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This is for a 1 hour session to do pottery painting and that includes time to pick your piece. One hour is usually enough time for toddlers and pre-school children who don't have great attention spans or people who just want to create a quick piece or perhaps finishing off. If you need more time as long as we're not fully booked then you can stay longer. If new to pottery painting and you or your children are over 4 then book our longer session. The cost is £4 studio fee per painter plus the cost of the item/s painted. To get an idea of prices check out our online shop. The £10 booking fee reserves your table and is taken off your spend on the day. For groups of 6 or more please book one of our party slots so we can accommodate you in the party area. If you want hand or footprints for toddlers or below as well as painting then book a print session as we may not be able to help you with these (depends on how busy we are). For older children, you will probably be able to do the prints yourselves if we are to busy to help. We endeavor to get pottery through the kiln within 10 days (often it is ready sooner) but occasionally things need to go back in again and can take a little longer. If you need items ready sooner then we can usually offer a speedy firing service that takes 3-5 days (extra £3 fee).

I'm afraid pottery is not always an exact science and there are so many things that can occur in the firing process with these hand produced items that are unpredictable. Or sometimes there is human error involved - we strive for perfection and hate it if we make mistakes but unfortunately it can happen! If there is a problem with any of your pieces that we deem needs a re-do we will contact you and ask you to book a slot, PLEASE ONLY BOOK THIS SLOT IF WE HAVE REQUESTED YOU TO DO SO.

Calling all Swifties! We see soooo many customers bring pottery to life with iconic Taylor Swift inspired designs and quotes. From "Love Story" to "Lover," we've seen it all! So for all you die-hard Taylor Swift fans with a passion for pottery painting, you're in luck! Drum roll please! Crafty Monkey Studio is very excited to announce the Taylor Swift upcoming events they will be holding (and watch this space for Swiftie workshops at a later date). These Swiftie Pottery Painting events will be an evening of painting Taylor-inspired designs onto pottery here at our Crafty Monkey studio and all things Taylor! They're guaranteed to get you into the spirit of her current Eras Tour and for those of you who didn’t manage to get tickets, you’ll have the chance to experience some Taylor with other Swifties. Why Taylor Swift? Errr…Hello?!  As you know, Taylor Swift is not just a pop sensation; she's a cultural icon. Her music, style, and overall aesthetic have inspired countless fans around the world. What better way to celebrate your love for Taylor than by painting her designs on ceramics? Whether you're a Swiftie from way back or just getting into her music, our Taylor Swift pottery painting upcoming events are the perfect way to show your fandom by painting your very own ceramic masterpiece. Long Story Short Our first event night is in line with her mammoth Eras Tour kicking off in Europe. We are holding it on 10th May, however, this has booked up almost as fast as her tour and before we had a chance to properly promote it so we’ve added a new date on June 21st to coincide with Taylors first UK date of her tour. Our evening event nights are aimed at adults but happy for age 10+ to attend. However, as a result of the interest shown from people with younger Swifties, we’re planning on running workshops for young Swifties and may put on an all ages event in the future so stay tuned! What to Expect at these fun-filled Taylor Swift upcoming events? As you step into our studio, you'll be greeted with a welcoming atmosphere, complete with Taylor Swift music playing in the background and Taylor-inspired décor scattered around the studio to get you in the mood! Once you’ve selected your pottery piece, from our extensive range, we will guide you through the pottery painting process, providing tips and tricks. It's now time to get creative, painting your masterpiece, inspired by your favourite era, worthy of Taylor herself. Our Taylor Swift pottery painting events are nights of creativity, fun, and, of course, everything Taylor! Not very creative or arty? Don't worry we've got you covered! We've curated a selection of Taylor-inspired design templates. You can simply trace your chosen design on your pottery piece and paint to your heart's content. From "Red" to "1989" to "Folklore", whether you want to paint lyrics, album covers, or even Taylor's cats, the possibilities are endless. Paint a mug with snakes for “Reputation”, a clock for “Midnights”, or even a plate with a section for each era on. No matter what design you choose, it’s sure to be an “Enchanted” night! To get pottery painting inspiration see our Taylor Swift Inspired Pottery & Designs Pinterest board “Aren't you The Lucky One” And of course our night wouldn't be complete without some Taylor themed goodies for you! Each guest will get a friendship bracelet handmade by our talented Chloe. She's a hardcore Swiftie and came up with the idea of putting on these themed evenings! You will also get a little Taylor Swift gift from us too! Are You Ready For It? Ready to unleash your inner Swiftie?  