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Searching diy pottery painting near me? Crafty Monkey offers sessions & parties in studio or paint your own pottery at home kits. St Neots, Cambridge. Book online! Paint Your Own Pottery at Crafty Monkey Book Pottery Painting DIY Pottery Painting in St Neots Searching for pottery painting near me and live in Cambridgeshire or Bedfordshire? You’re in luck! Crafty Monkey is a ceramics studio based in the lovely market town of St Neots, nestled between Bedford and Cambridge. We welcome all ages and abilities. Whether a beginner with no art experience or a seasoned painter, our friendly team provides everything you need to enjoy this relaxing and therapeutic experience. Our studio is stocked with a huge variety of pottery to paint - from mugs and plates to baubles, figurines, and much more. Seen trending pottery painting ideas on TikTok or Instagram? Come get your art on at Crafty Monkey and try it for yourself! DIY Pottery painting at Crafty Monkey suits all ages and is great for: Fun days out with friends or family Unique birthday parties, hen dos etc Corporate team-building events Brownie groups Things to do in school holidays Creating personalised gifts & keepsakes We also run Sip & Paint nights, pottery classes, and themed events, and even sell pottery painting kits for those who want to paint at home or another venue. Price of pottery painting Pottery Painting Info Sip & Paint Pottery Nights Where Can I Paint Pottery Gift Vouchers & e Gift Cards Pottery Painting Kits Pottery Painting Groups & Parties Pottery Painting Ideas How Does it Work Pottery Care Instructions Frequently Asked Questions How Much Does Pottery Painting Cost? £4.50 studio fee + Price of Pottery Studio fee is per painter, it covers: Choice of 25 underglaze colours Use of brushes and writer pens Clear glazing Firing Select from: mugs bowls plates planters vases figurines Coasters plaques baubles & more. See pottery range & prices. How Does Pottery Painting Work? Book A Session Head to our booking page to Book a pottery painting session at our St Neots studio. We open 7 days a week and can accommodate individuals, couples, families, groups and parties. We also run Sip & Paint and event nights. Book a Session Choose An Item At your session choose from our vast selection of around 600 ready to paint pottery blanks. Figurines, coasters, mugs, bowls, plates, plaques, vases, money banks, planters, baubles & more!. Lots of choice for all ages. Pottery Range Paint Your Pottery Our friendly team will show you to your table set up with paints, brushes and what you need. Afer giving instructions, they'll leave you to get creative but are on hand to give you guidence should you need. Get ideas from our socials. Painting Ideas Pick Up Later Leave your painted ceramics to be glazed and kiln-fired. Allow 2 weeks or 3-5 days with our speedy service. Once ready we'll email you with a link to book a pick-up slot — or you can opt to have it posted for an extra fee. Book Pick-Up Pottery Painting Ideas & Inspo Head over to our Instagram feed to see what customers of all ages have painted, browse our Pinterest boards for design ideas or explore our blog to spark your imagination. Where can I paint pottery Where Can I Paint Pottery Near Me? Our St Neots studio Join us at our pottery studio in St Neots. We open 7 days a week and also hold sip and paint adult pottery painting evenings and event nights. Our party area accommodates group bookings, hen dos, and kids or adult parties. Book a Session At home Prefer to paint at your own pace? Our take-home paint your own pottery kits are ideal for relaxed DIY pottery painting sessions at home or anywhere. It's a great activity for family gatherings, parties, hen dos or team socials. Take out Kits At your venue Planning an event or workplace activity? Crafty Monkey offers a mobile pottery painting service. We visit local corporate groups, offices schools, or private venues. Minimum numbers and attendence fee applies. Enquiry Form Outside events We run pottery painting pop up's at other venues for seasonal workshops, community events, and creative nights out. Keep an eye on our socials and website to see where we’ll be next - or invite us to your pub, cafe, or venue! See Events More Pottery Painting Info Haven't found the information you're looking for? Head over to our FAQ's. Our Colour Palette Take a look at our range of vibrant underglaze paints. Pick your favourite colours to bring your pottery piece to life. They fire beautifully to a glossy, professional finish.

