Wheel-throwing Taster
Letâs spin!: A PIE Ceramics Workshop
Date and time
Sunday, 11. January 2026, 17.30
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Overview
Beginner
No previous knowledge required for this event.
De & En
Our guide speaks fluent German and English.
Studio Basel
2.5 hours
A one-off hands-on skill-sharing session for 2â4 hours
Workshop
Weekly classes to build real skills, step by step.
What we will be doing
đĄ Just curious? Even better.
This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel â no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, youâll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. Itâs messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.
Youâll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing â and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, youâll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.
No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity â weâll handle the spin cycle.
âïž 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
đ What Youâll Take Home
- One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price â weâll 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
đ§ Who Itâs For
- Total newbies whoâve always wanted to try âthat Ghost movie thingâ
- Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
- Friends, dates, teams â anyone up for a shared spin
- Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course
đŠ A Few More Things to Know
- No need to bring anything â just wear something comfy you donât mind getting a bit clay-kissed
- Please arrive 10â15 minutes early to settle in
- Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks â weâll 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), weâve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!
What are PIE workshops?
Learn new techniques in 3-4 hours in intensive courses
Learn more about PIE Workshops
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Hand-building Taster
Letâs shape!: A PIE Ceramics Workshop
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE ZĂŒrich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Just curious? Perfect.
This is your chance to dip a toe (well, a hand) into the world of clay â no commitment, no pressure. In this ceramic taster workshop, youâll get a hands-on intro to basic hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab shaping. Itâs a playful and beginner-friendly session designed to give you a feel for the material, the process, and the magic of making something from scratch.
Youâll create a small ceramic piece to keep â and leave with a better idea of whether this hobby is for you, or if youâre ready to dive deeper into a full course.
No prior experience needed. Just bring your curiosity â weâll take care of the rest.
âïž What to Expect
- A relaxed, creative session guided by one of our ceramic artists
- Step-by-step intro to pinch, coil, and slab techniques
- Time to decorate and personalise your piece
- A social, friendly space with no pressure to âget it rightâ
- All tools, materials, and inspiration provided
đ What Youâll Take Home
- One finished ceramic piece (we fire and glaze it for you)
- The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
- A fun, hands-on experience â and a solid intro to the world of ceramics
- A better sense of whether a full course or ongoing studio time is your next step
đ§ Who Itâs For
- Anyone whoâs curious about ceramics but not ready to dive in (yet)
- People looking for a one-time creative experience or weekend adventure
- Future students who want to try before they commit to a full course
- Creative folks who need a screen-free, tactile, joyfully messy couple of hours
đ„ Sip & Shape
Youâll be welcomed with a free drink of your choice â prosecco, wine, beer, tea, coffee or our Cocktail of the Weekđž
Want to upgrade your welcome drink? We serve a curated selection of cocktails, mocktails and smoothies for just CHF 5â9 more.
Need a snack?
Our Creative Café is open during the session with wraps, salad bowls, snacks & sweets.
đŠ A Few More Things to Know
- No need to bring anything â just wear something comfy you donât mind getting messy
- Please arrive 10â15 minutes early to settle in
- Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks â weâll let you know when your piece is ready
- Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
- Fell in love with clay? Great â we offer courses, studio classes, and more to keep going!
Wheel-throwing Taster
Letâs spin!: A PIE Ceramics Workshop
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Basel
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
đĄ Just curious? Even better.
This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel â no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, youâll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. Itâs messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.
Youâll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing â and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, youâll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.
No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity â weâll handle the spin cycle.
âïž 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
đ What Youâll Take Home
- One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price â weâll 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
đ§ Who Itâs For
- Total newbies whoâve always wanted to try âthat Ghost movie thingâ
- Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
- Friends, dates, teams â anyone up for a shared spin
- Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course
đŠ A Few More Things to Know
- No need to bring anything â just wear something comfy you donât mind getting a bit clay-kissed
- Please arrive 10â15 minutes early to settle in
- Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks â weâll 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), weâve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!
Wheel-throwing Taster
Letâs spin!: A PIE Ceramics Workshop
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE ZĂŒrich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
đĄ Just curious? Even better.
This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel â no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, youâll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. Itâs messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.
Youâll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing â and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, youâll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.
No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity â weâll handle the spin cycle.
âïž 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
đ What Youâll Take Home
- One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price â weâll 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
đ§ Who Itâs For
- Total newbies whoâve always wanted to try âthat Ghost movie thingâ
- Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
- Friends, dates, teams â anyone up for a shared spin
- Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course
đ„ Sip & Spin
Youâll be welcomed with a free drink of your choice â prosecco, wine, beer, tea, coffee or our Cocktail of the Weekđž
Feeling fancy? We serve a curated selection of cocktails, mocktails and smoothies for just CHF 5â9 more.
Need a bite?
Our Creative Café is open during the session with wraps, salad bowls, snacks & sweets.
đŠ A Few More Things to Know
- No need to bring anything â just wear something comfy you donât mind getting a bit clay-kissed
- Please arrive 10â15 minutes early to settle in
- Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks â weâll 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), weâve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!
Hand-building Taster
Letâs shape!: A PIE Ceramics Workshop
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Basel
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Just curious? Perfect.
This is your chance to dip a toe (well, a hand) into the world of clay â no commitment, no pressure. In this ceramic taster workshop, youâll get a hands-on intro to basic hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab shaping. Itâs a playful and beginner-friendly session designed to give you a feel for the material, the process, and the magic of making something from scratch.