Either book a table with your fellow Swiftie friends or if flying solo book onto our Swiftie Community table where you’ll meet other Swiftie's to sing along with! Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience. Book now and get ready to get your paint on and come celebrate the magic of Taylor Swift with us. Once booked head over and like our Taylor Swift Facebook Event page where we'll be providing updated about the event and design ideas and all things Taylor. We also encourage you to come along dressed in your favourite era as a homage to Tay! We cant wait to see you! 🫶 If we're sold out or you can't make the date then comment here or in our Facebook Event page so we can either add you onto the waiting list or if enough interest we may put another date on! Also let us know if you want to be informed on events and workshops for your young Swifties! #TaylorSwift #PotteryPainting #EventNight #Cambs #Cambridgeshire #MyCraftyMonkey #PaintParty #Taylornation #Swiftie #SipNPaint #StNeots #taylorsversion #taylorswiftinspiredpottery

Crafty Monkey hit the road for a crafternoon (afternoon tea and pottery painting experience) hosted at Sawtry Tea Room, and it was a delightful affair! Nestled on the high street of Sawtry, the tea room provided a lovely setting for an afternoon filled with creativity, laughter, and, of course, plenty of tea. Guests feasted on an array of sandwiches, cakes, and other delightful treats plucked from tiered trays and cake stands. Vintage crockery adorned the tables, adding an elegant touch to the ambiance and setting the stage for a special experience. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as the guests came together, cups of tea in hand to spend some quality time together and embark in some mindfulness and creativity. From delicate flowers on jugs to geometric designs on mugs, each participant poured their heart and soul into their creations. Smiles were abundant and there was plenty of chatter over the delicacies but you could hear a pin drop whilst the concentration on painting was happening. The afternoon was wonderful and left us with a feeling of ‘our glass is full’. At the end we all got to see what each other had been working on and it’s amazing to see how each person brings their own unique perspective and creativity to the table. As the afternoon came to a close, we bid farewell to Sawtry Tea Room with full hearts and full bellies. Thankyou to everyone who joined us for this special event and helped make it a lovely experience. Check out our reel from the afternoon below! If you were disappointed to miss out on this event be sure to keep an eye on our social media for when the bookings go live for our next one at Sawtry Tea Room or check out our events page on the website. If you're interested in hosting a workshop or a sip and paint event of your own, whether it's a mother-daughter outing, a team-building activity, or a gathering with friends, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us to discuss how we can bring a touch of Crafty Monkey magic to you! #potterypainting #crafternoontea #diypotterypainting #paintyourownpottery #pyop #potterylove #potteryart #ceramics #paintyourown #afternoontea #cambridgeshireactivities #uniquethingstodo

With Easter just around the corner (I know, still feels like January right? but honestly it's super close now. There's never been a better time to join us for a pottery painting eggs-travaganza (gotta love a pun!) Not everyone can enjoy or wants to eat chocolate at Easter so it's always fun to look for an alternative gift or experience. Picture this: you and your crew gathered around a table, surrounded by an array of Easter-themed pottery pieces just waiting to be transformed (of course it could be any pottery). From adorable bunnies and colourful eggs to sweet lambs, delicate flowers, and meaningful crosses, our selection of Easter-inspired pieces is sure to ignite your imagination. Whether it's a ceramic egg filled with succulents or an Easter bunny ornament adorning your shelf, each piece adds