Get unique ideas for handmade housewarming, new home & personalised whole family gifts with hand-painted ceramics at Crafty Monkey Pottery Painting Studio, St Neots. New Home and Family Gifts: Text New Home & Family Gifts Housewarming Gifts & Gifts for Families Whether celebrating a friend’s first step onto the property ladder, looking for a unique housewarming present, wanting to capture your own family's growth or want a present the whole family can enjoy, there is nothing quite like a piece of personalised pottery. At Crafty Monkey, we help you create functional art, beautiful items that can be used every day but hold a lifetime of memories. Ways to Create Your Gift Visit the Studio: Book a table and enjoy a relaxing afternoon painting a gift for your loved ones. Paint at Home Kits: Order pottery online to paint at home. Commission Us : Tell us your vision, and our in-house artists will hand-paint a bespoke piece for you. Gift Vouchers : Buying for someone who is still unpacking? An e-gift card lets them choose their own pottery once the boxes are cleared! Unique Housewarming Gift Ideas Move away from the standard bottle of wine and give them something that will take pride of place in their new kitchen or hallway. Our most popular New Home commissions and projects include: Custom House Number Plaques : A hand-painted plaque to give a home instant kerb appeal. "Home Sweet Home" Planters: Perfect for a windowsill or a splash of colour in the lounge. The "First Night" Mugs: Personalised mugs featuring the moving date or the coordinates of their new front door. Coaster Sets : A practical gift, customised to match the new decor or decorate a coaster for each member of the family adding their names to each coaster. Personalised Family Keepsakes Family is at the heart of everything we do in our St Neots studio. Generational pieces make great presents for the whole family! The Family Handprint Tree : One of our most-loved projects! Every family member adds their handprint to a large platter, which you, or we can detail into a "Family Tree.". Extended Family : These make great gifts for grandparents, for milestone birthdays or anniversaries, where several generations of the wider family can be included on the one piece. Either their names, fingerprints, or as a family tree. Family Movie Night Bowls : Commission a big "The [Surname] Family" popcorn or snack bowl for family TV nights. Seasonal Family Platters: Whether it’s an Easter treat plate or a Christmas platter, these are the pieces the family will bring out year after year to celebrate their own traditions. Want us to Paint a Gift? Gift The Family Gift Togetherness with a Family Experience Finding one gift that satisfies everyone from a toddler to a teenager (and the parents, too!) is no easy feat. At Crafty Monkey, we believe the best family gift isn't something that sits on a shelf—it’s the time spent together. If you want to give a gift that the whole family can enjoy together, our Gift Cards or Vouchers are a great solution. Instead of more "stuff" entering the house, you are gifting a morning or afternoon of "unplugged" creative fun in our St Neots studio. Screen-Free Time : A chance for the whole family to put down their phones and engage in a tactile, shared activity. Something for Everyone : From the youngest painter to the most "un-artistic" adult, everyone finds something they love in our vast pottery range. Lasting Memories : The family doesn't just leave with a voucher; they leave with a set of handmade mugs, plates, or figurines that will remind them of that fun day out. Flexible Gifting : Our vouchers can be used for pottery painting sessions, build-a-bear, pottery classes, hand & footprint pottery or paint at home kits. Perfect for: Grandparents looking to treat the grandkids, "Group" housewarming gifts, or a "Thank You" present for a helpful family. Gift Cards & Vouchers Why Choose Pottery for a New Home Gift? Unlike mass-produced high-street decor, a piece from Crafty Monkey is: Unique : No two pieces are ever identical. Durable : Glazing and kiln-firing makes our ceramics food-safe and long-lasting. Sentimental : It carries the story of who made it and why. Paw Print Keepsakes Don't forget the furry member of the family! Create cute keepsakes with dog's paws. Pet Pawprints See Examples of New Home & Family Gifts Take a look through some of the beautiful pieces created right here in our St Neots studio either by customers or personalised gifts we've created. From bespoke house number plaques that add character to a new home to sentimental "Handprint Trees". Whether you want to DIY and paint your own personalised ceramics and need a design idea, or you’re looking for a professional commission to celebrate a friend’s new move, let these masterpieces spark your creativity. Book Pottery Painting

