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In this class, learn to pierce and carve clay to make your own ceramic tealight holder or lantern at Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio, St Neots. < Back Previous Next Project Make a Tealight Holder Lantern Light up your life with a handmade glow. How to Make a Ceramic Lantern Our "Tealight & Lantern", hands-on, beginner-friendly project is for those who love a cozy, "hygge" home. It's all about the magic of light and transforming a simple clay structure into a glowing centerpiece that sets the mood for any room. On your chosen clay class, you'll be taught the slab-building technique and given step-by-step instructions to create your lantern. Once your slab is rolled out, we’ll guide you through the "cut-out" phase. You’ll learn how to use piercing tools and our cutters to cut out bits that allow light to shine out of yoru lantern.. You can also use our large range of stamps to impress into the clay to give it texture and patterns or use our cutters to attach shapes to your piece for a 3D effect. After cutting out and decorating your slab, you'll learn how to gently join and attach it to the base. Paint Your Glow Once your lantern is sculpted and pierced, you’ll use our vibrant underglaze paints to add the finishing touches. Keep it a classic natural for a clean look, or use rich colors to make your patterns pop when the candle is lit. What You’ll Create A Bespoke Ceramic Lantern: A hand-built holder designed to house a tealight or small candle. Light-Pierced Patterns: Learn the art of cutting and piercing clay to create beautiful shadows. Atmospheric Decor: Create a piece that transforms your space when the sun goes down. How to Make a Botanical Pot You can make this project by booking onto: Cylinder shaped lanterns: Book either our Slab Pot or Intro to Hand-Building Pottery Class Rectangular Shaped Lanterns: Book our House Lantern Pottery Class Others on the class may be making other projects but most will start with the same slab pot as the foundation structure. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Note for Parents During this class, some participants may be working on body-positive projects, such as "Boob Pots." We leave it to the discretion of parents/guardians to decide if this environment is appropriate for their children. Core Pottery Class You can make this in the pottery classes below: Intro to Hand Building Pottery Class 🍯 Class Information Booking Calendar Slab Pot Pottery Class🏺 Class Information Booking Calendar House Lantern Pottery Class 🏠 Class Information Booking Calendar General Pottery Class Info All Pottery Class Dates Pottery Class General Info

Calling all Swifties! Come Shake it Off and paint pottery designs inspired by your favourite Era at our Taylor Swift Pottery Painting Night Out. Read more. Previous Event Next Event Taylor Swift Sip and Paint Pottery Night Calling all Swifties! Come Shake it Off and paint pottery inspired by your favourite Taylor era 🐍 No Current Dates Share Event with friends: Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Event Details: 🎶Calling all swifties! 💃Get ready to Shake it Off at our Taylor Swift themed pottery painting night! Whether booking with a group of friends or booking onto a shared table to meet new swifties this is sure to be a fun girls night out! We will be playing Taylors music throughout the night and will have Taylor inspired decorations around the studio! 🫶 What you can expect: 🖌️Paint some pottery inspired by your favourite Taylor era. 💖Meet fellow swifties because It’s Nice to Have a Friend . 🎤Use our Taylor themed templates to make your pottery Gorgeous ! 🥂BYOB and talk about all your Champagne Problems or we will have soft drinks on sale on the night. And of course don’t forget to come dressed as your favourite Era! We can’t wait to see everyone’s outfits! 💜Long Story Short you won’t want to miss out on this Enchanted night of pottery painting, so the Question? ...Are you ready for it? 🐍 Pottery Painting Ideas & Inspiration Head to our Instagram feed or Pinterest boards for inspiration! No Current Dates No date? Fill in our form and if we get enough interest we'll put on another night! TICKET Ticket Price: Includes: Studio Fee Welcome Drink Small Gift Choose & pay at event for pottery item: See full range & prices £10 Event Location: Crafty Monkey Pottery Painting Studio, Moore's Walk, St. Neots, UK Follow our socials for updates and sneak peaks and/or subscribe to our newsletter to be in the know! Previous Event Next Event