a touch of character to your home. Here's a small selection of some of our Easter themed pieces just waiting to be painted either in our studio or they can be purchased as a 'Take Out' kit to paint at home either with our underglazes or with your own acrylic paint. These make gret Easter gifts as an alternative to a choccie egg especially for little ones. (oh just a sidenote though... the products below are just to show you some of our collection - please only hit the buy now button if you are purchasing as a take out kit. If you are painting in the studio you choose and pay for your piece on the day) Book your studio session now Of course you don't have to paint Easter pieces, anything can be made Eastery especially if you you have little hand or footprints for their first Easter. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a total beginner, there's a piece of pottery with your name on it. Trust us, you'll be amazed at what you can create with a little bit of paint and a whole lot of imagination. See you in the studio! oh and here is a little gallery of images to give you some ideas on what you could paint and how it could look... But hang on, why are we talking about bunnies, shouldn't it be chickens? And what’s with the eggs? Why are we encouraging you to paint these things? let's take a quick moment to explore the history behind some of Easter's most iconic symbols: The Easter Bunny can be traced back to acnient folklore particularly in Germanic cultures. Originally it wasn't a bunny though, but instead a hare. Hares were used to symbolise fertility and new life... which links them to the rabbit and the expression about their mating practises and in Christianity the hare is a representation of the resurrection of Christ and the promise of new beginnings. How cute are those little bunny footprints? This was created a couple of years ago now but I think we can all agree how stinking cute it is! Check out more bunny footprints here. These days however it is not a hare that delivers our chocolatey treats on Easter Sunday but instead a cute little bunny rabbit that is often tweaked with artistic license to be anthopomorphic, carrying a basket on one arm and maybe a pink satin ribbon adorned around his neck. This image is largely fuelled by advertising but hey, what's not to love about a cute bunny especially one that delivers those yummies! Chocolate Eggs: Just like hares and rabbits, the egg has long been associated with Springtime festivals for symbolising new life. Traditionally eggs were decorated and exchanged at family gatherings and festivals. That all makes sense but do you ever wonder why chocolate eggs are a staple of Easter celebrations? This tradition dates back to the early 19th century when European confectioners began crafting chocolate eggs as a sweet treat for the holiday and some may say that this was the start to the commercialisation of the holiday although a choccy egg is something many people look forward to receiving so it's not all bad!

FATHERS DAY Prints on Pottery Pottery Painting Silverprint Fathers Day Gifts: Text Need Fathers Day gift ideas? Don't stress about what to buy... come along and we will help you to produce a special and unique gift that will put a smile on daddy's face on Fathers Day! Browse all of our options below and don't forget Grandad this Father's Day too! Prints On Pottery Want a gift for dad to remember and keep forever from your little one, why not get prints on pottery ! We have plenty of designs to choose from and can help you create a truly personal gift. Simply book a Print Session online - or we can visit your NCT Group or Nursery, get in touch to enquire. Book Now Contact Us * For an idea of prices please visit our Hand, Foot and Bumprints page for more information. The price is the same as pottery painting if you are going to decorate the pieces after we have done the prints. If you want us to decorate then there is a fee which depends on the design you would like us to do. * Paint Your Own Pottery Sometimes it's best to say it your own way and create something yourself that is truly from the heart! Paint your own gift for Dad, book a painting session below. Book Now Quick View Porsche Money Bank Price £19.00 We paint it for you! Quick View Personalised Fishing Mug Price From £22.00 Quick View Beaker / Pen / Toothbrush Pot Price £11.00 Quick View Tiki Pot Price £16.00 Quick View Truck Container Price £20.00 Quick View Sneaker Money Bank Price £18.00 We paint it for you! Quick View Family Tree Plate Price From £33.00 Quick View Pen/Pencil Holder Price £14.00 Quick View Cube Money Bank Price £18.00 Quick View Hippie Surfer Van Money Bank Price £20.00 Quick View Family Word Plaque Price £22.00 Quick View Freestanding