See Crafty Monkey's selection of accessories for pottery painting and crafting such as brushes, underglaze paints, foam clay, decoupage glue, sponges etc for your take out paint at home kits. Underglaze Pottery Paints & Accessories Choosing Your Paints etc for Take-Out Kits Browse our speciality underglaze paints for pottery, paint brushes and accessories below to complete your diy pottery painting kits. For glazed and kiln-fired pieces (included in the price), use our underglaze paints — specially formulated for firing. For display-only items, acrylic paints offer vibrant colour without needing the kiln. Items painted with acrylics are not foodsafe. We ONLY sell underglazes if also ordering pottery We can only fire if painted with our underglaze paints Not local? You can paint our pottery with acrylic paints Shop Paints, Brushes & More Sort by Beads for Hangers Kit Price £2.00 Add to basket Underglaze Pottery Paints Price From £1.50 Add to basket Printable Palettes For Pottery Painting Price £0.00 Add to basket Set Of Reeves Acrylic Paints Price £9.50 Add to basket 10 Piece Value Assorted Paint Brush Set Price £6.50 Add to basket 9 Piece Variety Set Of Textured Paint Brushes Price £7.00 Add to basket 10 Piece Set Of Round And Flat Paint Brushes Price £7.25 Add to basket 1.5 Inch Flat Brush Price £2.45 Add to basket 1 Inch Flat Brush Price £1.75 Add to basket 0.5 Inch Flat Brush Price £1.30 Add to basket Fine Liner Detail Artist Brush Price £1.60 Add to basket Writing And Detailing Pen Price £3.50 Add to basket 1 2 3

🎨Unique personalised ceramic gifts for weddings, birthdays etc! Order your customised bespoke hand-painted pottery for any occasion online. UK delivery available. Commissions: Image Hand-Painted Personalised Pottery Say it with pottery... Commission us to Paint Personalised Pottery Personalised hand painted pottery makes a great gift whatever the special occasion whether it be Wedding presents, Special Birthdays: 16th, 18th, 21st, 30th, 40th, 50th, 60th, 75th, 80th..., Christening gifts, Anniversary: Silver, Ruby, Gold, Graduation gift, Teacher gift,Valentines gift, Baby shower gift, New born baby gifts, Baby keepsakes, Christmas presents, Childrens gifts - you get the gist - the perfect gift for any occasion! Looking for personalised gift ideas that are unique and not available on the high street? Whether you’re searching for a gift to treasure forever or something truly unusual, explore our selection of hand-painted pottery gifts. These creative and bespoke pieces make the perfect personalised presents for any occasion. Hand-painted pottery is an ideal gift as it can feature custom birthday wishes, a heartfelt message, or even a design of your choosing. We specialise in creating unique gifts that your loved ones will cherish for a lifetime. Plus, we can deliver to mainland UK addresses for your convenience. At our studio, nearly any piece of pottery can be personalised—from the smallest tea cup to the largest platter. Whether you want a bespoke decorative piece with specific colours and designs, or a unique gift featuring a name, date of birth, or special message, we’re here to bring your vision to life. Wedding plates are especially popular and can be customised with your own design. To make it even more special, you can ask friends and family to sign the plate, platter, or another item with a special pen. After signing, simply bake it at home to seal the signatures permanently. If you’d like to commission a special piece, have seen something in our gift range, or want to paint your own pottery but need it delivered rather than collected, we can arrange packaging and postage. You can order personalised hand-painted pottery directly from our online shop or if you have a specific design in mind, feel free to call or email us to discuss your ideas and receive a custom quote. Visit Our Personalised Pottery Page Commissions: Text

🐣Make Easter extra special with pottery painting & making, creative workshops, and personalised Easter gift ideas at Crafty Monkey. Book your family session early! Easter Gifts & Family Activities Fun Easter Activities and Gift Ideas Hop into Easter at Crafty Monkey! Spring is in the air, the daffodils are out, and Easter is just around the corner! At Crafty Monkey, we’re here to help you move beyond the chocolate eggs and create lasting memories with our range of creative activities and unique gift ideas. Whether you’re looking to spend quality "unplugged" time with the family, entertain the kids during the school holidays, or find a special Easter present, we have something for every "bunny." Easter Activities The Easter holidays is a good time to get creative and our studio provides a place to bond with family and friends over the following activities: Pottery Painting Sessions: Choose from our seasonal "bisque" range, including adorable bunny figurines, chicks, eggs and more. Build a Bunny: A firm favourite for children! Come and make an Easter bunny or animal with our no-sew teddy making kits! Creative Workshops : Keep an eye on our schedule for specific Easter-themed