Read our ⭐ 5-star reviews from happy customers! Discover why Crafty Monkey is the go-to place for ceramic painting, pottery classes, kids' parties, and creative workshops. 🎨 Customer Reviews Customer Reviews: Testimonial What Visitors Say About Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio in St Neots Crafty Monkey is your go-to destination in St Neots for hands-on creative fun. From pottery painting and pottery making to Build-a-Bear experiences and personalised ceramic keepsakes featuring baby hand and footprints, we offer something for everyone. We also host unforgettable children’s parties, adult workshops, and seasonal craft events. But don’t just take our word for it—scroll through reviews left by our happy customers to see what they have to say! My favourite activity to do in St Neots! Always have a wonderful time, and all the staff are friendly, helpful and genuinely interested in the creations. It’s great for birthdays, parties, dates, catch-ups, any occasion. Highly recommend the adult nights on Thursday too, and it’s also great for taking kids during the day. Chelsea Zwetsloot Review on: Google We went as a last minute change of plans due to the rain, but we had so much fun. Me and bestie were talking about it for the rest of the day. The staff were lovely and so helpful. You can assume trying to get a one year olds hand print can be challenging but the member of staff helping us got that hand print like a pro!! I think this may turn in to a family tradition! Clair Neale Review on: Google 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ... 13 Tell Us About Your Crafty Monkey Visit Have you visited our studio recently? If you had a great time painting pottery, making keepsakes, playing with clay, building a bear etc - spread the joy and leave us a review on Google! Your feedback helps others discover the fun and gives our team a big boost. If your experience wasn’t quite what you hoped for, we’d love the chance to make it right. Please email us directly with your feedback so we can continue to improve. Leave us a Google Review Why Customers Love Crafty Monkey Studio Whether looking to host a birthday party, enjoy a family day out, or create a unique personalised gift, our studio is the perfect place . Here are some of the reasons our customers keep coming back: 🎨 Pottery painting for all ages 🧸 Fun-filled Build-a-Bear parties 🥳 Adult and children’s pottery parties 🏆 Professional and friendly staff 🖌️ Unique ceramic gifts and keepsakes 👨👩👧👦 Welcoming, family-friendly environment

View recent and current competitions that Crafty Monkey have run or been involved in within St Neots and the local area. Fun, creative competitions for all ages! See what we've got going on! Competitions & Giveaways Crafty Monkey loves getting involved in the local community and giving back to our wonderful customers and one of the ways we like to do this is by running competitions and giveaways! Have a look at some of the competitions we've run or been involved in. Crafty Monkey Past Competitions Current Competitions Black Cat Radio Mug Painting Competition In the early days of, our much loved, St. Neots based Black Cat Radio station (and our radio station of choice played in our studio) we ran a mug painting competition to help spread the word about the radio station. Together with Black Cat Radio presenters, we toured the local schools in St. Neots and took over their assemblies to promote the competition. People of all ages entered and designed mugs for the presenters. The presenter chose the design they like the most and the winner got to come and paint it up on a mug at Crafty Monkey. Once the mug had been fired the winner had a tour of the radio station and presented the mug to the DJ on air! Here's pictures of the winning entrants and a few of the Black Cat Radio presenters! Kings Coronation Art Competition To celebrate the King's Coronation, St Neots Town Council hosted an exciting art competition, offering participants the chance to win a free craft experience at Crafty Monkey! The prize allowed winners to recreate their royal-themed artwork on pottery. The competition was open to children aged 3-16 years, divided into four age categories: 3-5 years, 6-9 years, 10-12 years, and 13-16 years. Entrants were invited to create a Coronation-themed artwork of His Majesty The King using any medium, including drawing, colouring, painting, or crafting. This memorable competition showcased the creativity of young artists and celebrated a historic royal occasion. Free Baby Print Giveaway We ran a free giveaway to win a free baby print on a tile! Tiles are one of the cutest ways to capture your little one's foot or hand prints and make great coasters. We enjoy getting involved and interacting with our online community and run competitions on our Instagram and Facebook often - so make sure you're following us! Eco Plate Painting Competition We ran a 'Save the Planet' Plate Painting Competition for people of all