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Wheel Throwing Basics (8 Week Course - November, Monday Afternoons) at MUD Ceramics Studio

Spend Monday afternoons building a foundation at the pottery wheel. This 8-week course introduces centering, opening, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms through steady practice and supportive instruction.

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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

Spend Monday afternoons building a foundation at the pottery wheel. This 8-week course introduces centering, opening, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms through steady practice and supportive instruction.

Class dates

  1. Session 1November 2, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  2. Session 2November 9, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  3. Session 3November 16, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  4. Session 4November 23, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  5. Session 5November 30, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  6. Session 6December 7, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  7. Session 7December 14, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  8. Session 8December 21, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 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.

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: January 11, 2027

Final pick-up: January 25, 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