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- Sip & Paint Pottery Night Group Booking
Planning a night out for a group of friends, colleagues or family? Book our party area at Crafty Monkey Studio's Sip & Paint Pottery Night for a social evening of creativity together. Perfect for birthdays, club nights, work socials or just doing something a bit different. Keep an eye out for our themed events such as Taylor Swift Night, Cowgirl Rodeo, Wear it Pink and Mamma Mia Pottery Party. Bring your own drinks and glasses (wine, fizz, G&T, whatever you're into) and enjoy a relaxed, creative evening with background music and great company. No experience needed, full instructions given. How much does pottery painting cost? • Studio fee: £4.50 per painter, plus your chosen pottery piece (most items £10 to £20, from £5) • £50 deposit at booking (deducted from your total, non-refundable but date changes possible with notice) DETAILS • Runs from your booked slot until 9:15pm • Party table seats up to 12 adults, more can be accommodated across the studio • Glazed and fired ceramics ready in around 2 weeks (speedy firing available) • Designed for adults, though over 12s are welcome Book your group's social night out online today.
- Pottery Painting Hen Party
Skip the sash and go for something the whole hen party will remember for the right reasons. Pottery painting is a brilliant hen party activity, relaxed, sociable and great for mixed ages or guests who aren't into the usual hen night antics. Even the self declared "not arty" ones end up loving it. Crafty Monkey Studio is based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, in easy reach of Cambridge and Bedford, with lovely afternoon tea spots and eateries nearby if you decide to make a full day of it. BOOKING INFO • Minimum group size is 7, smaller hen party? Just book a regular pottery painting session • Party area seats up to 12 (extra guests seated in our studio area), bigger groups ask about after hours bookings • 2 hour session (this includes time to choose your pottery and receive instructions) • Studio fee: £4.50 per painter, plus the price of each piece chosen • £50 non-refundable deposit to secure your date (deducted from your total on the day, reschedules possible with notice, see terms) • You're welcome to BYOB if you're in the party area (bring your own cups), soft drinks available from the studio, no other food or drink please OPTIONAL EXTRA Bride's Keepsake Plate, a commemorative ceramic plate featuring the bride's and all the hens' fingerprints. We or you can personalise it to your specification, a proper keepsake of the day. When will our pottery be ready? Your ceramics are ready to collect in around 2 weeks (speedy 3 to 5 day firing) or postal delivery available for a fee. Got a bigger group or a special request? Email hello@mycraftymonkey.com
- Sip & Paint Pottery Night
Fancy a proper relaxing evening out? Our Sip & Paint Pottery Nights at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots are the ultimate laid back night out, whether that's with friends, a date, or flying solo for some well earned self care. Also keep an eye out for our themed nights, past favourites include Mamma Mia, Cowgirl Rodeo and Taylor Swift Night. Pick your ceramic piece, choose your colours, and let the evening unwind while you paint. BYOB is very much encouraged, wine, prosecco, a cheeky G&T, whatever you fancy, just bring drinking vessels (soft drinks available from the studio). How much does pottery painting cost? • Studio fee: £4.50 per painter, plus your chosen pottery piece (from £5, most items £10 to £20) SESSION DETAILS • Runs from your booked time until 9:15pm • Background music, good company, zero pressure, this isn't a class, just a social painting night • Ages: adults, though over 12s are welcome GROUPS: 7+ people? Book our party table. When will my pottery be ready? Painted ceramics are glazed and kiln fired, ready to collect in around 2 weeks (speedy firing available). Book your alternative social night out online and get your paint on!
- Christmas Tree Lantern Pottery Class
Make a beautiful ceramic Christmas tree lantern to light up your home this festive season, in this hands-on festive pottery class at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots. Whether you're after a fun creative afternoon or a handmade gift, this class suits beginners and seasoned crafters alike. What's included in this pottery class? • Clay, tools and materials • Guided instruction throughout • Learn the slab building technique step by step • Shape your lantern and decorate it with stamps, carvings and textures • Once built, you can use our underglazes to paint your make during the same session • Relax and enjoy a small, friendly group so everyone gets support when they need it Is glazing and firing included in pottery classes? Yes, after making and painting, you will leave your make with us. After the drying period we clear glaze and kiln fire it for you. When will my pottery be ready? After drying and firing at our studio, allow 4 to 5 weeks before it's ready to brighten up your home or wrap up as a gift. Book your spot online in advance, our festive pottery classes get booked up fast in the run up to Christmas.
- Highland Cow Pottery Class
Searching for a Highland cow pottery workshop near me? Come and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of working with clay and learn basic hand building pottery techniques while sculpting your very own Highland cow (or Highland Coo as the locals would say!) at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots. This fun, hands-on class will teach you how to bring these majestic creatures to life in ceramics. What can I expect from a pottery class at Crafty Monkey Studio? • Clay, tools and materials included • Step by step guidance, from sculpting your Highland cow to adding intricate details with pottery tools • Make and paint with our underglazes in the same session • After fully dry, we clear glaze and kiln fire your make • A relaxed, friendly atmosphere with small group sizes so everyone gets the support they need What pottery techniques will I learn in this class? Wedging, the pinch pot method, slip and scoring, sculpting, and how to use pottery tools to add texture and pattern, plus tips for painting and glazing your finished piece. Are Highland cow pottery workshops suitable for beginners? Whether you're a complete beginner or have some pottery experience, our workshops are designed to accommodate and inspire everyone. If you like being creative or fancy trying a new craft, come and dabble in the world of ceramics with us. Is this an adults pottery class? While we get mainly adults on this workshop, ages 8 and over can attend (under 10s need a paying, participating adult with them). When will my pottery cow be ready? Once fired, please allow 4 to 5 weeks before your Highland cow is ready to display at home. Spaces are limited, so book your spot online in advance.