Family Word Price £15.00 Quick View Pen/Pencil Cup Price £12.00 Quick View Panel Photo Frame Price £20.00 Quick View Round Trinket Pot Price £22.00 Quick View Star Plate Price £23.00 * Please note you can not pre-order items, you will be able to pick and pay on the day upon arrival. However if you wish to paint at home you can order one of our take out kits . The price of pottery painting will be the price of the item plus a £4.50 studio fee per painter * Silverprint Gifts Our Silverprint keepsakes are a great way to capture your child or baby's handprints and footprints and make great gifts for Fathers Day! We have a great range of items such as cufflinks and keyrings and can even immortalise your child's first drawing (if you are wanting this option please order your item below and send us a photo of the drawing). For hands and feet we take all the prints needed all you have to do is book a Silverprint session online. Book Now Quick View Scrabble Tile Silverprint Cufflinks Price From £138.00 Quick View Oval Silverprint Cufflinks Price From £138.00 Quick View Square Silverprint Cufflinks Price From £138.00 Quick View Round Silverprint Cufflinks Price From £125.00 Quick View Silverprint Diamond Clear Glass Paperweight Price From £115.00 Quick View Silverprint Tie Clip/Tie Bar Price From £102.00 Quick View Decending Dog Tag x 3 Pendant Necklace Price From £239.00 Quick View Decending Dog Tag x 2 Pendant Necklace Price From £193.00 Quick View Extra Large Round Silverprint Keyring Price From £115.00 Quick View Scrabble Tile Silverprint Keyring Price From £110.00 Quick View Plectrum Silverprint Pendant Necklace Price From £96.00 Quick View Guitar Plectrum Silverprint Keyring Price From £108.00 Quick View Dog Tag Keyring Price From £119.00 Quick View Telegram Silverprint Pendant Necklace Price From £102.00 Quick View Telegram Silverprint Keyring Price From £108.00 Quick View Offset Heart Silverprint Keyring Price From £108.00 * If you are coming in for a Silverprint session please do not purchase online beforehand. However it may be a good idea to look at our items to get an idea of which item you would like to purchase on the day. * Fathers Day Gifts: Prints on Pottery Fathers Day: Pottery Painting Fathers Day: Silverprint

At Crafty Monkey, we are passionate about providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where customers of all ages and abilities can have fun and enjoy exploring their artistic and creative side. As such we offer a range of options and boast an extensive selection of pottery suited to all skill levels. We are also specialists in baby hand and footprint keepsakes and offer a decorating service for people who want to create the perfect personalised gift or baby print keepsake. Whether it's a therapeutic solo session, a date idea or a fun group outing with friends or family, our studio offers a unique and enjoyable experince for all. We also cater for groups and parties of all ages either in our studio with our take out kits or can bring the fun to a venue of your choice.* To ensure you get the most out of your experience, we require that you book a session online. We encourage all ages and abilities to come and unwind and indulge in a relaxing and creative pottery painting or making experience. ​ Book a Session Unleash Your Creative Side at Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio *Dependent on size of group and location. See our latest news, offerings and events What we offer Crafty Monkey is a Pottery Painting, Build a Bear and Craft studio based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire - near the border to Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. We offer Pottery Painting for all ages young and old with our Adults Evenings becoming more popular than ever. We are the longest running Pottery Painting Studio in Cambridgeshire, being open since 2010! Our broad range of Pottery is something our customers love and comment on as being one of the best things about Crafty Monkey. In addition to pottery painting we also offer pottery classes where you can get your hands on clay and other art and craft workshops. fun activities for children including our Build a Bear experiences, a range of workshops which usually run during the school holidays and kid's parties. We also specialise in creating unique and personal baby print keepsakes in the form of hand, foot and bum prints on Pottery, Imprints & Outprints and Silverprint Jewellery. We will also be introducing 3D castings to this list soon. Our baby print keepsakes mean you can treasure their little hands and feet forever, even when they're all grown up. Our Silverprint can also be used to immortalise a kiss, your child's first drawing, your dog's pawprint, or if