ages to design a plate with an Eco theme. We had over 100 entries and had over 500 people voting online for their favourite design. Winners got to paint up their plates and plant a tree with a local initiative called Grow wild! See some of the entries in the gallery below. Queens Platinum Jubilee Art Competition For the Queens Platinum Jubilee we worked with St Neots Town Council to bring together a Jubilee themed competition with great prizes! Winners got to have their work shown in the St Neots Museum and a Craft Experience with us! We had a great time attending Street Food Fest and Picnic in the Park running the competition - we had loads of brilliant entries. Free Local Business Giveaway In an effort to give local small businesses and attractions some extra exposure after the pandemic we teamed up with a few local businesses for a giveaway run on Instagram and Facebook! One lucky winner won all of these prizes. We've got some great attractions and businesses in our little town and it was lovely to be able to highlight them - shop local! Eco Plate Painting Competition 🌍 At Crafty Monkey, caring for our planet is close to our hearts and creativity is one of the best ways to spark conversations about looking after the environment. To help raise awareness of the environmental challenges we all face, we ran a special Eco‑Themed Plate Competition, inviting people of all ages to design a plate inspired by nature, sustainability and protecting our world. The winning designers were invited into the studio to paint their creations, bringing their ideas to life in ceramic form. See a showcase of some of the amazing entries — from tiny handprints to thoughtful designs by adults — all celebrating the importance of looking after our planet. 💚

Book a group session for mums and babies at Crafty Monkey. Create Christmas keepsakes together in a fun, social setting. Mum & Baby Groups Previous Next Make Keepsake Gifts with Friends In our studio Our studio is a favourite spot for groups of mums and babies and NCT groups to come together and create special memories. So gather your mum and baby friends and book a group print session this Christmas. It’s a wonderful way to capture your little ones' early years while enjoying some creative time with other mums. Booking is essential to secure your session. At your baby/toddler group or nursery Did you know we can visit your group or nursery and do hand and footprints on pottery. We just arranage a date, provide you with marketing materials so people can order ahead and we bring the pieces ordered on the day arrranged to take the prints and bring them back to the studio to decorate and put through the kiln. Visit our pre-order baby print page to see the selection of items people can make at your group and email us if you would like us to visit. Baby Group Info Make a Booking

See our personalised Mother’s Day gift ideas at Crafty Monkey. Get the kids to paint personalised pottery or we can, make footprint and handprint keepsakes, and more. Unique Gift Ideas for Mum or Grandma Make a Gift as Unique as Mum! Personalised Gifts for Mum or Nanny Because Mum Deserves More Than Just Flowers Whether you’re celebrating a milestone birthday, a first Mother’s Day, or simply want to show Grandma how much she’s loved, Crafty Monkey is the home of heartfelt, handmade gifting. Since 2010, our St Neots pottery studio has been a go-to destination for families looking to move beyond the high street and create something truly personal or gift mum a creative experience. Baby Print Keepsakes For Mums & Nanny's Capture those fleeting moments with our Handprint and Footprint service. These make the ultimate "first" gifts for new Mums and loved gifts for Grandparents. We Help You: Our experienced team captures the prints on your ceramics. Professional Finish : We can do the decorating and lettering for you. Beyond Pottery: Explore our range of Clay Impressions, 3D Plaster Castings for a keepsake that lasts a lifetime. Baby Keepsakes Hand-Painted Pottery From the Kids & Big Kids! Nothing says "I love you" like a handmade gift. From toddlers' first scribbles to intricate designs by "big kids" (and adults!), we have 100's of pottery pieces ready to be transformed. For Mum : Personalised Mugs, perfect for her morning cuppa or trinket dishes are studio favorites Don't forget Nanny : Our "Grandma’s Garden" plates, Teapots & Vases are always winners. From the Kids: Let the little ones create a hand-painted bowl or photo frame. Gift an Experience Treat Mum to a Pottery Experience Give Mum the gift of "me-time" for a relaxing afternoon out making memories you can share together. Beginner Pottery Classes: Is Mum a fan of The Great Pottery Throw Down? Treat her to a hands-on clay class where she can learn to