Adventure Brief
Create your own stoneware mug at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City! A relaxing pottery painting workshop ideal for individuals and groups looking to combine creativity with calm.
2–3 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Create your own stoneware mug at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City! A relaxing pottery painting workshop ideal for individuals and groups looking to combine creativity with calm.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for all levels since it is a seated, creative workshop.
Wildlife
History
Boyne City has a rich heritage tied to lumbering and agriculture, shaping its friendly small-town atmosphere which you feel when visiting Lavender Hill Farm.
Conservation
Lavender Hill Farm practices sustainable farming and promotes environmentally friendly art supplies to reduce its ecological footprint.
Lavender Hill Farm
Create your own stoneware mug at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City! A relaxing pottery painting workshop ideal for individuals and groups looking to combine creativity with calm.
Lavender Hill Farm, located in Boyne City, Michigan, operates as a farm-based events venue offering hands-on workshops and seasonal gatherings. The farm hosts a rotating schedule of creative experiences, including pottery painting sessions—stoneware mugs, beach plates, and pie plates or loaf pans—led by Cottage Pottery instructors. Most pottery workshops provide all materials and yield functional stoneware pieces.
Floral design offerings are led by florist Sydney Wormell and include a Sunflower Floral Design session and Dried Floral Wreath Workshops scheduled for June 30 and August 13. The wreath workshop focuses on an 18-inch wreath made with eucalyptus and dried flowers. Painting classes feature professional artist Daniel Duncan with guided instruction to complete an 11x14 canvas; all painting supplies are provided. Driftwood Art workshops, guided by Jen Barratt, use real driftwood for nature-inspired creations.
Lavender Hill Farm also programs community events in and around the Red Barn, including candlelight yoga with a concluding sound bath, and themed movie nights such as Twilight and Wicked shown under the barn’s rafters. Movie nights often include lawn games and a BYO beverage option. Activities are presented as accessible to a range of skill levels and are positioned to promote creativity, mindfulness, and relaxed social connection.
Visitors are encouraged to review specific event listings for dates, times, and registration details. Lavender Hill Farm’s combination of named instructors, scheduled workshops, and the Red Barn setting provides a predictable, workshop-focused experience for individuals and small groups. Booking availability and specific instructor information are listed on event pages online.
Location
Boyne City, MI
Farm setting in Boyne City
Events Offered
10 experiences
Pottery, floral, art, yoga, movies
Named Instructors
Sydney, Daniel, Jen
Named instructors lead workshops
Venue
Red Barn & farm lawns
Indoor barn and outdoor lawns
Check event listings for dates, materials provided, and registration details to secure a spot.
Arrive Early to Settle In
Getting there 10-15 minutes early helps you get comfortable and pick your preferred mug before the session starts.
Wear Comfortable, Stain-Friendly Clothing
Pottery painting can be messy, so wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little clay or glaze on.
Ask Questions and Experiment
Instructors are there to help, so don’t hesitate to try new painting techniques or ask for tips.
Plan for Mug Drying Time
Your mug will need to dry and be fired before pickup, so factor in several days for completion after your session.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear clothes that allow freedom of movement and that you won’t mind getting a bit of glaze on.
Apron or Smock
Useful for protecting your clothes during painting and glazing.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the session, especially in warmer months.
Notebook or Sketchpad
Bring for planning designs or jotting down techniques learned.