{"product_id":"pottery-pumpkins-gourds-friday-4th-september-2pm-till-4-30pm","title":"Pottery Pumpkins \u0026 Gourds | Friday 4th September - 2pm till 4.30pm","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkins \u0026amp; Gourds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the evenings draw in and the leaves begin to turn, join us for a wonderfully cosy pottery workshop where you'll handcraft your very own ceramic pumpkin or gourd to treasure year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing the traditional pinch pot technique, you'll create two pottery forms before joining them together to shape a beautiful pumpkin or gourd. Then comes the fun part – adding twisting stems, delicate leaves and your own unique finishing touches. Whether you prefer a beautifully natural harvest-inspired pumpkin or a magical lantern with carved stars, hearts or a friendly Jack-o'-lantern face, your creation will become a stunning piece of autumn décor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis relaxed 2.5-hour workshop is perfect for complete beginners as well as those looking to build on their pottery skills. We'll guide you through every step, with all materials, tools and expert tuition included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Your pottery will need time to dry before being professionally fired and glazed. On the day, you'll be able to choose from a beautiful selection of rich, seasonal glazes to bring your pumpkin to life. Your finished piece will be ready to collect from the studio approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–4 weeks later\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, just in time to add a little handmade autumn magic to your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplexity Levels 2-3: The Maker (Intermediate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus: Introduction to clay, combining basic techniques and structural\u003cbr\u003ebuilding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience: Suitable for beginners who feel a bit more confident or have\u003cbr\u003epatience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis class includes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep by step instructions and demonstrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of glaze colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional firing and glazing of your finished peice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of drinks and delicious cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% OFF in our gift shop on the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVENUE ADDRESS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10 Chapel Street, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3DL\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePARKING:\u003c\/strong\u003e We have onsite parking to the rear of the property (Via Booth Street)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT HAPPENS NEXT:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive a booking confirmation, later followed by an ‘everything you need to know’ email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/byheathermay.co.uk\/pages\/workshop-cancellation-policy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"This workshop is led by Vicky Potting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57725329473918,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/9923\/6388\/files\/image_6d71cb2f-5892-459f-b79f-dfe99396d583.jpg?v=1691533689","url":"https:\/\/byheathermay.co.uk\/products\/pottery-pumpkins-gourds-friday-4th-september-2pm-till-4-30pm","provider":"by HeatherMay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}