Pearl City Clay House

Play & Clay
2026-08-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Pearl City Clay House, 220 East 2nd St, Jamestown, NY, 14701, United States
Play & Clay is your excuse to get a little messy and make something awesome together. Bring your family or friends and enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity in the studio. One ticket covers up to four people as you work together on a guided clay project full of personality, laughter, and hands-on fun. No experience needed—just come ready to create memories together. Additional clay will be available for purchase for groups who want to keep building.
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Build a Bird Bath
2026-08-15 13:30 - 15:30
Create a functional piece of garden art in this all-ages hand-building workshop focused on clay bird baths. Students will shape and decorate their own ceramic bird bath using textures, patterns, and natural-inspired designs that fit their personal style.
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Slip Decorating
2026-06-25 18:00 - 20:00
Add a new skill to your pottery toolbox with this surface decoration workshop with Liam. We will supply all the materials you need to experiment with ways of using slip to embellish your work. During the workshop you will create tiles to test out a variety of techniques, so this workshop is suitable for ceramics artists at all stages from beginner to experienced! Participants are encouraged to bring their own sketchbooks and drawings to draw imagery from, but all materials and simple ideas will be provided by the instructor.
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Cracker Tray
2026-06-20 13:30 - 15:30
Design a long, functional serving tray perfect for entertaining. You’ll shape your piece and add surface details that make it feel elevated and personal. Great for charcuterie, snacks, or display.
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Handbuilt Vase
2026-06-13 13:30 - 15:30
Create a one-of-a-kind vase using handbuilding techniques and surface design. You’ll shape your form and add pattern, texture, or carving to make it your own. A beautiful functional piece that fits any space.
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Coil Planters
2026-06-13 12:00 - 13:00
Use coil-building techniques to create a planter with rich texture and form. You’ll build up your piece layer by layer, shaping and refining as you go. Great for plants, and even better as a handmade statement piece.
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Hand-built Bird Bath
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00
Create a statement piece for your garden with a handcrafted ceramic bird bath. You’ll shape a wide, shallow form and add surface details that make it truly one-of-a-kind. A rewarding class that blends creativity with outdoor function.
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Sgraffito Plates
2026-06-06 13:30 - 15:30
Explore the art of sgraffito as you carve through layers of slip to reveal intricate designs beneath. You’ll create a decorative (and functional) plate using this striking technique, combining drawing and clay in a really satisfying way. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity.
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Designer Deviled Eggs: Craft & Taste
2026-06-04 18:00 - 20:00
Take your deviled egg game up a notch with this tasty workshop! Make a deviled egg tray in our clay studio and taste test some delicious deviled egg specialties from Studio D catering.
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Wall Pocket
2026-06-03 19:00 - 20:00
Create a beautiful wall-mounted piece that doubles as functional décor. You’ll shape and decorate your own ceramic pocket—perfect for holding plants, dried flowers, or small treasures. Texture and surface design options make each piece completely unique.
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Garden Gnomes
2026-05-30 13:30 - 15:30
Craft a personalized garden gnome, then add glaze before you leave for a truly custom finish!
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Beach Glass Pinch Pot
2026-05-23 12:00 - 13:00
Bring your beach glass and we will fire it into the bottom of your lake/ocean themed pinch pot. No beach glass, no worries we always have stained glass scraps to share!
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Pizza Plate
2026-05-15 18:30 - 20:00
Its Pizza Party Day! Create the perfect slice to eat your slice from! Customize with your favorite toppings and glaze before you leave.
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Chicken Plate
2026-05-09 12:30 - 13:30
Create a decorative chicken-shaped plate using slab-building techniques. Students will shape the plate, add texture and details, and finish with glaze. A fun and functional piece for serving or display.
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Bird Vase
2026-05-09 11:00 - 12:00
Create a whimsical bird-shaped vase using hand-building techniques. Students will sculpt a simple bird form that doubles as a small vase for flowers or greenery. After glazing, the finished piece will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup.