- Taylor Swift Pottery Class
Calling all Swifties! Join us at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots, for a special pottery class where you can design, create and paint your own Taylor Swift inspired trinket dish or hanger from clay. This beginner friendly workshop is perfect for fans who love combining their passion for Taylor Swift with a creative, hands-on activity. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this class is for you. Who is this pottery class for? Any Swiftie, young or old. Young fans need to be aged 8 or above and will need to stay for the whole class due to limited spaces. What does this pottery class include? • All materials included, clay, tools and cutters, just bring your creativity and love for Taylor Swift • Guided instruction on shaping and decorating your trinket dish or hanger, with tips to make your design pop • Paint your piece with our underglazes during the session, adding your favourite lyrics, symbols or album art to make it uniquely yours • A fun, social class meeting fellow Swifties When will my pottery be ready? Once we've fired your piece, please allow 4 to 5 weeks before you can collect your keepsake trinket dish or hanger. Book your spot online.
- Intro to Hand Building Pottery Class
Fancy the therapeutic benefits of getting your hands on clay but don't know where to start? Our hand building taster lesson at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots is the perfect introduction to the world of ceramics. Designed specifically for beginners, this hands-on class teaches the foundational techniques, pinching, coiling and slab building, that turn a simple lump of clay into a piece you'll actually use. Everyone starts with the same core techniques, but you choose the personality of your project. Our team will guide you step by step to help you get there, whatever you fancy making. What can I make on this pottery class? • A quirky pot head planter • An animal planter, from elephants to cats • A botanical pot or dish using our stamps and cutters • A mug or jug for your morning coffee • A tealight lantern • Our popular boob pot, a cheeky, body positive planter • A plaque to hang in your house or for your front door • A dish for your trinkets What's included in this pottery class? • Clay, pottery tools and stamps • Step by step guidance throughout, including the score and slip method • Use of our underglaze paints to decorate and personalise your piece • Clear glazing and kiln firing of your piece once it's fully dried • Small groups of around 8, so you get the help you need Is this pottery class for adults? Adults and children aged 8 and over may attend. Under 10s need accompanying by a participating adult. If booking for children, please be aware some people in the class may be making boob pots. When will my pottery be ready? Please allow 4 to 5 weeks for your piece to dry and go through the kiln, we'll email you once it's ready to collect. Book your spot online in advance, at our Crafty Monkey Studio in St Neots.
- Pumpkin Pottery Class
While reaping the therapeutic benefits of working with clay you'll learn basic hand building pottery techniques to sculpt clay into a unique pumpkin at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some pottery experience, this ceramics workshop is designed to accommodate and inspire everyone. What's included in this pottery class? • Clay, tools and materials • Step by step guidance from our friendly instructors • Learn the pinch pot technique, perfect for beginners and experienced potters alike • Shape and mould your own ceramic pumpkin, ideal for autumn decor or as a handmade gift • Add your personal touch with textures, carvings and glazes • Glazing and kiln firing When will my pottery be ready? Once fired, allow 4 to 5 weeks before your handmade pumpkin is ready to collect. If you're after a creative, seasonal activity, come and explore the world of ceramics with us. Spaces are limited, so book your spot online in advance.
- Slab Pot Pottery Class
Take part in our fun, creative slab pot hand building pottery class at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots, where you'll learn pottery techniques and sculpt a versatile pot that can be functional or decorative. We'll guide you step by step through the basics, from kneading and rolling out clay to shaping and joining pieces using the slab building method. You'll have the freedom to customise your pot with textures, carvings, stamps and colours. What can I make at this pottery class? • An animal planter, add ears, tails and paws for a quirky character • A slab pot mug or jug, add a handle and texture for the ultimate coffee cup • A decorative lantern, using cut out techniques for a glowing tealight holder • A pot head planter, add eyes, ears, a nose and even glasses • Our popular boob pot, a body positive planter for your succulents • A botanical pot or lantern, using our stamps and cutters, or bring your own dried flowers to press into the clay • A classic pot, perfect for pens, toothbrushes or a stylish desk tidy Is glazing and firing included in this pottery class? Yes, after making and painting, you will leave your make with us. After the drying period we clear glaze and kiln fire it for you. Who is this pottery class for? Whether you're a complete beginner or have some pottery experience, this class is designed to accommodate and inspire everyone. Perfect for adults and creative kids aged 8 and over (under 10s need a paying, participating adult with them). When will my pottery be ready? After drying and firing at our studio, allow 4 to 5 weeks before it's ready to collect. Enter the world of ceramics at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots and book your spot.
- Monstera Leaf Pottery Class
Join us at Crafty Monkey Studio, St Neots, for a pottery class that combines nature and artistry in a fun, relaxed setting. Perfect for plant lovers and creative spirits, you'll learn how to create a handcrafted Monstera leaf dish from clay that brings a touch of tropical style to your home. What's included in this pottery class? • Clay, tools and glazes • Step by step guidance from our instructors, from shaping your dish to adding details • Paint your creation during the same session • Small group, so you get individual attention Who is this pottery class for? Adults, but suitable for ages 8 and over (under 10s need a paying, participating adult with them). When will my pottery be ready? After glazing and firing, allow 3 to 5 weeks before your dish is ready to use, display or gift. Spaces are limited, so book your spot online in advance.










