Events & Classes
All events are located at the Oxford Clay Center behind Needs Pottery. Visit OxfordClayCenter.com for more info on classes, events, and studio memberships!
Nov 16
Kids open studio
Drop in anytime between 1-4pm with your little one! Kids will be given a lump of clay and encouraged to explore with pinches, coils, rolling pins, and stamps! No sign up required. Offered every other Sunday.
Nov 26
Pinch pot mugs
Join us in this handbuilding class where we will make mugs using the pinch method. This is a great class for all ages and skill levels.
Nov 29
Ornament making
In this class you will receive basic pointers to get started and up to 3 pounds of clay to make ornaments with. We have many texture rollers, rolling pins, cookie cutters, and stamps among other tools to assist you in making your creations! Additional clay is available to purchase day of if desired. Ticket price includes a return visit to glaze your pieces.
Past events
Nov 13
Sgraffito plate decorating
In this class you will be using underglaze and a carving technique known as "sgraffito" to decorate your own plate! All ages and skill levels are welcome. We will be using white stoneware clay with your choice of underglaze color in this one day course.
Nov 8
Mini herb strippers
In this class, you will receive guidance and materials to create two mini herb strippers. They make excellent gifts for the home chefs you know! This kitchen tool is perfect for the holidays and useful throughout the year. Ticket price includes a return visit to glaze your pieces.
Oct 18
Pinch pot ghosts
This is a great family project for all ages and skill levels. Each student will receive enough clay to make three pieces. Eyes can be cut out, drawn on, or transfered. Bring your creativity to this class, the options are limitless!
Oct 17
Spooky keepsake box
In this one day class we will create small lidded boxes and use an underglaze transfer to put on a spooky label. We have many labels to choose from!
Oct 10
Make your own snack plate!
As seen on tv! Make your own custom piece at this two day course.
Sep 19
Slab Cups with Image Transfer
Using the slab method we will create two simple cups each that we will then decorate using image transfers in this one day class. Difficulty level ~ moderate
Sep 13
Sgraffito Mirror
Great project for all ages and skill levels. We will cut our piece from a slab then use the sgraffito technique to decorate our piece in this one day class. Difficulty level ~ easy
Aug 16
Slab bowls with image transfers
This one day class is great fun for beginers or those just interested in what image transfering has to offer! We will learn how to make a slab bowl with a slump mold and decorate our wet clay using pre-made image transfers. We will have many different images to pick from for decorating our pieces and specific designs may be requested with advance notice. All ages and skill levels welcome.
Aug 15 - Aug 22
Garlic and herb bowls
Guest artist Alayne Roberts will guide students in making two garlic and herb prep bowls in this two day class. Each student will will receive enough material to make two bowls. We will be building our pieces on the first visit, and returning the following Friday (August 22nd at 6pm) to glaze! Must be able to attend glaze day follow up to join.
Aug 7 - Aug 14
Leaf bowl making
Guest artist Alayne Roberts will guide students in making these gorgeous leaf centerpiece bowls in this two day class. Each student will will receive enough material to make one large bowl. Foliage will be provided but feel free to bring in your own leaf, in fact we encourage it! Leaf pictured is from a rhubarb plant. We will be building our pieces on the first visit, and returning the following Thursday (August 14 at 6pm) to glaze! Must be able to attend glaze day follow up to join.