Discover the joy of working with Clay!

Person using a pottery wheel with clay in a room decorated with potted plants on a window sill. Sunlight illuminates the space, and various pottery tools are nearby.
Group of four people in a pottery studio, proudly holding their ceramic creations, wearing aprons with shelves of pottery tools in the background.
Wall-mounted display of colorful ceramic cups with blurred shelves in the background.
People participating in a pottery class, working on pottery wheels. Shelves with pottery items and sample boards are visible. Large windows provide natural light.

Nestled in the heart of Stafford town centre, our welcoming ceramic studio on the first floor is your haven away from the everyday hustle and bustle.

Step through our doors and prepare to be inspired.

Surrounded by like-minded individuals, you’ll discover a world of endless possibilities with clay. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a curious beginner, there’s something here for everyone.

Come and join us for a 2-hour throwing taster session, a great introduction to the world of clay. Or dive deeper into your passion with our 4, 6, or 8-week courses, where you’ll learn hand building, slab building, pinch pots, and the art of throwing on a pottery wheel.

Shape your story in clay

You will be guided throughout your journey in clay, whether its your first time or you want to improve and develop your techniques, Libby and Pip share their knowledge and skills, enabling you to unlock your creativity in clay and create your very own masterpiece. 

Courses and Workshops

Person shaping clay pot on potter's wheel
People participating in a pottery class, working on clay projects at a table, with pottery tools and materials around them.
Three people participating in a pottery class using pottery wheels, wearing aprons, and working with clay. The room has a window with plants on the sill.
Three people participating in a pottery class, shaping clay on tables. They are focused on sculpting clay bowls or pots. The workshop is equipped with various pottery tools and materials.
A group of four women crafting pottery in a studio. They are working at a table with clay bowls on spinning stands, applying slip and shaping the pottery. Each woman is wearing a blue apron, and the workshop has shelves with materials in the background.
Two ceramic mugs with vest-like designs on the side
Ceramic gnome and tree figurines in various colors and styles, arranged on a wooden surface.
Person painting a clay shark sculpture in an art studio, with brushes and art supplies in the background.
Two people working on ceramics projects at a table in a pottery studio, with various tools and materials around them. Shelves above hold decorative pottery pieces and plants. A window and wall clock are visible in the background.

The magic of clay!

Welcome to our cosy pottery studio in the centre of Stafford, where ceramics meets inspiration! Pip and Libby are excited to share their love for pottery with you. We are passionate educators and potters and want to share our knowledge and enthusiasm in clay. Our aim is to inspire you as soon as you walk through the door.

Whether you're a pottery enthusiast, a beginner eager to learn, or just curious about clay, we hope this video inspires you and brings you closer to the magical world of ceramics in our studio.

Come and join us on our creative adventure and lets get started!

A HUGE Thank you goes out to Sam and Richard at Edmunds & Wood, who are the extremely talented film makers, who made this amazing video. Go check them out!!

Our Studio

Shelf with various potted plants and ceramic pots, focus on a plant with long leaves in a clay pot.

Pottery isn’t just about function - it’s about finding your passion!

Wooden boards displaying various ceramic and clay samples in different colors and textures, mounted on a wall.
A wooden wall-mounted shelf holding various ceramic mugs displayed near a window, with a stuffed animal dog and a potted plant on the windowsill.

With so many techniques to explore, were confident you’ll find something you love.

Assorted textured stencils hanging on a wall with clips, in a workshop setting with tools in the background.
Stainless steel kitchen counter with a large sink, flowers in a vase, first aid kit, aloe plant, cleaning tools, and wall-mounted shelves.

Where creativity comes alive!

Shelves with various handmade ceramic mugs and bowls on display

A sneak peek behind the scenes at the studio, loading a bisque firing, loading and unloading a glaze firing and then a little something to get you inspired; throwing and trimming a pot.

Just a little of what we do!

Throwing on the pottery wheel

Loading a bisque firing

Trimming a pot

Unloading a glaze firing

Loading a glaze firing

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