Wheel-throwing Taster

From your first lump of clay to a wheel-thrown masterpiece (or three).

This beginner-friendly 4 weeks course is your deep-dive intro to the spinning, swirling, centering joy of the potter’s wheel — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little muddy.

Over four weeks, we’ll guide you step by step through the fundamentals of wheel throwing: from prepping your clay and finding your centre, to pulling up walls and refining your form. You’ll shape pieces like cups, small bowls or vases — and begin to develop your own rhythm and relationship with this meditative, tactile craft.

This course is perfect if you’ve always wanted to try the wheel — or if you’ve done a taster and now want to go deeper.

✏️ What to Expect

• Weekly classes with hands-on instruction and demos
• Personalised guidance in a small group setting
• Techniques like wedging, centering, opening, pulling, shaping & trimming
• Intro to decorating tools: carving, stamping, and adding attachments
• The basics of glazing and finishing
• Full access to our professional ceramics studio and tools
• Time to explore, experiment and build confidence on the wheel

🧠 What You’ll Learn

• How to prepare and centre clay on the wheel
• The core techniques of throwing symmetrical forms
• How to trim and refine your pieces once leather-hard
• Surface design & decoration techniques to make your work your own
• Basic glazing principles and studio workflows
• Best practices for independent practice and next steps

🎁 What’s Included

• All tools, materials, and clay
• Use of studio equipment and your own wheel each session
• Firing & glazing of your finished pieces
• Safe storage of your works between sessions
• Your handmade ceramics — ready for pickup approx. 4 weeks after the last class

All you need to bring is comfy clothes, tied-back hair, and a sense of adventure. We’ll provide aprons, towels — and of course, encouragement.

🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?

Absolutely. This course is ideal for:

• Complete beginners with no wheel experience
• Anyone who’s taken a taster and is ready to deepen their skills
• Creatives looking for structure, flow, and personal growth at the wheel

If you’re more experienced, you may want to explore our intermediate courses or ongoing Studio Classes to continue developing your style.

🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips, Snacks & Hellos

We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink. Choose from a soft drink, hot drink, wine, prosecco, beer — or our Cocktail of the Week.

🍴 Feeling peckish?

Our Creative Café offers a delicious à la carte menu during class sessions — think wraps, salad bowls, finger foods and snacks. Perfect fuel while your masterpiece dries.

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• Please arrive 15 minutes early to your first class to get set up
• We safely store your work between sessions
• Firing takes 3–4 weeks after the final class — we’ll notify you when your pieces are ready to collect
• Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
• Rescheduling is possible up to 72 hours before the course begins
• Keep the momentum going — our Studio Classes are perfect for continued practice and personal projects

🎡 Just curious? Even better.

This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel — no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, you’ll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. It’s messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.

You’ll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing — and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, you’ll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.

No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the spin cycle.

✏️ What to Expect

• A chill, beginner-friendly session led by our wheel-throwing wizards
• Step-by-step intro to centering, pulling, and shaping on the wheel
• Time to finesse your form and feel the clay do its thing
• A playful, supportive vibe where mistakes are just part of the fun
• All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

• One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price — we’ll handle the rest)
• The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
• The pure joy of creating something from spinning mud
• A solid intro to wheel-throwing, and whether a full course is your next step

🧠 Who It’s For

• Total newbies who’ve always wanted to try “that Ghost movie thing”
• Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
• Friends, dates, teams — anyone up for a shared spin
• Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a bit clay-kissed
• Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in
• Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks – we’ll let you know when your piece is ready
• Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
• If you fall in love with wheel-throwing (warning: you might), we’ve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!

🎡 Just curious? Even better.

This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel — no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, you’ll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. It’s messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.

You’ll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing — and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, you’ll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.

No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the spin cycle.