workshops where children can learn new techniques. Pottery Classes: Get your hands dirty and try your hand at pottery making - an ancient art that's incredibly therapeutic! Easter Gift Ideas If you’re looking for a gift that won’t melt, a personalised piece of pottery is a fantastic alternative to sweets. Bespoke Commissions: Let our in-house artists paint a beautiful, custom Easter plate or keepsake for you. Baby’s First Easter Prints: We can turn hand and foot prints into Easter characters making keepsakes and gifts for close family members. Easter Take-Out Kits: Taking a trip away for the holidays? Our take-out kits are the perfect travel companion and allow you to paint at your own pace. Gift Vouchers: The gift of an experience is always in style. Treat someone to a session they can enjoy later in the spring. Scroll Our Easter Activities & Gift Ideas Paint Pottery at Home or Away with our Kits Bring the magic of the Crafty Monkey studio to your own kitchen table this Easter with our Pottery Painting Take-Out Kits . Perfect for: Keeping the kids entertained during the school holidays Family get togethers at home or away Creative "non-chocolate" Easter gift! People who want to take their time in painting their pottery Our kits allow you to paint at your own pace - no rush to drop back to be fired. Not local? You can paint our pieces with acrylic paints which we also sell. Paint Pottery at Home Kit Back Next See our Easter Pottery Book an Activity Get Ideas From Our Easter Blog Posts Top Easter Egg Painting Ideas & Creative Uses For Decorated Eggs Easter Activities -Sweet Alternatives to Chocolate Eggs

Say thank you to a top teacher with hand-painted pottery gifts from Crafty Monkey, St Neots. Explore individual collective class presents and experience vouchers. Persoanlised Teacher Gifts Say "Thank You" with Creativity Handmade Gifts for Teacher As the school year draws to a close, finding a meaningful way to show appreciation for a hardworking teacher or teaching assistant is top of many parents' to-do lists. At Crafty Monkey, we’ve been helping children of all ages,from pre-schoolers to secondary students, create beautiful, hand-painted "Thank You" gifts for years. A piece of personalised pottery isn't just a gift; it’s a lasting keepsake that stands out from the usual boxes of chocolates and "Best Teacher" candles. Crafty Monkey Gift Making Options Personalised Gift from the Heart Looking for something personal from your child? Our studio is packed with pottery "bisque" ready for a custom touch. Classroom Essentials: Personalised mugs for the staff-room tea break, or plant pots for their desk. Handprint Memories: For younger children, a handprint tile or plate is a sweet way to mark their time at preschool or a particular year group. Bespoke Designs : Let your child’s imagination run wild with a design that reflects their teacher's personality or favourite subject! Pottery Painting Info We Can Paint The Gift Our in house artists can hand-paint a bespoke gift for teacher that is truely personalised. These are popular as leaving presents to teachers but work equally as well as end of year gifts from the class!. From the Whole Class: including all the children’s names for a sleek, polished finish. We have designs that incorporate all the children's names and a special message - this saves time as you don't need to get everyone's fingerprints but they make just as special teacher gifts. From your Child: We also have a whole range of pottery such as mugs, coasters or trinket dishes which we can handpaint and personalise, making a thoughtful and unique teacher gift. Personalised Gifts Whole Class Group Gift Collective Gifts from the whole class are a cost-effective way for the entire class to contribute a small amount (often just a couple of pounds each) to create one meaningful present. Why choose a group gift? Budget-Friendly: Spreads the cost across the whole class. Reduces Waste: Saves the teacher from receiving multiple similar items, giving them one standout piece they will actually use. The Fingerprint Masterpiece : Get the children to add their colourful fingerprints to a platter, vase, plant pot or teapot, which we (or you) can turn into flowers, bees, balloons etc with hand-painted details. Pottery Range & Prices Give a Gift of Relaxation Teaching is rewarding but exhausting! After a long academic year, many teachers appreciate the chance to unwind. A Crafty Monkey Gift Voucher or E-Gift Card is a thoughtful way to gift them a relaxing "me-time" experience. They can visit us over the summer holidays to enjoy any of the following activities: Pottery Painting Sip n Paint Nights Event Nights Pottery Classes Or can be used for Baby Keepsake gifts Gift Vouchers & Gift Cards Book Session Online Book Session Online 🕒 Don't Forget the Firing Turnaround! To ensure your teacher’s gift is glazed, fired, and ready for the final day of school, please make sure all painting sessions or commissions are completed at least 14 days before the end of term. Need Inspiration? Read related blog posts for gift inspiration on personalised DIY end of term gifts for teachers. Best Teacher Gifts! What to get them! 1 2 3

