first-time pottery wheel users. During the session, our experienced potters will guide you throughout the wheel-throwing process. Although for absolute beginners, we recommend our 90-minute Pottery fun session experience before this challenge.
Our mug-making pottery session is perfect for those with some experience and those ready to take a challenge. It is ideal for date night couples, friends, and families.
So easy! Just scroll down this page or click "Book Now" to select a date from the schedule. Then, you can follow the easy on-screen instructions to secure your spot. We’re excited to have you join us!
Join a mug-making pottery session—! This session is ideal for those who have taken our 90-minute Pottery fun session or have some pottery experience.
We recommend some experience, but no worries; our expert instructors will guide you, helping you create beautiful pottery and build confidence.
Our mug-making pottery and ceramic classes are typically 90 minutes long, but class lengths can vary, usually from 1.5 to 2 hours. Please add an additional 15 to 20 minutes if you want to participate in the glazing activity after the session.
It takes approximately 2 to 3 weeks to complete the firing process.
Clay comes off easily. We suggest you wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, and tie back long hair.
Our bisque and glazing activity is a fantastic opportunity to elevate your artistic journey! While it’s not included in your initial purchase, you have the option to take home your raw creation or transform it further with our professional glazing and bisque-firing services. For just $10, your piece can undergo bisque firing, and for an additional $30, we’ll glaze and fire it to perfection. Don’t miss out on the chance to turn your artwork into a lasting treasure!
Of course! For those who can’t pick up their pottery creations, we provide hand delivery services in the greater Seattle area and the area near the city of Everett, Bothell, Lynnwood, Bellevue, Redmond, Marysville, the University of Washington, and the Puget Sound region. Outside these areas, we use USPS and third-party shipping services to facilitate delivery anywhere in the USA. Delivery or Shipping would cost $30 anywhere in the USA, plus you add a piece for the exact shipping address for $8.
Once your project is complete, you will receive a text message. After receiving the message, you have 30 to 40 days to pick up your project. You can always check the status of your project on the “Status” webpage.
Off course! Our pottery classes are ideal for couples. It’s designed for you and your date. Join us today!
In addition to pottery for fun classes, we also offer private pottery classes for those who want to improve their pottery skills. Learn more about it at Private Pottery Classes.
Also, check our glass fusing and stained glass courses
To make it a private pottery session for your group, you can select a date from our schedule to reserve a maximum of 12 seats. If you have more than 12 members or you can’t find a specific date/time for your private experience, please get in touch with us at studio@feelatistic.org
Of course! Kids ages 8+ and at least 50 inches tall to operate the pottery wheels are welcome. Please note: Children ages 8-12 participating in pottery or glass art classes must be accompanied by an adult or parent throughout the class.
We recommend starting with a 90-minute pottery session before jumping into mug-making, as creating mugs on the potter’s wheel can be more challenging than making bowls. Here are several reasons why mug-making is more difficult than bowl-making:
1. Shape Precision: Mugs typically have vertical walls and a uniform cylindrical shape, which requires a higher level of precision during the throwing process. Achieving consistent thickness and shape can be more demanding than the wider, more forgiving curves of a bowl.
2. Handle Attachment: One of the main challenges in mug-making is attaching the handle. Creating a functional handle involves additional techniques, such as pulling and shaping a separate piece of clay. The handle must not only adhere securely to the mug but also support its weight, adding complexity to the process.
3. Structural Integrity: Mugs require thicker walls compared to bowls for strength and durability, especially since they are frequently handled and used for drinking. This requirement necessitates careful consideration during the throwing phase to ensure that the walls are both sturdy and aesthetically pleasing.
4. Balance and Centering: While centering is important for both bowls and mugs, it can differ in approach. Mugs often require extra focus on creating a stable base that can support the weight of the mug when it is full, which can be tricky to achieve.
5. Finishing Touches: Mugs typically necessitate more attention during the finishing process, especially around the handle area. Ensuring that the handle is comfortable to hold while securely attached demands extra care and skill.
Overall, although both bowls and mugs are created using similar foundational techniques, the specific design and functional requirements of mugs introduce additional challenges that can make them more difficult to develop.
If you’re a beginner, please join us at our beginner pottery session at 90-Minutes Pottery For Fun
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