How long is the class?

The scheduled session is 2.5 hours; drying and kiln firing occur after class and are handled by the studio.

What is included in the booking?

Clay, tools, an apron, two pieces glazed and fired by the studio, and complimentary tea and coffee are included.

Is there an age limit?

Yes—participants must be at least 13 years old.

Do I need prior experience?

No. The instructor demonstrates pinching, coiling and slab-building techniques suitable for beginners.

Can I take my pieces home the same day?

No. Pieces are dried, fired and glazed by the studio; ask at booking for estimated pickup or shipping timelines.

What languages are taught?

Language availability is not specified; contact the studio or booking provider for current instruction languages.

Hand-Build a Mug in Amsterdam: 2.5-Hour Ceramic Workshop at Clay Studio

At Clay Studio on Hemonylaan 6A in Amsterdam, Build your Own Mug compresses the pleasures of making into a focused 2.5-hour session that suits travelers and locals alike. The class meets at Clay Studio, Hemonylaan 6A, Amsterdam 1074BE, and welcomes anyone aged 13 and over into a hands-on environment where clay, tools and aprons are provided and two of your pieces are glazed and fired by the studio. After a brief introduction and demonstration of pinching, coiling and slab-building techniques, you spend the remainder of the time shaping a cup or small bowl, then decorating it with colorful underglaze patterns before the staff take it to the kiln. With groups capped at eight, instruction stays personal and approachable whether you are a first-timer or returning maker refining form and surface decoration. What makes this workshop stand out is the combination of compact, practical training and the tactile satisfaction of working directly with clay in a city celebrated for craft and design. The studio space emphasizes raw materials—soft earthenware clay, hand tools, and a communal glaze rack—so the process is visible from start to finish. The kiln is not just a piece of equipment here; it is the quiet alchemist that turns wet clay into usable ware you can bring home later. The opportunity to paint underglaze in class means color decisions are part of the experience rather than an afterthought. For visitors to Amsterdam, the class offers a low‑commitment cultural detour from canals and museums: you leave with something you made yourself and a better sense of material behavior and basic forming methods. Practical details matter—pack casual clothes you don’t mind getting faintly dusty, plan roughly 2.5 hours for the session plus drying and firing time handled by the studio, and note the minimum age is 13. The studio’s address coordinates easily with public transit and bikes, making it a convenient stop between neighborhood cafés. Booking includes clay, tools, apron and complimentary tea and coffee; exact pricing and cancellation policies are provided at the time of reservation. Owner/operator information: not provided. The Build your Own Mug workshop is an inviting, hands-on way to learn foundational ceramic skills, reconnect with analog making, and take home a functional souvenir shaped by your own hands. The session suits solo travelers seeking a tangible memory, couples looking for a low-pressure creative date, and small groups wanting a hands-on team-building exercise; because the instructor demonstrates each step, the pace allows makers to experiment without pressure while still finishing a piece to decorate. If you plan to mail fired pieces home, check the studio’s shipping options; otherwise arrange pickup within the timeframe the studio provides so your mug reaches you intact. Reservations fill quickly; book early.

About Clay Studio

Clay Studio is a hands-on ceramics studio based in Amsterdam, Noord‑Holland that offers a range of pottery workshops and courses for beginners and experienced makers. The program lineup includes Sip & Spin, Intro to Wheel Workshop, flexible Drop-in Classes, Intro to Nerikomi, Build Your Own Mug, Build Your Own Matcha Bowl, 5-week Courses, and a 3-Day Clay Camp: Level Up Your Throwing! (Holiday Monday).

Classes are taught by experienced instructors who provide expert guidance through wedging, throwing, hand-building, trimming, glazing, and firing. Many single-session workshops run 2.5 hours, giving participants time to shape and decorate pieces to take home. The studio also offers multi-week progression through structured 5-week courses and concentrated improvement during a three-day throwing camp.

Sessions emphasize hands-on learning, small group sizes, and step-by-step instruction that supports creative exploration and technical skill development. Nerikomi classes teach traditional Japanese patterning techniques; Sip & Spin sessions combine social atmosphere with wheel time; Build Your Own series focuses on functional objects like mugs and matcha bowls with personalized underglaze decoration. Drop-in Classes let returning makers practice at their own pace.

Pieces created in class are glazed and fired by the studio when required, so participants receive finished, durable ceramics after completion. Located centrally in Amsterdam, Clay Studio serves local residents and visitors seeking accessible, creative pottery experiences. The studio’s mix of single-session workshops, ongoing courses, and skill-focused camps provides reliable options for first-timers and those refining their craft.

Classes accommodate both individual learners and small groups who want hands-on pottery experience locally.

Hand-Build a Mug in Amsterdam: 2.5-Hour Ceramic Workshop at Clay Studio

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