Explore unique valentine's day ideas at Crafty Monkey! Create personalized pottery gifts or give experience vouchers. Perfect for loved ones! VALENTINES DAY GIFT IDEAS Love Themed Prints on Pottery Crafty Monkey's Gift Ideas for Valentines Day Pottery Painting Ideas for Valentines Gifts Love Themed Pottery to Paint Valentines Activity Ideas Valentine's Blog Posts Crafty Monkey Ways to Express Your Love Struggling to find a unique way to say 'Be my Valentine' and express your love this Valentine’s Day or looking for a unique gift for your partner that say's 'I love you'? High street windows might be brimming with chocolates, bubbly, and teddy bears, but let’s face it the options can feel a bit samey. Don't despair, we have several ways for you to express your love creatively this Valentines! Many gift ideas are adaptable for girlfriend, boyfriend or partner gifts, anniversary gifts, gifts that say 'I love you'. Our activity ideas are also adaptable to celebrate an anniversary or make fun date ideas! Valentine's Day Gift Ideas DIY Pottery Painting Book a pottery painting session and let your creativity shine – there’s something for everyone! See ideas & Inspiration below and remember to leave enough time for your item to be glazed and fired. We Can Paint You a Gift Not very arty or creative?, get us to paint a customised ceramic piece for you. Email us your ideas or look in our personalised pottery section of our online shop for ideas that we can adapt to suit. Valentine's Prints on Pottery Get baby to make your partner a special Valentine's keepsake iwth their hand and footprints on pottery! See our range of designs for ideas. Say it with a Gift Voucher If your partner in crime is a creative type and loves anything arts and crafts get them a gift voucher or eGift Card which they can use for a creative experience be it pottery painting or a pottery class. Paint Your Gift With Love Say it with Personalised Pottery Crafty Monkey believes the best gifts are the ones filled with your creativity, love, and personality. Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to take a blank piece of pottery and transform it into a heartfelt masterpiece! Customise Your Gift We’ve seen incredible ideas over the years. The beauty of pottery painting is you can personalise ceramics exactly how you want: 🎶Plates decorated with poetry or special song lyrics 👫His-and-hers mugs- or his and his, hers and hers and anything in between! 💋Forget handprint on pottery, paint and plant your lips all over pottery 🎨Caricature designs that capture your relationship’s fun side 😘Saucy tiles with a cheeky message or inside joke 💍Propose by painting 'Will you marry me?' in a bowl and serve dessert in it! Whether it’s a hand-painted mug, a personalised heart plaque, or a lip prints all over a trinket pot, we have plenty of options to inspire you. Scroll through our gallery and see our LOVE selection of pottery for pottery painting ideas. Pottery Painting Ideas for Valentines Day Gifts Book a Painting Session Pottery to Paint for Valentine’s Here's a few of the popular things people paint for valentines day gifts: Hanging heart plaques & heart shaped plates Heart-shaped tealight holders & oil burners Trinket pots & ornaments Not into hearts? No problem! From mugs and plates to quirky animals or hobby-themed pieces, there’s a world of possibilities waiting for your artistic touch. See our full range of pottery items in our online shop . Book your session today and make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable! 💕 Love Themed Pottery to Paint Quick View Three Heart Dish Quick View Heart Ornament Or Flat Tree Decoration Quick View Lovehearts Mug Quick View Standing Love Word Plaque Quick View Lovebirds Frame Quick View Mr & Mrs Gnome/Gonk Quick View Heart Oil Burner Quick View Heart Bowl Quick View Love Birds Dish Quick View Heart Plate 26cm Quick View Heart Plate 21cm Quick View Heart Cutout Tealight Holder Quick View Heart Vase Quick View Mum Word Plaque Quick View Heart Plate / Dish 16cm Quick View Flat Heart Shaped Tea Light Holder Quick View Long Hanging Heart With Wire Quick View Heart Message Frame Quick View Heart Mug 12oz Quick View Heart Trinket Pot Small Quick View Love Word Plaque Quick View Heart Love Word Plaque Quick View Heart Trinket Pot (Medium) Quick View Heart Trinket Pot (Large) Quick View Love Flower Vase Quick View Heart Plaque 18cm Quick View Chunky Hanging Heart Ornament Quick View Heart Hanger Quick View Hollow Hanging Heart Quick View Offset Heart Plaque Activity Ideas for Couples Looking for fun and meaningful ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day? We’ve got plenty of creative ideas to make it special. From cosy pottery painting sessions and hands-on