sculpt and create from scratch. Sip & Paint Nights: Book a table for a relaxing evening of pottery painting and a glass of prosecco - the ultimate "mums' night out." Gift Making Ideas for Mum Scroll through what customers have made for mum & Grandma Calling All Dads! We are on hand to work with your little one/s to create a lovely piece for mum's birthday, Mothers Day, Valentine's or just because. All you need to do is book a session, turn up with your little one/s and we can help you do the rest! Don't leave it right until the last minute though! We need enough time to glaze and fire your special creations. Say it with a Gift Voucher! Give mum the gift of creativity and relaxation with one of our gift cards or voouchers. This special treat allows her to use it for a pottery painting experience or a pottery class.. Order now and make her day extra special! Visit Our St Neots Pottery Studio We provide a relaxed and inclusive environment for all ages and serve customers from St. Neots, Huntingdon, St. Ives, Sandy, Bedford, Cambridge, and all surrounding areas. Pro Tip : If you are painting a gift for a specific occasion (like Mother's Day or a birthday), please allow 14 days for your items to be fired and glazed in our kiln! Book a Session Buy a Gift Voucher Make Mother’s Day Special with Handmade Pottery Gifts Creative Personalised Mother's Day Gift Ideas Personalised Pottery Gifts now Available! Mother's Day Gift Idea Inspiration Mother’s Day is about celebrating the woman who does it all. Since 2010, Crafty Monkey has been helping families in St Neots create one-of-a-kind, heartfelt gifts that Mums and Grandmas actually treasure. Whether you want to paint a masterpiece for her, capture a moment in time with baby keepsakes, or gift her a relaxing creative escape, we have something special waiting in our studio. Scroll through to get ideas and inspiration or have a read of our blog posts for more information. Book a Session

Discover personalised new baby gifts at Crafty Monkey pottery studio or get a gift voucher for the new parents so they can make a keepsake with their baby's handprints and footprints. See the options. New Baby Gift Ideas Bespoke personalised keepsake presents for new parents Baby Gifts for New Parents Looking for unique handmade baby gifts to mark the joyous arrival of a newborn? Celebrate the special occasion with Crafty Monkey’s range of new baby personalised , commissioned commemorative pottery or purchase a gift voucher for the new parents to create a one-of-a-kind keepsake with baby's hand and footprints that parents will treasure forever. Scroll down to see what we offer. Customised Pottery Newborn Gifts We Can Hand Paint You a Gift! Let our in-house artists handcraft a customised bespoke ceramic gift for new parents to mark the joyous occasion of a new baby. Large Range : Choose from our wide variety of ceramic pieces in our online shop , from plates and mugs to decorative plaques and money banks. Customisation: We can personalise our ceramics with the newborn's name, birth date, birth weight, a special message or whatever you would like. See how to order a hand-painted bespoke piece on our Personalised Gift Page Personalised Shop Personalised Baby Hand & Foot Keepsakes Hand & Footprint Keepsakes Customised pottery gifts for newborns allow baby hands and footprints to be immortilised on pottery. We have a large range of ceramic items that adorned with baby's prints make precious and lasting mementos of the fleeting early weeks and months. Make for yourself or to gift to family members. 3D Hand & Foot Baby Castings Create a stunning 3D cast of baby’s hands or feet, capturing every little crease and detail. Our 3D castings are available in a variety of finishes and styles, offering a unique and personalised keepsake. They're a reminder of how tiny baby's hand and feet were. Clay Impressions & Plaster Outprints A perfect way to preserve the delicate features of a newborn is with imprints and outprints . New parents can choose from a range of finishes to create a baby memory keepsake that showcases the intricate details of their baby’s hands and feet. These pieces also make great gifts for grandparents.. Gift Baby Keepsakes with a Crafty Monkey Gift Card Let new parents choose their own special unique handmade baby keepsakes by gifting a Crafty Monkey Gift Voucher or Gift Card . Our gift vouchers and e-gift cards are extremely popular to gift new parents on the arrival of a new baby. They're also a popular collective baby shower present and are very appreciated by new mums! We're not surprised as personalised baby keepsake gifts make an ideal and thoughtful present for new parents! Who wouldn't want the lasting memory of how tiny and cute their baby's hand and feet once were.