✏️ What to Expect

• A chill, beginner-friendly session led by our wheel-throwing wizards
• Step-by-step intro to centering, pulling, and shaping on the wheel
• Time to finesse your form and feel the clay do its thing
• A playful, supportive vibe where mistakes are just part of the fun
• All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

• One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price — we’ll handle the rest)
• The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
• The pure joy of creating something from spinning mud
• A solid intro to wheel-throwing, and whether a full course is your next step

🧠 Who It’s For

• Total newbies who’ve always wanted to try “that Ghost movie thing”
• Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
• Friends, dates, teams — anyone up for a shared spin
• Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course

🥂 Sip & Spin

You’ll be welcomed with a free drink of your choice — prosecco, wine, beer, tea, coffee or our Cocktail of the Week🍸
Feeling fancy? We serve a curated selection of cocktails, mocktails and smoothies for just CHF 5–9 more.

Need a bite?
Our Creative Café is open during the session with wraps, salad bowls, snacks & sweets.

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a bit clay-kissed
• Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in
• Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks – we’ll let you know when your piece is ready
• Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
• If you fall in love with wheel-throwing (warning: you might), we’ve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!

Luck, layers, and lots of brushstrokes.

In Japanese culture, koi fish symbolise good fortune, strength, and longevity — often seen gliding through peaceful ponds surrounded by blooming flowers and lush greenery. Their vibrant colours (especially deep reds) are said to bring luck and new beginnings — making them a perfect muse for your next painted masterpiece.

In this relaxed and expressive ceramic painting event, you’ll paint a beautiful koi-inspired scene using layered, watercolour-like glazes and flowing brushwork — all on a ceramic plate that’s made to last.

We’ll guide you through the process step by step, but there’s plenty of room for personal flair. Whether you go bold with reds or peaceful with pastels, your piece will be uniquely yours — and totally ready to shine on your kitchen wall (or breakfast table).

✨ How PIE Events Work

You’ll be welcomed into our cozy, colourful studio, where creativity flows as easily as the drinks. Settle in, sip something tasty, and enjoy step-by-step guidance from our lovely instructors.

And here’s the twist: we’re painting it on ceramics.

In this special ceramic painting event, we’re turning everyday plates into mini-masterpieces. Sure, you can hand-paint a plate any time in our Creative Café – but this time, you’ll create something truly next level. With guidance, techniques, and a touch of wild inspiration, your piece will go from “cute” to captivating.

Fired, glazed, and designed to last – whether it hangs on your wall or holds your favourite slice of cake.

It’s painting, but with an edge. A little cooler. A little glossier. A whole lot more permanent.

No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:

• A chill, friendly atmosphere
• All the necessary art supplies
• Pre-prepared templates
• Step-by-step guidance from our instructors

📋 Good to Know

• Arrival: Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
• Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the event.
• Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.

 For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

🖼️ Plate Size & Upgrades

Your ticket includes a standard ceramic plate (25 cm) or square tile (20x20 cm)
✨ Feeling inspired? Upgrade to a larger format during booking or directly on-site.

✨ Design & Dangle – make it, wear it, love it

Let’s face it: a good pair of earrings can turn an ordinary day into something a little bit special. And when they’re handmade by you — from raw clay to shimmering silver — they don’t just accessorize, they tell a story.

Over two cosy, creative sessions, you’ll get your hands (and maybe your sleeves) into the world of ceramic jewellery. From soft slabs of clay to the final glint of a polished pearl, you’ll craft earrings that are uniquely, beautifully yours.

Session 1: Shape Your Style
We’ll start from the ground up — literally. In 2,5 hours You’ll explore different clay types, learn how to handle and shape them, and experiment with hand-building techniques like pinching and slab work. With guidance from our instructors, you’ll bring your ideas to life, refining each curve and contour until your designs feel just right.

Session 2: Fire, Finish & Flaunt
Two weeks later, when your pieces are fired, it’s time to add the magic. You’ll dive into jewellery assembly, learning how to pair your ceramic forms with silver findings and luminous pearls. Step by step, we’ll guide you through assembling and securing your pieces — ready to wear, gift, or show off with pride. This session is only 1 hour, giving you all the tools and parts that you need for assembly.

