What is the minimum age to attend?

Minimum age is 16; under-18s may need an accompanying adult depending on booking terms.

Do I need pottery experience?

No—this session teaches hand-building techniques suitable for complete beginners; no wheel skills required.

How long until I can pick up my finished mug?

Pieces are typically ready for collection in about three to four weeks after the session (roughly two weeks to bisque, then one to two weeks for glazing and final firing).

Can I bring my own food or drinks?

Yes—BYO wine, hot chocolate and nibbles are welcome; the studio provides aprons and tools.

How many people are in a class?

Classes are capped at 12 people to keep instruction personalized and hands-on.

What if I need to cancel or reschedule?

Cancellation and rescheduling policies are noted at booking; if unclear, check your booking confirmation or contact the operator via the referral link.

Evening Pottery: Make Your Own Soup Mug at Colour My Pot in Cleveland | Workshop | Events

Colour My Pot’s “Soup-er Mugs – Make Your Own Pottery” is a hands-on evening workshop in Cleveland, Queensland, Australia, that trades screens for clay and conversation. Set at 6/39 Middle St, Cleveland QLD 4163, the studio welcomes up to 12 guests for a 2–3 hour session of guided hand-building where mid‑fire clay becomes a functional mug or bowl. No wheel experience is required; instructors lead simple pinch, coil and slab techniques so beginners can focus on form and glazing.

The class centers on practical craft: shape a comfortable lip, press a solid handle, and learn how drying and bisque firing stabilize your piece before colour is added. Colour My Pot uses mid‑fire clay and food‑safe glazes; your work is bisque fired, glazed, then glaze fired, with finished pieces available for collection in about three to four weeks. The studio maintains a relaxed, communal atmosphere — a winter playlist, "best mug personality" prizes, and occasional visits from Mary the shop dog make the evening equal parts social and creative.

Why book this over a solo pottery kit? Time with a kiln and experienced guidance accelerates learning and guarantees a durable, microwave- and dishwasher-safe finished piece when appropriate glazes are used. For travelers staying in nearby Cleveland or across Redland Bay, the class is an easy evening outing that combines souvenir-making with a low-key local experience. Group bookings are ideal for friends, date nights, or small stagings of team building; the 12-person cap keeps the pace hands-on.

Practical details: arrive at 6/39 Middle St, Cleveland QLD 4163 for your scheduled session. The studio recommends bringing a wine or hot chocolate and nibbles if you want refreshments; aprons are provided. Pieces typically take roughly two weeks to reach bisque, then another one to two weeks to be glazed and fired.

Local context: Cleveland’s harbor-side town provides a calm contrast to Brisbane’s urban rush, and Colour My Pot contributes to a lively craft scene in the Redlands. The methods taught echo a long human tradition of hand-building pottery, repurposed for contemporary makers seeking functional art. Expect warm studio lighting, tactile clay under your fingers, and an approachable teacher who values finish as much as fun.

This experience fits anyone wanting a tactile, low-stress evening where a practical keepsake replaces a postcard. It’s ideal for beginners and curious travelers who prefer making memories with their hands.

Included in the fee: guided clay hand-building instruction, access to studio tools, mid‑fire clay, and glazing; BYO beverages and snacks are welcome. Finished pieces are available for collection after firing timelines; the studio can hold parcels for pick-up. Sessions run evenings and are great for solo creatives or small groups seeking something tactile and social and memorable keepsakes too.