Our popular baby print clay impressions (imprints) and plaster 2D outprints are the perfect way to capture hand, foot and paw prints to make timeless keepsakes! Baby Hand & Foot Imprints & Outprints Capture the Moment: Our baby hand and foot impressions & Outprints offer a unique and lasting way to preserve the tiny hands and feet of your baby Personalised Impressions & Outprints They say the days are long, but the years are short and nowhere is that more true than during those first few months with a new baby. At Crafty Monkey, we understand the importance of the precious early moments of your baby’s life.and help you "freeze time" by capturing every tiny crease, wrinkle, and curve of those precious hands and feet. Our baby keepsakes provide a tangible memory of your baby’s early days, perfect for displaying in your home. Whether you prefer indented clay impressions or raised plaster outprints, it's the perfect way to create a timeless personalised keepsake - a piece of art that you’ll treasure long after they’ve outgrown their first pair of shoes. A Safe, Gentle & Stress-Free Process We use quality non-toxic clay and materials, safe for your baby's delicate skin. We're experienced in capturing the intricate details of baby’s hands and feet. We show attention to detail when personalising and decorating. Clay Imprints Indented & Framed Clay imprints involve creating impression of your baby’s hands and feet, in clay. We gently press your baby’s hand or foot into soft, high-quality clay to create a recessed (indented) impression, capturing the detail. Once fired in our kiln, the ceramic becomes a permanent, rock-hard keepsake. Colour Choice: : Choose from 24 glaze colours and opt to have a sponged border Unframed Option While most people opt for framed, we also offer unframed imprints, adding your baby’s name, age, or date of birth to the piece. You can either attach a hanger to the back or we can add hanging holes for you to put ribbon through to hang. Plaster Outprints Raised & Framed If you want to see every tiny detail in 3D, our outprints are a great option. We take an initial impression in clay, which we then use as a mould to create a raised plaster cast. The resulting piece showcases a lifelike, raised outprint.capturing all the tiny detail and lines of your baby's hand and foot. Colour Choice : Choose from a white or black background with a wide variety of colour for the hand and foot including classic metallic tones like silver, gold, or bronze. . Making Imprints & Outprints We know that visiting a studio with a newborn or a wiggly toddler can feel daunting. Our team are experienced in working with babies of all ages (from just a few days old!), although we recommend waiting until your baby is at least 4 weeks old. 1. Book Appointment Schedule a convenient time for your session by booking online. Please note we only tend to offer these mid-week during term time when the studio is calmer and we have time after your session to start the making process. 3. Personalise After making the impressions into clay, we'll show you the colour options you can choose from and take your baby's details for the engraved plaque or decoration. 5. Collection Once your personalised keepsake is ready, we will email you to arrange collection. 2. Safe & Gentle Getting the hand and foot impressions in clay is quick and safe for baby. Our friendly, experienced staff endeavour to make your baby feel comfortable and secure to ensure a stress-free experience for both you and your baby. 4. Leave With Us Imprints and outprints take a longer time to process than painted pottery due to the long dry times needed and clay impressions require two kiln firings. Allow 4-5 weeks. Find information on how to prepare for your imprint or outprint appointment. Book a Session Dogs Pawprints Don't forget your four-legged members of the family! We are pet friendly and can do well behaved dogs paw prints too! Gift a Keepsake Buy a gift voucher or instant e-gift card that can be redeemed for baby hand and foot imprints and outprints.Makes great collective gift. Framing Options Our frames are deep-box frames that