Succulent Life
Date and time
Wednesday, 11. November 2026, 18.30
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Overview
Beginner
No previous knowledge required for this event.
DE & EN
Our Instructor speaks fluent English and German.
Studio Zürich
Description
🌵 Your cactus with Zero chance of killing it.
Join us for a fun and squishy 2,5 hours workshop where you’ll sculpt your own forever plant — a ceramic cactus or succulent that never needs watering (or remembering). Tall, tiny, spiky, weird — whatever your plant vibe is, we’ll help you bring it to life with texture, personality, and plenty of colour.
In this class, you’ll create three different plants in a variety of shapes and styles — from spiky cacti to plump succulents. We’ll have plenty of examples to inspire you, so you can personalise each of your little plant babies just the way you like.
Never touched clay before? Perfect.
We’ll show you the ropes: how to shape, poke, twist, and paint your clay creation until it’s looking gloriously planty.
It’s the perfect bite-sized intro to ceramics: simple, creative, and totally satisfying. You’ll leave with clay under your nails, a personalised plate in the works, and maybe a new favourite hobby too.
🔥 After the event, we glaze and fire your piece for you.
It’ll be ready to pick up in about 4 weeks — food-safe and fabulous.
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Guided Ceramics Workshop: Handbuilding
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Basel
- 2.5 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Scratch beneath the surface — and reveal something beautiful.
Sgraffito — from the Italian “to scratch” — is a decorative ceramics technique that’s all about revealing contrast, pattern, and surprise. In this inspiring 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to turn a simple slab of clay into a stunning ceramic plate using this ancient and captivating method.
We’ll start by rolling and shaping your plate by hand, then applying a layer of coloured slip (liquid clay). Once that’s set, the real magic begins — you’ll carve into the surface to create your own design, revealing the clay underneath in bold lines, fine textures, or whatever shapes your imagination leads you to. No drawing skills needed — just a sense of curiosity and a love of detail.
You’ll be guided every step of the way in a relaxed and welcoming studio atmosphere. From the first press of clay to the final scratch of your carving tool, you’ll explore the sgraffito process with hands-on support, plenty of encouragement, and a glass of something refreshing in hand — your choice of wine, tea, prosecco, or something non-alcoholic to sip as you shape.
After the session, we’ll take care of glazing and firing your piece. Your finished sgraffito plate will be ready for pickup in about 4 weeks. One plate is included in the price — if you’re inspired to make more, you can simply pay for extra materials on the spot.
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to slow down, scratch beneath the surface, and uncover something beautifully their own.
Surface Art: Sgraffito Decoration
Guided Ceramics Workshop: Handbuilding
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Zürich
- 2.5 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Scratch beneath the surface — and reveal something beautiful.
Sgraffito — from the Italian “to scratch” — is a decorative ceramics technique that’s all about revealing contrast, pattern, and surprise. In this inspiring 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to turn a simple slab of clay into a stunning ceramic plate using this ancient and captivating method.
We’ll start by rolling and shaping your plate by hand, then applying a layer of coloured slip (liquid clay). Once that’s set, the real magic begins — you’ll carve into the surface to create your own design, revealing the clay underneath in bold lines, fine textures, or whatever shapes your imagination leads you to. No drawing skills needed — just a sense of curiosity and a love of detail.
You’ll be guided every step of the way in a relaxed and welcoming studio atmosphere. From the first press of clay to the final scratch of your carving tool, you’ll explore the sgraffito process with hands-on support, plenty of encouragement, and a glass of something refreshing in hand — your choice of wine, tea, prosecco, or something non-alcoholic to sip as you shape.
After the session, we’ll take care of glazing and firing your piece. Your finished sgraffito plate will be ready for pickup in about 4 weeks. One plate is included in the price — if you’re inspired to make more, you can simply pay for extra materials on the spot.
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to slow down, scratch beneath the surface, and uncover something beautifully their own.
Some of our workshops may be held in English depending on the instructor 😊 We really appreciate your openness and flexibility!
