Frequently asked q's

Can we take home a finished piece after one session? 

No. Ceramics is a process orientated craft, and as each piece needs to be bisque fired and glaze fired it is not possible to have a finished piece after one 3 hour session. 

If you are new to ceramics, it is great to start in a course or in a workshop so we can explain the process of drying, firing and glazing to you. All of our ‘One Off Workshops’ include glazing and firing in the cost, so the studio will finish it for you, ready to collect 3-4 weeks later.

I want to book in with a bunch of friends, how do we do this?

Clay play with friends is always more enjoyable!  With our booking app, Momence, you can book in for yourself and for a pal or two at the same time.

Can I come have a look at the studio before booking in a class?

Of course! We would love you to! 

Our Newstead studio is open 8.30am-3.00pm daily, but our Morningside studio has varying opening times depending on courses and appointment, so please call ahead before you drop by.

Can I bring children to the studio and book them in for classes?

The Ceramic House is a working studio with inherent site dangers for children as sharp or very hot objects so we have a no children policy in the studio part of the workshop. The courses and workshops are mostly for adults, but we accept teens in our workshops if they are accompanied by an adult also booking in. Children are welcome in the paint-a-pot activity at the front of the studio but require full adult supervision.

Will you messaage me when my work is ready?

Yes we do. We send out an email and SMS from our booking app Momence. Please remember that this may sometimes land in your junk mail so be sure to check that. When you are signing up to a course or workshop on Momence, please ensure you do not unclick the box that says ‘receive communications’ - this is not spam, this is us notifying you about your booking and collection of your work.

How long will you keep my work?

We have very strict ONE MONTH STORAGE POLICY at The Ceramic House. Please ensure you collect your work as soon as possible after you receive your notification.

Do I need to book in a session for paint-a-pot activity?

Yes, bookings are essential for the paint-a-pot activity. If you head to our home page there is a tile for paint a pot and you can book your session on the timetable there.

Can I bring in my own clay?

Sure you can but you must make sure it can withstand firing temperatures of cone 6 or 1222 C. We will need to bring in your packaging of the clay to make sure it will be able to go in our kiln. We do not accept any home dug clay or any unidentified (unpackaged) clay.

Can I switch between wheel work and hand building?

Sure! We encourage you to try both approaches to this exciting craft.

Can I book a wheel session and share it with my friend(s)?

Sorry, each session is for one individual only.