Slab Building Boxes Workshop

Would you like to have a go at making your own plant pot or a multi-purpose dish? In this workshop, you will be shown how to roll out slabs of clay and assemble them into your chosen shape. If you are feeling really creative, you could even go on to making lids to go with your pots.

Once your pot is made you get to decorate it with a range of different coloured slips to bring your creation to life. Don’t worry if you are new to this, you will be given supervision and guidance from our pottery instructor throughout the workshop to ensure that you come away with a unique and beautiful creation.

Once your creation is dry (7 to 10 days) your pot will go off to be fired in our electric kiln. A clear glaze will then be applied and fired again ready for you to come back in to collect. No experience necessary, just a willingness to try. 

Equipment & materials: Clay, coloured slips and tools are provided. We recommend that you bring an apron along and a snack as this workshop runs over lunch. Tea and coffee provided. 

You will produce: A slab built pot or dish. 

Collection/delivery: Your item will usually be ready within 10 to 30 days. You can either collect your item from Wheal Martyn or we can post it to you.  If you would like it posted please select this option when you book online. 

Times: 10.00am to 2.00pm (approx, end time may vary slightly)  

Combine with a visit: If you are not an annual pass holder but would like to combine your workshop with a visit to the museum you can purchase a reduced price admission ticket at the point of booking. 

Level: Beginners, from age 11 welcome.  Any child under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied at all times by an adult.  

Workshop duration: 4 hours (end time may vary slightly) 

Price: £45.00 

Postage & Packaging: £5 per item 

Contact: Sue Ford – [email protected]   

Location: Learning Space