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Make a Pinch Pot

A simple handbuilding technique to create a basic pot shape without a wheel.

Slab Building

Great for creating angular designs by connecting rolled out flat 'slabs' of clay.

Stop Clay Sticking

Tips for preparing your clay and workspace to minimize sticking to the surface.

How to Make a Coil Pot

Coiling is an technique for building pots and vases by building from the base upwards.

Decorating and Adding Texture

Stuck for ways to add a unique touch to your creations? Watch this video!

Top tip for people starting out?

"Don’t put pressure on yourself to create something perfect. Working with clay is so therapeutic, and the beauty often lies in the imperfections of something made by hand. No one is amazing right from the start, but the journey of improving and finding your style is 
so much fun, so remember to enjoy every step of it.”

– Yasmin Gibson saygeceramics

Get a Pottery Kit

Master the Basics, Create Your Own Homeware!

Follow our step-by-step tutorials to master the essentials, then explore endless inspiration from our community on Instagram. With your newfound skills, craft unique pieces that are entirely your own!

Get Inspired!