Youâll create a small ceramic piece to keep â and leave with a better idea of whether this hobby is for you, or if youâre ready to dive deeper into a full course.
No prior experience needed. Just bring your curiosity â weâll take care of the rest.
âïž What to Expect
- A relaxed, creative session guided by one of our ceramic artists
- Step-by-step intro to pinch, coil, and slab techniques
- Time to decorate and personalise your piece
- A social, friendly space with no pressure to âget it rightâ
- All tools, materials, and inspiration provided
đ What Youâll Take Home
- One finished ceramic piece (we fire and glaze it for you)
- The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
- A fun, hands-on experience â and a solid intro to the world of ceramics
- A better sense of whether a full course or ongoing studio time is your next step
đ§ Who Itâs For
- Anyone whoâs curious about ceramics but not ready to dive in (yet)
- People looking for a one-time creative experience or weekend adventure
- Future students who want to try before they commit to a full course
- Creative folks who need a screen-free, tactile, joyfully messy couple of hours
đŠ A Few More Things to Know
- No need to bring anything â just wear something comfy you donât mind getting messy
- Please arrive 10â15 minutes early to settle in
- Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks â weâll let you know when your piece is ready
- Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
- Fell in love with clay? Great â we offer courses, studio classes, and more to keep going!
My Treasure Box
Shape & Fun: PIE Ceramics Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE ZĂŒrich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
đïž Box of Wonders: Craft Your Keepsake
Ever dreamed of making something with your hands thatâs both beautiful and meaningful? In this cosy ceramics event, youâll create your very own ceramic keepsake box â complete with a perfectly fitting lid and loads of creative charm.
Youâll learn the basics of hand-building as you form, sculpt, and personalise your piece. Think texture, shape, and sweet little design details that make it truly yours. Whether it holds jewellery, secrets, wishes, or just good vibes, this box becomes a one-of-a-kind treasure â made by you.
đ§± No experience needed â just curiosity, imagination, and a willingness to get your hands joyfully messy.
After the event, weâll glaze and fire your piece. Itâll be ready to pick up in about 4 weeks â your own little ceramic time capsule, made with love.
âš How PIE Ceramics Events Work
Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment â 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, youâll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well⊠after itâs been fired đ).
Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, whoâll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection â 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 ZĂŒrich and Basel â fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafĂ©s, or sunny outdoor locations.
đș Whatâs 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:
â Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
â Or glaze it yourself in our Creative CafĂ© for CHF 20 â walk in or reserve a table during opening hours
đ„ Firing & Pickup
We take care of firing and glazing your ceramic piece after the workshop.
Firing takes approx. 4 weeks â weâll contact you when your piece is ready for pickup.
đ„ A Toast to Creativity
Every workshop starts with a complimentary welcome drink to help you settle in and spark your creative side. Choose from:
- A soft drink or hot drink
- A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
- Or our rotating Cocktail of the Week
Feeling fancy? Upgrade to a signature cocktail, mocktail, or smoothie for just CHF 5â9.
đŽ Hungry for More? (in ZH)
Our Creative CafĂ© is open during your session â with wraps, bowls, snacks, sweet treats and more to fuel your inspiration. Additional drinks and food are available Ă la carte throughout the workshop.
đ Good to Know
- Arrival: Please come 10â15 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 â no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
- Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+
đ Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Shape & Fun: Animal Vases
Shape & Fun: PIE Ceramics Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Ceramics Basel
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Playful & Whimsical: âShape Your Spirit Animal in Clay!â
You will transform clay into a charming animal-shaped vase in this beginner-friendly, one-time workshop. No prior experience is necessary, just bring your creativity.
Over three engaging hours, you'll:
- Uncover the Magic of Clay: learn how to shape it and make it bend to your will.
- Explore Playful Handbuilding: Learn basic methods of construction to create your chosen animal form.
- Bring Your Animal to Life: Add fun details and features, personalising your vase and expressing your artistic vision.
- Finishing Touches: Master the techniques to ensure your creation is ready for firing and future use as a delightful vase.
- Benefit from Expert Guidance: Our experienced instructor will provide personalised instruction at every step.
Leave the workshop with a completed animal-shaped vase, ready for firing (pick-up arrangements will be made).
This workshop is ideal for experimenting with a new creative medium to craft a delightful and functional piece for your home or as a gift, while you can enjoy a fun and social experience with friends or family.
Sign up today and embark on a playful journey in clay!
âš How PIE Ceramics Workshops Work
Our ceramics workshops are one-off sessions designed for intensive skill-sharing in a relaxed, creative atmosphere. Whether youâre just starting your journey with clay or already have some experience and want to explore a new technique, this is the perfect chance to get your hands dirty, learn something new â and follow your creativity wherever it leads.
Each workshop focuses on a specific process or form, guided by a professional ceramic artist. Youâll learn the core technique step by step, then have space to experiment, personalise, and take your piece in whatever direction feels right to you. Itâs structured, supportive, and creatively wide open.
Workshops take place in our cosy, fully-equipped studios in ZĂŒrich and Basel, where everythingâs set up to support your creative flow â including materials, tools, good lighting, and good vibes.
No pressure, no perfection â just the joy of discovering what you can create with your own two hands.
đș Whatâs 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:
â Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
â Or glaze it yourself in our Creative CafĂ© for CHF 20 â walk in or reserve a table during opening hours
đ„ Firing & Pickup
We take care of firing and glazing your ceramic piece after the workshop.
Firing takes approx. 4 weeks â weâll contact you when your piece is ready for pickup.
đ Good to Know
- Arrival: Please come 10â15 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 â no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
- Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+
đ Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms