Shape & Fun: Hand-built Creations - My Treasure Box

Craft Your Keepsake: Handbuilt Ceramic Treasure Box

Intrigued by the possibilities of clay? This immersive workshop empowers you to create a unique and functional piece of art – a personalised ceramic treasure box with a lid.  Prior experience is not required.  This one-time session welcomes all creative minds seeking a rewarding introduction to hand-building techniques in ceramics.

Over the course of this 2.5-hour workshop, you will:

• Delve into Clay: Gain a foundational understanding of different clay types, their properties, and proper handling techniques.
• Master Handbuilding: Learn the core methods of slab construction – the building blocks for crafting your one-of-a-kind treasure box.
• Design Your Vision: Unleash your imagination. Sketch your concept or choose from inspiring templates to determine the size, shape, and overall design of your box.
• Construct the Box: Under the guidance of our experienced instructor, you will construct both the base and lid of your box, ensuring a secure and functional closure.
• Surface Exploration: Explore the world of surface decoration techniques to personalise your treasure box. Learn carving, stamping, and textural additions to create a unique design that reflects your artistic vision.
• Finishing Touches: Master smoothing techniques to achieve a polished look and ensure your creation is ready for firing.
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Within a supportive and encouraging environment, you will:

• Develop Foundational Hand-building Skills: This workshop lays the groundwork for future ceramic endeavours.
• Embrace Creativity and Self-Expression: Design and decorate your treasure box to reflect your unique style and concept.
• Benefit from Expert Guidance: Our experienced instructor will provide personalised instruction and ensure your success at every step.

Leave the workshop with:

• A Hand-built Ceramic Treasure Box: A beautiful testament to your creativity and newfound skills in hand-building techniques.
• The Knowledge to Explore Further: This workshop serves as the perfect springboard for future adventures in ceramics.

All materials and firing are included!  This workshop is ideal for:

• Individuals seeking a stimulating and creative activity.
• Those curious about hand-building techniques in ceramics.
• Anyone interested in creating a unique and functional piece of art for personal use or as a gift.

Once your creation is done you can also decide to paint them by booking a painting class at any suitable time and you will recieve a discount to paint your own handmade ceramic objects.
 

Important: 
Please note that the complete preparation of ceramics requires 3 to 4 weeks.