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Introduction to Pottery at MUD Ceramics Studio

Planner rationale: - Offers a lower-commitment beginner path in a strong January buyer period. - Non-Monday Handbuilding at 12 seats has $3,360 sold-out gross over 16 class-hours, about $210 per class-hour; 6 seats clears the $1,600 handbuilding viability floor. - Handbuilding is operationally easier than non-Monday Wheel because it does not consume wheel stations.

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What students say about MUD

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Beginner confidence

"I was a complete novice... now have a solid foundation to begin my pottery journey."

Jo

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12-week course outcome

"I took the 12-week wheel and hand building class... I learned so much."

Sengphet Liu

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Warm studio vibe

"The owners are incredibly welcoming and helpful."

MrKingluke663

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About this class

Planner rationale: - Offers a lower-commitment beginner path in a strong January buyer period. - Non-Monday Handbuilding at 12 seats has $3,360 sold-out gross over 16 class-hours, about $210 per class-hour; 6 seats clears the $1,600 handbuilding viability floor. - Handbuilding is operationally easier than non-Monday Wheel because it does not consume wheel stations.

Class dates

  1. Session 1January 17, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  2. Session 2January 24, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  3. Session 3January 31, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  4. Session 4February 7, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  5. Session 5February 14, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  6. Session 6February 21, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  7. Session 7February 28, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  8. Session 8March 7, 2027, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Age restriction: 18+ (16 & 17 with parental permission).

Please note:

MUD does not offer make-up classes for missed sessions, including absences due to illness, travel, or personal scheduling conflicts. Our classes follow a structured curriculum, and missed instruction cannot be rescheduled. Please review all class dates before enrolling to make sure you can attend each session.

This class does not offer wheel throwing instruction.

Bisque firing is included. Optional glaze firing for finished take-home work is $3 per pound.

In the event of adverse weather conditions, MUD Ceramics Studio remains open for classes unless a Travel Advisory recommends suspending non-essential travel.

Students who are unable to complete their glazing during class should plan for an additional five-week timeline. Three weeks after the course ends, students may return to glaze any unfinished pieces. Completed work will be ready for final pick-up two weeks after the glazing appointment. Glazing appointments are offered as a courtesy and cannot be rescheduled.

After class

Courtesy glazing appointment: March 28, 2027

Final pick-up: April 11, 2027

What is included

Clay, basic studio tools, and guided instruction.

Glazing support and bisque firing.

Guidance through making, glazing, and pickup. Optional glaze firing is $3/lb.

Studio location

201 E Champion St
Bellingham, WA 98225