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Cinco De Mayo Platter
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by creating a festive serving platter decorated with handmade cactus details. Students will shape a platter and add sculpted embellishments before glazing. Perfect for serving snacks, tacos, or chips and salsa.
It’s a party! There will be snacks and non-alcoholic drinks – so grab a friend and celebrate with us.
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Butterbeer Mug
2026-05-02 13:30 - 15:30
Build your own Butter Beer Mug using slab-building techniques. Students will form a mug, attach a handle, and add textured details inspired by a certain magical drink. After glazing, your mug will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup later. Ages 12+
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Cool Cats Clay Club
2026-04-30 18:00 - 20:00
Come unwind with us at Cool Cats Clay Club! These twice-monthly Thursday sessions are designed for adults of all skill levels—from total beginners to those looking to refine their techniques—in a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment. Join our creative community, relax, and enjoy a low-pressure evening of pottery and positive vibes at our Jamestown, NY clay studio.
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Earth Day Bowl and Platter Set
2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:00
Celebrate Earth Day in this two-for-one workshop event. First learn some specialty glazing techniques, add an underglaze transfer, then experiment to create a marbled design on a pre-fired bowl to make a piece that celebrates Earth’s oceans. Then roll out some clay and form a hand crafted platter that represents the land, pick a green glaze or come back to customize you colors after the first firing. The two pieces together represent this awesome planet we call home.
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Gnomes
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00
Create a charming ceramic gnome full of personality. Students will hand-build their figure, add facial features and textures, and finish with glaze. Each gnome comes out uniquely expressive and ready for display.
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Bathroom Set
2026-04-15 18:00 - 20:00
Design a coordinated ceramic bathroom set using hand-building techniques. Students will create pieces such as a soap dish, toothbrush holder, or lidded container, then glaze them to match. Functional, stylish, and satisfying to use at home.
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Green Man
2026-04-11 10:30 - 12:30
Explore nature-inspired sculpture while creating a Green Man wall piece. Students will hand-build a face emerging from leaves and vines, adding expressive details and texture before glazing. A great class for those who enjoy myth, folklore, and organic forms.
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Turtle Trinket Dish
2026-04-09 17:30 - 18:30
Hand-build a charming turtle-shaped trinket dish while learning slab-forming and texturing techniques. A fun and functional clay project for beginners and animal lovers alike.
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Make an Oriole Feeder
2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:00
Create a functional ceramic bird feeder designed especially for orioles. Students will hand-build their feeder, add texture or pattern, and finish it with glaze choices inspired by the outdoors. A fun project for spring gardens and bird lovers.
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Mini Wall Shrine
2026-03-31 18:30 - 19:30
Create a small sanctuary for your favorite treasures or intentions. In this hand-building class, you’ll design and construct a miniature wall shrine using slab techniques, adding personal touches through texture, carving, and glaze.
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Hobbit House Mug
2026-03-27 18:00 - 20:00
Sculpt a storybook-inspired mug complete with doors, windows, and texture details. A playful hand-building class for anyone who loves imaginative pottery.
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Carrot Dish
2026-03-14 10:30 - 11:30
Create a whimsical carrot-shaped dish while learning slip-trailing decoration. A fun, beginner-friendly class to celebrate spring in clay.
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Spring Serving Tray
2026-03-06 18:00 - 20:00
Hand-build a ceramic serving tray inspired by spring gatherings. Learn slab-building and decorating techniques to create a one-of-a-kind piece that’s both functional and beautiful.
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Quick Clay: Mini Shrine
2026-02-21 13:00 - 14:00
Create a tiny shrine or altar from clay using simple slab and sculpting techniques. A meaningful, beginner-friendly class that blends creativity and reflection.
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Sipper Cup
2026-02-21 10:30 - 12:30
Make a hand-built ceramic cup that fits perfectly in your hands for coffee, tea, or your favorite drink. Learn shaping, smoothing, and finishing techniques in this relaxed clay workshop.