Surface Art: Sgraffito Decoration
Guided Ceramics Workshop: Handbuilding
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Basel
- 2.5 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Scratch beneath the surface — and reveal something beautiful.
Sgraffito — from the Italian “to scratch” — is a decorative ceramics technique that’s all about revealing contrast, pattern, and surprise. In this inspiring 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to turn a simple slab of clay into a stunning ceramic plate using this ancient and captivating method.
We’ll start by rolling and shaping your plate by hand, then applying a layer of coloured slip (liquid clay). Once that’s set, the real magic begins — you’ll carve into the surface to create your own design, revealing the clay underneath in bold lines, fine textures, or whatever shapes your imagination leads you to. No drawing skills needed — just a sense of curiosity and a love of detail.
You’ll be guided every step of the way in a relaxed and welcoming studio atmosphere. From the first press of clay to the final scratch of your carving tool, you’ll explore the sgraffito process with hands-on support, plenty of encouragement, and a glass of something refreshing in hand — your choice of wine, tea, prosecco, or something non-alcoholic to sip as you shape.
After the session, we’ll take care of glazing and firing your piece. Your finished sgraffito plate will be ready for pickup in about 4 weeks. One plate is included in the price — if you’re inspired to make more, you can simply pay for extra materials on the spot.
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to slow down, scratch beneath the surface, and uncover something beautifully their own.
Surface Art: Sgraffito Decoration
Guided Ceramics Workshop: Handbuilding
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Zürich
- 2.5 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Scratch beneath the surface — and reveal something beautiful.
Sgraffito — from the Italian “to scratch” — is a decorative ceramics technique that’s all about revealing contrast, pattern, and surprise. In this inspiring 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to turn a simple slab of clay into a stunning ceramic plate using this ancient and captivating method.
We’ll start by rolling and shaping your plate by hand, then applying a layer of coloured slip (liquid clay). Once that’s set, the real magic begins — you’ll carve into the surface to create your own design, revealing the clay underneath in bold lines, fine textures, or whatever shapes your imagination leads you to. No drawing skills needed — just a sense of curiosity and a love of detail.
You’ll be guided every step of the way in a relaxed and welcoming studio atmosphere. From the first press of clay to the final scratch of your carving tool, you’ll explore the sgraffito process with hands-on support, plenty of encouragement, and a glass of something refreshing in hand — your choice of wine, tea, prosecco, or something non-alcoholic to sip as you shape.
After the session, we’ll take care of glazing and firing your piece. Your finished sgraffito plate will be ready for pickup in about 4 weeks. One plate is included in the price — if you’re inspired to make more, you can simply pay for extra materials on the spot.
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to slow down, scratch beneath the surface, and uncover something beautifully their own.
Some of our workshops may be held in English depending on the instructor 😊 We really appreciate your openness and flexibility!
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Guided Ceramics Workshop: Handbuilding
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Zürich
- 2.5 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
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Once fired and glazed, your candle holder will be ready to fill your home with warmth, shadow, and handmade charm.
You’ll walk away with:
🌿 A unique ceramic candle holder — hand-shaped, decorated, and fired for you.
💎 A relaxing experience with clay and a new creative skill to light up your home.
🔥 And maybe — a new passion for slow, mindful making.
Everything’s included: clay, tools, glazes, firings, and expert guidance from the ceramic artists of PIE.
No experience needed — just come as you are, ready to create, unwind, and make something that glows with a little of your own light.
After the event, we’ll glaze and fire your piece. It’ll be ready to pick up in about 4 weeks — your own little ceramic time capsule, made with love.
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Guided Ceramics Workshop: Handbuilding
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Zürich
- 2.5 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
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Never touched clay before? Perfect!
We’ll guide you step by step through the process, showing you how to shape, sculpt and decorate your creations. No experience is needed — just a little imagination and a love of making things by hand.
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🔥 What happens next?
After the workshop, we’ll glaze and fire your creations for you. Your finished ceramic decorations will be ready for collection in approximately 4 weeks — just in time to bring a little handmade magic to your Christmas table!