By the end, you’ll walk away with:

🌿 A pair (or two!) of one-of-a-kind ceramic earrings — handcrafted, glazed, and finished with pearls and silver.

💎 A new appreciation for the delicate dance between clay and jewellery design.

🔥 And maybe, a brand-new creative obsession.


Everything’s included: clay, tools, firings, glazes, pearls, silver findings — and expert guidance from ceramic artists of PIE.

This is a workshop for the curious, the creative, and anyone who loves to make something truly their own. No experience needed — just bring your hands, your ideas, and your spark.

It’s the perfect intro to ceramics: a little messy, a lot of fun, and totally satisfying. You’ll walk away with clay on your hands, colour on your plate, and a new skill (or obsession?) in the making.

🔥 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.

✨ How PIE Ceramics Events Work

Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment — where you can sip, snack, and sculpt your way through a fun and relaxing ceramics session. Whether you come solo, with friends, or for a team night out, you’ll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well… after it’s been fired 😉).

Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, who’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection — just good vibes, creative flow, and the joy of getting your hands dirty in the best possible way.

Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cosy studios in Zürich and Basel — fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafés, or sunny outdoor locations.

🏺 What’s Included

• All tools, materials, and clay
• Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
• One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
• A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
• The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
  → Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
  → Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

🔥 Firing & Pickup

We take care of firing and glazing your ceramic piece after the workshop.
Firing takes approx. 4 weeks – we’ll contact you when your piece is ready for pickup.


📋 Good to Know

• Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
• Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
• Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
• Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
• All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
• Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

One stare. One moment. One wild thing looking right through you.

In this atmospheric ceramic painting session, we’re capturing the quiet power of a tiger stepping out of the jungle — half-shadow, half-reflection, eyes locked on yours. It’s a moment of stillness and strength, of wild meeting water.

You’ll work with rich earthy tones, layered brushstrokes, and flowing lines — all on a plate that’s made to last. It’s expressive, bold, and just a little hypnotic.

No canvas. No pressure. Just you, a brush, and a story fired into clay.

✨ How PIE Events Work

You’ll be welcomed into our cozy, colourful studio, where creativity flows as easily as the drinks. Settle in, sip something tasty, and enjoy step-by-step guidance from our lovely instructors.

And here’s the twist: we’re painting it on ceramics.

In this special ceramic painting event, we’re turning everyday plates into mini-masterpieces. Sure, you can hand-paint a plate any time in our Creative Café – but this time, you’ll create something truly next level. With guidance, techniques, and a touch of wild inspiration, your piece will go from “cute” to captivating.

Fired, glazed, and designed to last – whether it hangs on your wall or holds your favourite slice of cake.

It’s painting, but with an edge. A little cooler. A little glossier. A whole lot more permanent.

No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:

• A chill, friendly atmosphere
• All the necessary art supplies
• Pre-prepared templates
• Step-by-step guidance from our instructors

🥂 Artsy Sips & Bites

Every event includes a complimentary welcome drink to get your creativity flowing. You can choose from:

• A soft drink or hot drink
• A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
• Or our Cocktail of the Week (rotates weekly)

Want to upgrade your welcome drink? We serve a curated selection of cocktails, mocktails, smoothies and more for just CHF 5–9 more.

🍴 Feeling peckish? Our Creative Café offers a delicious à la carte menu throughout the session — featuring homemade wraps, salad bowls, finger foods, and healthy snacks — perfect for fueling your inner artist. Extra drinks are also available at regular menu prices.

📋 Good to Know

• Arrival: Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
• Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the event.
• All ages welcome: Children from age 6 and up with a guardian.
• Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.

 For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

🖼️ Plate Size & Upgrades

Your ticket includes a standard ceramic plate (25x25 cm) or square tile (20x20 cm)

✨ Feeling inspired? Upgrade to a larger format during booking or directly on-site.