pottery classes, to our themed Valentine’s event night or a relaxing paint-at-home pottery kit, These unique activities aren’t just for Valentine’s – they’re perfect for celebrating love all year round. Whether you're planning a romantic date night, marking an anniversary, or simply fancy doing something a bit different together. Book Now Pottery Painting Session Book a session to paint pottery on Valentines day itself? It’s a fun, romantic way to spend quality time together in a non-cheesy way, while creating memories (and keepsakes) that will last forever. Paint Pottery at Home Kits Not one's for a night out to celebrate Valentine's day? Enjoy a cosy night in with our pottery painting at home take out kits - it's a perfect Valentines activity. Or purchase as a gift for a creative partner. Pottery Making Class See if we have one of our beginner friendly pottery classes running on or around Valentines that you're interested in. Pottery making workshops are a great way to get creative together. Valentine's Event Night Want to have a night out to celebrate your love? Check out our Valentine's Sip and Paint Pottery Night where you can book a table. You could even paint each other a gift. Love Themed Prints on Pottery Valentine’s Baby Handprints & Footprints Capture the Love with Baby Prints on Pottery Our Valentine’s baby prints are a gorgeous way to mark the season of love. From heart‑themed handprints to sweet footprint designs, these keepsakes make thoughtful gifts for loved ones. Visit our Baby Print Shop for inspiration or book a session to create yours. Book a Baby Print Session Valentine's Ideas from the Blog Ideas to Celebrate Valentine's Day Creatively with Pottery Painting Get Ready to Paint the Town Red: Valentine’s Day Pottery Painting Inspiration Beyond Roses: Valentine’s Day Ideas for Couples and Friends 1 2

Find out about all our options for personalised birthday gifts! From a commission for us to create to paint your own pottery there are lots of options for special birthday gifts. Special Birthday Gifts: Text Personalised Birthday Gifts A Note on Timing Because the pottery needs to be glazed and fired in our kiln ensure you book your session or place your commission at least 2 weeks before the birthday to ensure it’s ready for the big celebrations! Say "Happy Birthday" with a One-of-a-Kind Pottery Gift Whether it’s a 1st, 18th, 21st, 40th, or a grand 80th, milestone birthdays deserve more than just a standard high-street card. At Crafty Monkey, we believe there is nothing lovelier than a beautiful, decorative piece that's been hand-painted and personalised specifically for the recipient. A custom piece of pottery isn't just a gift; it’s a commemorative keepsake that captures a moment in time. Birthday Gift Options We know everyone has a different level of "craftiness," so we offer three ways to get that perfect birthday gift: 1. Commission Us If art isn't your thing and you don't feel confident with a paintbrush, let us do the work! You can commission our talented in-house artists to paint a personalised design, name, and date on any piece you choose. Personalised Gift Shop 2. DIY Pottery Painting Want to add that "handmade with love" touch? Book a pottery painting session in our St Neots studio.You can choose the pottery item, the colours, and we can help with guidance. It’s a lovely way to spend an afternoon creating a gift for someone special. Book Pottery Painting 3. Gift an Experience Buying for someone who loves being creative? A Crafty Monkey Gift Voucher is the perfect choice. It allows them to book their own session whether it's painting, a pottery class or building a bear. Give the gift of creativity! Buy a Gift Voucher Cupcake Pots to Platters! We have one of the largest ranges of "bisque" (unpainted pottery) around. Something to suit all ages and personalities: Classic Milestones: Plates, platters, vases, and photo frames. Daily Favourites: Personalised mugs, teapots, and breakfast sets. Something Different : Whimsical cupcake trinket pot, money boxes, or even our popular gonks! Whatever their hobby or style, we have a piece of pottery that will be adored for years to come. Get The Kids to Paint! If the gift is for a family member like Grandma, get the kids to paint a piece. There's something so special about childrens drawings and artwork! 🎂 The 1st Birthday Plate Tradition Have you seen the 1st Birthday Plate tradition on your social feed? Trending Tiktoks and reels have brought lots of people to us to paint birthday plates, the most popular being for their baby's first birthday but other ages too. The idea is simple:: you create a plate for your child’s first birthday. This plate then becomes a "family heirloom" that is brought out every single year for their birthday cake. It’s a fab way to create a tradition. Read More: Want to know more? See Check out our Birthday Plate Tradition blog post and see some of the 1st birthday plates our customers have painted!

