Sculpt your favorite animal into a functional planter! Join our fun hand-building workshop in St Neots to create a unique ceramic home for your plants. < Back Next Project Previous Make an Animal Pot or Planter The Cutest Clay Workshop in St Neots Hand-Build Your Own Quirky Animal Planter 🐾 How to Make an Animal Pot or Planter Design and build your very own animal planter from scratch - think foxy foxes, chunky cows, cheeky sloths, or frogs with serious attitude. Whatever your creative brain fancies, we’ll help you bring it to life in raw clay. This is a hands-on, beginner-friendly class. You'll be given step-by-step instructions to create a pot using the slab method, this forms the base for your project. Once your foundation is ready, we’ll provide guidance on how to sculpt, tweak, and transform your clay into a characterful animal planter, while others on your class may be crafting mugs or lanterns. Paint in the Same Class Once your animal is built, it’s time to add a splash of personality with our vibrant underglaze paints. Once we've given you instruction, we'll leave you to decorate your planter or pot exactly how you want. What Core Pottery Class Should I Book? You can make this project by booking onto either our Slab Pot or Intro to Hand-Building Pottery Class. Others on the class may be making other projects but most will start with the same slab pot as the foundation structure. Animal Planter Bear.jpg Animal Planter Pottery Class.jpg slab pot workshop clay pig (1)_edited.jpg 1/2 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 Pottery Class General Info General Pottery Class Info All Pottery Class Dates

Give your plants a face! Join our fun pottery class in St Neots to sculpt and paint a unique "Pot Head" character. Perfect for beginners. < Back Next Project Previous Make a Pot Head Planter 😲 Sculpt a Pot or Planter with Personality! 🪴 How to Make a Pot Head Give Your Plants a Face Our "Pot Heads" pottery make is the ultimate for anyone who loves quirky home decor and characterful crafts. Forget standard pots - this project is all about sculpting a unique, "living" character from clay to house your favourite greenery or bits and bobs The "Pot Head" Process You'll be taught the slab-building technique and be given step-by-step instructions to build and create the founation pot. Once your base structure is ready, we’ll guide you through the fun part: adding 3D features like big noses, expressive eyes, bushy eyebrows, or even a cheeky tongue. While others on the class might be making other projects, you’ll be focused on giving your new "Pot Head" a soul. Paint A Personality Once your character is sculpted, you’ll use our vibrant underglaze paints to bring them to life. Go for realistic skin tones, wild patterns, or a bright pop of colour - the only limit is your imagination! What You’ll Create A Bespoke "Pot Head" Planter: A fully hand-built ceramic head, sized perfectly for succulents, cacti, or "hair-like" spider plants. Hand-Sculpted Features: Learn how to join clay "attachments" securely using the score and slip technique so your Pot Head’s nose doesn't fall off in the kiln! Personalised Finish: Use textures and underglazes to make your character truly one-of-a-kind. What Core Pottery Class Should I Book? You can make this project by booking onto either our Slab Pot or Intro to Hand-Building Pottery Class. Others on the class may be making other projects but most will start with the same slab pot as the foundation structure. Slab Pot Face.jpg Making a pot from clay.jpg Pot Head Planter.jpg 1/2 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 Pottery Class General Info General Pottery Class Info All Pottery Class Dates

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

Order personalised wedding presents at Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio and we can post within the UK. Handpainted ceramics make memorable and unique gifts for newlyweds. Shop now! WEDDING GIFT IDEAS We have a great range of options that make special Wedding Gifts for the happy couple, bridesmaids, groomsmen or as a memento of the special day. Browse all your options below! If part of the bridal party and looking for hen party activities for the bride to be, you may also be interested in seeing our creative Pottery Hen Parties at Crafty Monkey or a venue of your choice! Personalised Wedding Gifts Personalised Wedding Gifts hand painted by our in-house Artists. Order online today, pieces are made to order. Collect from store or delivered to you. Quick View Eucalyptus Leaf Wedding Plate From £55.00Sale Price Quick View Eucalyptus Wedding Plate From £55.00Sale Price Quick View Autumnal Flower Wedding Plate From £55.00Sale Price Quick View We paint it for you! Traditional Floral Wedding Plate Price £58.00 Quick View We paint it for you! Personalised Mr & Mrs Mugs - Wedding/Anniversary Gift From £36.00Sale Price Quick View We paint it for you! Botanical Wedding Plate From £55.00Sale Price Quick View We paint it for you! Sunflower Wedding Plate Price £60.00 Quick View We paint it for you! Heart Anniversary Plate From £28.00Sale Price Quick View We paint it for you! Floral Wedding Plate From £55.00Sale Price Quick View We paint it for you! Tropical Flower Wedding Plate From £55.00Sale Price Wedding Signature Plates Personalised signature wedding plates that can take pride of place on your wall instead of the traditional wedding guest book that gets put in a drawer and forgotten about! If you don't see a design you like, email us to discuss your specifications. Commission us to Hand Paint a Gift Looking for something different or even more personal to what we already offer? Commission our Artists to paint a design of your choice. email us to discuss your ideas. Paint Your Own Pottery Gifts 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 the Bride, Groom or if it's your wedding to your bridesmaids or best man. We have a great range of pieces including, dishes, plates, mugs, vases and more! Book a painting session below. Book Now

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Celebrate the season with a creative night out! Join our Sip & Paint Pottery Night at The Three Horseshoes, Graveley — festive fun, drinks, and pottery painting. Previous Next Sip & Paint at The Three Horseshoes, Graveley An evening of pottery painting at The Three Horseshoes — perfect Christmas night out with friends! No Current Dates Share Event with friends: Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Event Details Festive Fun at The Three Horseshoes Join us for a relaxed and festive Sip & Paint Pottery Night at The Three Horseshoes, Graveley. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a total beginner, this is your chance to unwind, get creative, and enjoy a great night out. Choose your pottery in advance, arrive at your selected time slot, and we’ll have everything ready for you — paints, brushes, and guidance if needed. Your masterpiece will be glazed and fired after the event, ready for collection around 2 weeks later either from the pub or from our studio.. Drinks available to purchase on the night. No experience needed — just good vibes and festive cheer. 🔖 Price £5 £5 Ticket Includes: Use of underglaze paints Clear Glazing & Kiln firing Either order a £20 package (includes pottery item) or purchase a ticket and choose from our Online Shop 🗓️ Date 📍 Location Three Horseshoes, 23 High St, Graveley, St. Neots PE19 6PL, UK What are you waiting for? Book your tickets now! Pottery Painting Ideas & Inspiration No Current Dates See The Three Horseshoes event page Or go ahead and book your space and order your pottery:to paint: Previous Next Follow our socials for updates and sneak peaks and/or subscribe to our newsletter to be in the know!

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