someone has recently passed, we can make a lasting keepsake of their handprint. We love getting involved with our local St Neots community. We often run free competitions with great prizes such as our Queen's Platinum Jubilee competition which we ran with St Neots Town Council. We also frequently get involved with community projects such as the tile mural in the library and a mug painting contest with our friends at Black Cat Radio. ​ Pottery Painting itself has become very popular and we've seen it take off as a fun group activity for Hen Parties, Corporate Team Building sessions, Birthday Parties, Scout Groups, School Groups and more. We often find ourselves packing all of our Painting kit and traveling somewhere new! That being said we also offer Take Out Pottery Painting kits which are perfect if you're wanting to run your own Pottery Painting session/party at your own venue. Pottery Painting Pottery Painting for all ages, plus our popular Adults Evening. Workshops Workshops & Clay Classes for adults and children. ​ Baby Prints Baby prints on Pottery, Imprints & Outprints. ​ Build a Bear Build a Bear Experiences and Parties ​ Take Out Kits Pottery Painting and Build a Bear at home or your venue. Imprints & Outprints Baby clay impressions and 2D castings. Parties Kid's Parties (Build a Bear & Pottery Painting), Adult's Parties Gifts Personalised Pottery gifts for all occasions. ​ 3D Baby Casts Baby 3D casts Group Bookings Corporate, Brownies, Scouts etc, Schools & more. Gift Vouchers For Pottery Painting, Build a Bear & all Baby Print Services. Silverprint Jewellery, Charms, Gifts for him, Keyrings & more. Customer Reviews Instagram Inspiration Have a look at our insta feed for inspiration or if you've painted with us see if your piece has featured!

KIDS PARTIES! Childrens Parties: Image Both children and parents love Crafty Monkey birthday parties - children love them because they are a lot of fun, parents love them because the children are entertained, happy and stress free! What's more the children get to create something they can keep so no party bags are needed! ​ Our designated party area seats up to 12 children (14 at a push if they are small). If you have more attendees, we may need to seat some in the studio or need to book the whole studio out to accommodate it or hold it outside opening hours (opening fee will apply) or we also now do Take Out Home Party Kits where you can host the party at home or a venue of your choice! If you choose to do pottery painting then you would need to drop the painted pottery back to us to be glazed and fired. You will have the party area for 1 hour 30 minutes. Younger children (4-5 year olds) are likely to finish much earlier than this so it's advised to put pick up after 1 hour to 1hour 15 mins. Due to limited space the number of parents/helpers are limited to 2 people and parents can drop off their children at the door and wait outside when they come to collect. Unfortunately, we no longer offer party food and we do not allow you to bring your own food or drink to the party. You may bring a Birthday Cake to cut up and pop into their party bags if you are providing them, but this is not allowed to be eaten in the studio. Minimum group size 8 for our party packages. If you want a smaller affair to celebrate a childs birthday then you can just book a pottery painting, build a bear or foam clay session in our studio for your group size, however you will not have access to our party animal range and the prices below are for a minimum of 8 participants. We take a £50 deposit on booking. This is non-refundable but you can change the date with 14 days notice. The deposit will then be deducted from what you pay on the day of the Party. Email us if you have a bigger group size, want it outside our opening hours, need a longer time or want more spectators. Book a Party Take Out Party Pottery Painting We have a fabuolous choice of Party Animals for the children to choose from or they can opt for mug or side plate. They also have the option of having a party plate with the birthday childs handprint in the middle with all their friends thumb prints on the outside. You will need to leave the items with us for up to 10 days so we can glaze and kiln them. £15 per child Party plate £18 See the range Build a Bear Small Bears £15 per child with outfits £25 Large Bears £20 per child with outfits £31 We have a great range of small and large animals! Children will get to pick their special friend and use magic food to make them cuddly before making a wish on one of our wish stars for their Bear to keep safe. They also get a T-Shirt to decorate and an adoption certificate to fill in. ​ Children can take their bears home on the day. Childrens Parties: Services