About this Event
We’re leaning all the way into spring with this one. Over 6 weeks, you’ll build a collection of handmade pieces for your garden—planters, pots, and whatever else you dream up.
We’ll cover handbuilding techniques like slab, coil, and pinch, but the real goal here is to make stuff you’re excited about. Want a hanging planter? A weird little plant friend? A full set of pots? Let’s go.
Small group, lots of one-on-one help, and plenty of room to experiment, get a little muddy, and figure out your own style along the way.
Instructor: Caelin McDaniel
What:
6-Week Handbuilding Class – Garden Edition: Pots, Planters & Garden Goods
When:
Class meets every Sunday from 11-1, starting April 19th - May 31st
Please note that class will not meet on Mother's Day, 5/10. We will resume class on 5/17
Where:
Erie ClaySpace, 1505 State ST, 3rd Floor of the PACA building, Erie, PA 16501
Accessing the studio:
The front doors to the PACA building are locked. When you arrive, please call (814) 520-5089, and your instructor will buzz you in.
Accessibility: If you need to use the elevator, let us know ahead of time at [email protected], and we’ll make sure someone is there to help you. (It’s old school—no call button.)
More info:
Each session starts with a quick demo, then we get into it. You’ll spend most of your time building, experimenting, and getting hands-on guidance as you work through your pieces.
We’ll move through the full process—from raw clay to finished work—covering building, refining, and surface decoration along the way.
By the end of the 6 weeks, you’ll have a collection of functional pieces ready for your space (or your plants), and a solid foundation in handbuilding techniques.
The class fee includes 12.5 pounds of clay, glazing materials, and all firings. Extra clay is available for purchase as needed.
Ages 13 to adult. Class size is limited to 10 students.
Open Studio:
In addition to class time, you’ll have access to the studio during open studio hours:
- Wednesdays: 6–8 pm
- Saturdays: 12–2 pm
Open studio is supervised, but instruction happens during class time.
Notes:
We reserve the right to postpone or cancel classes that do not meet a minimum of 5 students. If that happens, you can transfer or receive a full refund.
FAQs – We’ve Got You
👕 What should I wear?
Something comfy that can get a little muddy. Tie back long hair and skip the jewelry.
🎨 Is this beginner-friendly?
Yep. No experience needed.
💔 What if my piece breaks?
We handle everything with care, but clay does its own thing sometimes.
📦 When do I pick up my work?
About 2–4 weeks after the last class.
💸 Refunds?
Available if requested at least 48 hours before class (processing fees may apply).
📬 Questions?
[email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Erie ClaySpace, 1505 State Street, Erie, United States
USD 300.00