keep your imprints or outprints safe. Frame Choice : Choose from White, black or wood effects Engraved Plaque: We attach a plaqque to the frame engraved with your baby's name and age or date of birth. Why Crafty Monkey for Imprints & Outprints... Reputable & Eco-Friendly Since 2010, Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio in St Neots has been a trusted place to make baby keepsakes. With a high‑street presence, we're open seven days a week and have good customer reviews . We're a local business that cares about our planet, choosing eco‑friendly materials and sustainable practices wherever possible. Baby Casts Also See Our 3D Baby Hand & Foot Castings Baby Imprints & Outprint Gallery Ready to create a keepsake of your baby’s hand and feet? Book Your Session Today! Book a Session Frequently Asked Questions What are baby hand and footprint imprints and outprints? Imprints are recessed impressions of your baby’s hands and feet in clay while outprints are raised capturing the tiny detail of your baby’s hands and feet.👣 What materials are used for the imprints and outprints? We use high-quality, non-toxic clay to make imprints, we use this as a mould to make the outprints. Clay in natural and ensures the safety of your baby’s delicate skin. Is there an age limit? We can capture clay impressions or 2D plaster outprints of hand or foot prints at any age but it will depend on the size of the hands and feet as to the number of prints that will fit on a piece. How do I book an appointment for a baby imprint or outprint session? You book a session online through our website. How long does the session take? Getting the imprints is a quick process and just takes a few minutes however allow about 15-20 minutes for us to get the personalisation details. What should I bring to the session? Just bring your baby! We provide all the necessary materials and equipment for the session. How are imprints and outprints made? Our experienced staff will guide you through the process. For imprints and outprints, your baby’s hand or foot is gently pressed into soft clay. For outprints, we use the imprint as a mould to create the outprint after you have left. For more details, visit our Imprints & Outprints page on our website. Can I personalise the imprint or outprint? Yes, you can choose if you want hands for feet or both. We also add your baby’s name, birthdate, or age to a plaque. There's also the option for further personalisation of the imprint. Can I choose the colour and design of the imprint or outprint? Absolutely! We offer a range of colours and design options to match your personal style and home decor. How long does it take to receive the finished imprint or outprint? Please allow a four to five weeks for the creation process, as each piece is carefully crafted by hand. We will contact you as soon as your personalised keepsake is ready for collection. How will I be notified when my keepsake is ready? We will contact you via phone or email once your imprint or outprint is ready for collection. Are the materials safe for my baby? Yes, we use only the safest, non-toxic materials to ensure a gentle and safe experience for your baby. What if my baby is fussy during the session? Our staff are experienced in working with babies and will do their best to make the session as smooth and comfortable as possible. The process of getting the impressions is very quick but if necessary, we can take breaks to ensure your baby remains calm and happy. Do you offer gift vouchers for baby imprints and outprints? Yes, gift vouchers and e-gift cards are available to buy online or in our studio and make a wonderful gift for new parents. Can I book a session for twins or siblings? Yes, we can accommodate sessions for twins or siblings. Please let us know on booking so we can prepare accordingly. What other baby keepsake services do you offer? In addition to hand and footprint imprints and outprints, we offer a range of other keepsake services, including baby hand foot and bumprints personalised pottery - our baby’s first Christmas ornaments and baubles are very popular. We also offer 3D baby casts.