SUMMERTIME IS
CLAYTIME
Reserve your place at the table this Summer for one of my
'Hands On Clay' events.
These one-day wonders are held under the big oaks outside my studio in
Old Mountain View.
A FEW DETAILS ABOUT MY WORKSHOPS:
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All materials provided. All clay is non-staining nontoxic white stoneware.
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Classes are suitable for all levels of clay experience.
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I will provide snacks and a beverage to enjoy throughout the class.
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Bring your own lunch for a mid-class break in my backyard.
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Pieces will be twice fired, glazed and ready to pick up in 2-3 weeks.
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$90 per class payable the day of the workshop: cash, check or CC
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Great way to spend time with friends, family or co-workers.
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For ages 12 and up.
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All participants must be fully vaccinated.
Contact me to arrange a custom event: your time/date, your choice of project, *your crew *5 person minimum
BUILD A BASKET
Saturday JUNE 18th
9am to 2pm
LIMIT 6 PARTICIPANTS
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Create a 5' deep oval container, add a strap handle, and paint with your own designs and colors with colored slip. Finished with a clear gloss glaze.
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Use as a cache pot for potted herbs or flowers, a bread or muffin basket - or fill with fruit. Makes a sweet gift!
GARDEN LANTERN
Saturday JUNE 25th
10am to 3pm
LIMIT 6 PARTICIPANTS
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Build a box, add feet and carve your own design to enjoy under the night sky this fall with a flickering pillar candle - or LED faux 'candle'. A magical addition to your home indoors any season.
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These also look amazing holding a bouquet of blooms in a jar...or an orchid plant..
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Choose one of 8 different glaze finishes
BIG BOWL QUARTET
Saturday JULY 16th 10am to 3pm
LIMIT 6 PARTICIPANTS
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Roll out clay and form four quart-size bowls using a watermelon and texture tools.
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Choose one of 8 different glaze finishes
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Microwave, dishwasher and (moderate) oven safe.
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Fill with grains and greens and carry to the way back with a cold beer after a hike. Or popcorn and a movie. Or your fav crisp salad. Or udon noodles topped with all things delicious...
SMALL COUPES
Saturday JULY 30th
10am to 2pm
LIMIT 6 PARTICIPANTS
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Make a set of 8 cupped bowls formed over grapefruit. Finish with texture - or not. Top edge undulates naturally; each coupe is unique.
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Microwave, (moderate) oven and dishwasher safe.
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Use these shell-like bowls for banchan, a single scoop of gelato, nut and fruit snacks, mise en place, toppings at your next taco bar and more.
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Choose from 8 glazes
WALL POCKETS
Saturday AUGUST 20th
10am to 3pm
LIMIT 6 PARTICIPANTS
Create 2 textured 'envelopes' formed from square slabs of clay and finished with a hole at the top for hanging on the wall inside - or on the garden fence.
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Hold cocktail napkins, dried or fresh flowers, cards and notes, coffee filters, etc.
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Choose from 8 glazes.
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Make one for you - and one for a friend!
UTENSIL CROCKS
Saturday AUGUST 27th
10am to 3pm
LIMIT 5 PARTICIPANTS
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Make two stoneware crocks with or without handles, 7 and 9 inches tall and 5" diameter
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Build and texture your jars to hold all manner of kitchen tools - from wooden spoons & spatulas to long tongs & skewers. Keep tools handy by the stove top or workstation for easy access when creating your favorite recipes.
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These hold flowers & potted orchids also!
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Choose from eight different glaze finishes
CACHE POT TRIO
Saturday SEPTEMBER 17th
10am to 3pm
LIMIT 6 PARTICIPANTS
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Create three jars in three sizes: 3 1/2" diameter and 3", 4", and 5" tall.
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Texture as desired - cut a hole in the bottom if you plan to use them for plants.
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Myriad of uses from flatware at your next buffet to dip and crudites.
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Dishwasher and microwave safe.
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Choose from 8 different glaze finishes