Enhance your home education curriculum with creative pottery painting, making and art workshops in St Neots. Group bookings available for clay building, painting & more. Home Education at Crafty Monkey Creative Learning for Home Ed Kids in St Neots At Crafty Monkey, we believe that Arts and Crafts are vital components in the enrichment of a child’s learning journey. Art isn't just a "hobby"—it’s a powerful tool for development. Whether it’s the tactile experience of clay building or the focus required for pottery painting, creative activities allow a child's imagination to run wild. Our studio provides a safe, inspiring space where Home Educated children can explore endless possibilities, build confidence, and develop a true sense of individuality. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing children's faces light up when they collect their glazed pottery. Our studio is generally quieter midweek in term-time so book your children in for a pottery painting session! Parents can paint too! Book Pottery Painting Why Include Art in Your Home Ed Curriculum? Creative play supports much more than just "pretty pictures." By joining us at the studio, children develop: Critical Thinking: Problem-solving through design and construction. Self-Expression: Finding a unique voice through colour and texture. Confidence: The pride of creating something functional from scratch. Fine Motor Skills : Precision work with brushes and clay tools. Social Connections: An opportunity to meet other home-educated children and forge new friendships in a relaxed environment. Bespoke Workshops for Home Ed Groups If you can get together a group of home-educated children from your local Home Education circle (minimum numbers apply), we can tailor make a workshop specifically for your group. These private workshops allow for a deeper dive into creative techniques, including: Pottery Painting Techniques : Learning about glazing, sponging, and detailing. Clay Building Projects : Hand-building unique structures from raw clay. Decoupage: Exploring the art of decorating surfaces with brightly coloured paper. Build a Bear: Making a teddy bear with our no-sew kits. Inspiration Gallery Take a look at our gallery below to see examples of the projects we've run for home-educated groups in our studio Get in Touch Interested in a group booking? Please get in touch with your group size and preferred dates, and we can design a creative programme that fits your learning goals. Email Us

Crafty Monkey can tailor pottery painting projects for your class or school or you can visit our pottery studio. Book us to visit your school today! School Projects & PTA Fundraisers Schools: Welcome Educational School Visits Crafty Monkey makes the perfect venue for educational visits or school outings or we can come into the schools and run workshops and projects. Not only do children of all ages find pottery painting a fun activity, it is also educational and a rewarding creative experience. There's all sorts of projects we can offer to suit any season, occassion or curriculum. We also offer good discounts to schools and community initiatives. We have run many workshops in local schools - 'Mother's Day Hearts', 'Father's Day Stars', 'Christmas Decorations' are all popular one's. We have also run tile mural projects. We can come into your school with all the necessary equipment and materials. Once painted we will glaze and fire the items at our studio and they will be ready in around 2-3 weeks.. We have also run build a bear workshops in several primary schools around the area that have proven popular. In addition, we have worked on many projects in conjunction with PTA's to raise money for schools while offering a fun and educational activity for the children that is curriculum friendly! Email us for further information. Mother's Day Hearts School Project.jpg rainforest school project.jpg tile mural olympics.jpg Mother's Day Hearts School Project.jpg 1/9 Enquire about School Projects Testimonials From Schools We invited Crafty Monkey to lead a series of pottery painting workshops at the Community Christmas Fair we held in our school. It was great to see so many of our children enjoying a craft activity alongside their mums, dads, uncles, aunties, friends and grandparents. Crafty Monkey staff were fantastically well-organised, friendly and helpful – feedback from our parents, children and staff was really positive. I am already booking a return visit as a post-SATs treat for our hard-working Year 6 pupils. Jo Phillips Head Teacher Wyton on the Hill Primary School