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Quick Clay: Mini Shrine
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00
Create a tiny shrine or altar from clay using simple slab and sculpting techniques. A meaningful, beginner-friendly class that blends creativity and reflection.
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Quick Clay: Leafy Wall Sconce
2026-02-18 17:30 - 18:30
Hand-build a small wall sconce inspired by nature. Add leafy textures and cutouts for a soft candle glow—an ideal project for learning texture and surface design in clay.
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Curio Shelf
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-14 13:30 - 15:30
Hand-build a small clay shelf designed to display your favorite treasures. Learn slab-building, cutting, and joining techniques while creating a functional art piece for your wall.
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Silicone Molds For Ceramics
2026-02-05 18:00 - 20:00
Discover how to use silicone mold technology to personalize your ceramic work. Patti K will guide you step-by-step, from creating or choosing a master form to making your own mold and using it with clay.
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Avocado Chips and Dip Set
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00
Get ready to bring your favorite snack to life in clay form! In this playful hand-building class, you’ll create a coordinating chip bowl and avocado-shaped dip dish—perfect for guacamole lovers and party hosts alike. Using slab and pinch techniques, you’ll learn how to shape, texture, and glaze your set to give it a fun, food-inspired finish. No experience needed—just bring your love of chips, dips, and creativity!
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Bucket Palooza
2026-01-30 18:00 - 19:30
Curious about our Bucket Projects but not quite ready to go it alone? Join us for this lightly guided open-ended session! Choose your project, grab your bucket, and enjoy creative freedom with an instructor on hand to answer questions and offer tips along the way.
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Heart Candy Bowl
2026-01-27 18:30 - 20:00
Get a jump start on a hand made Valentines day gift by making this sweet little candy dish. We will combine slab building and coil techniques to create inside a bisque bowl form.
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Toast or Letter Rack
2026-01-17 13:30 - 15:30
Create a versatile clay rack perfect for holding toast at breakfast or letters on your desk. Learn slab-building and creative glazing in this fun pottery workshop.
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Pinch Pot with Lid
2026-01-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-10 11:00 - 12:00
Learn to form and assemble a charming acorn-shaped lidded container. A cozy, nature-inspired ceramics class great for both beginners and returning students. While our sample is an acorn, you can create any other style of lidded pinch pot you’d like!
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Butter Dish
2026-01-14 18:00 - 20:00
Hand-build a ceramic butter dish that’s both functional and beautiful. Learn slab construction and surface design in this beginner-friendly pottery class.
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Polymer Clay Hobbit House
2026-01-10 11:00 - 13:00
Build a whimsical miniature hobbit hole tucked into the side of a hill—complete with its own little glass jar for safe keeping! Join Ash P and learn how to sculpt this charming piece using polymer clay.
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Garlic and Oil
2026-01-09 18:00 - 20:00
Create a matching garlic tray and oil pitcher set while learning functional pottery techniques. Perfect for potters who love combining beauty and utility in their kitchenware.
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Large Textured Serving Bowl
2026-01-03 13:30 - 15:30
Create a functional, decorative bowl while experimenting with pattern and texture tools. Ideal for potters wanting to add creative flair to their functional ware.
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Textured Pitcher
2026-01-03 11:00 - 12:30
Learn to hand-build a one-of-a-kind pitcher and add texture for visual interest. A great project for exploring both form and surface design.
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Cool Cats Clay Club
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00
Join Patty bi-weekly for open-ended hand building sessions. Choose from guided project ideas or bring your own vision—Patty’s there to help as you create at your own pace. Book for the full trimester or for single class sessions!
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Carve A Lantern
2025-10-29 18:00 - 19:30
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We are getting ready for spooky season here at the studio! Join us to carve you own ceramic pumpkin lantern. We will provide a pre-thrown lantern shape, which you can customize by carving and adding hand-built details.
