Specialty Clay Workshops
Studio Hands Inclay
We run hands-on clay workshops where you hand-build and paint your own pieces, choose your project, and take home a fired, food-safe creation—all materials and guidance included.
Pricing Guide
Tiny Claylings Miniature Workshop
Workshop Overview
- Duration: 3 hours of expert instruction on delicate modeling.
- Output: Create up to 5 miniature stoneware items (approx. 2-3 inches each).
- Themes: Ideal for animal figurines, food miniatures, jewelry charms, or fridge magnets.
Tools & Painting
- Equipment: Needle tools, shaping ribs, and brushes provided.
- Coloring: Full access to underglazes (ceramic paints) to color your pieces during the class.
- Attire: Studio aprons provided.
Firing & Finishing
- Glazing: Staff applies a clear glossy glaze to seal your painted work.
- Double Firing: Includes both Bisque (first bake) and Glaze (second bake) firings.
- Result: Food-safe, waterproof, and microwave-safe ceramics ready in 2-3 weeks.
Studio Experience
- Vibe: Terrace studio setting in Ghatkopar.
- Refreshments: Complimentary tea or coffee included.
Custom Hand-Building Pottery Session
Project Scope
- Concept: Bring your own idea (Pinterest reference) to life.
- Techniques: Learn Pinching, Coiling, and Slab-building (non-wheel methods).
- Output: Build 1 functional item (Mug, Bowl, Vase, or Planter up to 10 inches).
- Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours.
Materials & Tools
- Clay: Unlimited stoneware clay usage for the single project.
- Equipment: Canvas mats, rolling pins, cutting wires, and texture stamps provided.
Post-Production
- Staff Glazing: You pick a color from the studio stock, and staff applies it after the first firing.
- Kiln Process: Includes drying time and two rounds of high-temperature firing.
- Durability: Final pieces are microwave-safe and fully functional.
Guidance
- Instruction: Structural guidance to ensure your custom design survives the kiln.
- Setting: Relaxed terrace workspace with refreshments.
Advanced Nerikomi & Sgraffito Workshop
Specialized Techniques
- Module Choice: Covers either Nerikomi (Japanese pattern making with colored clay) OR Sgraffito (carving through slip layers).
- Duration: Intensive 3 to 3.5 hour masterclass.
- Skills: Learn layering, slicing, and advanced slab-building.
Premium Materials
- Colored Clay: Access to expensive pre-stained clay batches (Nerikomi) or contrasting slips (Sgraffito).
- Output: Hand-build 1 large, high-quality functional piece (designer plate, bowl, or intricate planter).
Professional Finishing
- Trimming: Professional refinement and smoothing by studio staff.
- Firing: Electric kiln firing (Bisque and Glaze) included.
- Safety: Finished with food-safe transparent glaze for daily use.
Experience
- Attention: Small batch size for detailed technical guidance.
- Hospitality: Tea/Coffee provided during the long session.
About Specialty Clay Workshops
Why I Do This
Making things with my hands has always been my happy place. These workshops are less about perfect pots and more about finding a little peace, getting your hands muddy, and letting your ideas flow. It’s like clay therapy - you get to switch off and just create.
What’s Different Here
Pottery isn’t just about spinning the wheel. I focus on hand-building pottery classes, where you shape whatever you imagine. Want a funky sculpture or something for your wall? This is your space to try it out.
Pick Your Clay Adventure
- Tiny Claylings: A playful 3-hour miniature clay art workshop. Make up to 5 tiny pieces - animals, food, charms - and paint them too. Great for solo fun or a quirky claydate. I’ll fire and glaze your creations so you can use them as keychains or keepsakes.
- Custom Projects: Got a Pinterest idea? Bring it! From clay murals to wind chimes or trinket dishes, we’ll build it together. You dream it, I’ll help you make it.
The Studio Vibe
It’s a chill spot with music, a nice view, and the sound of wind chimes. Most people are total beginners, so don’t stress. I’ll guide you step by step. All materials are included. After you’re done, I handle the firing and glazing - you get a finished, food-safe piece to take home.
Real Talk
Clay is forgiving. Don’t worry about mess or mistakes. Like I always say, paani aur mitti se darna nahi hai, daag acche hote hain (don’t fear water and mud, stains are good). Pottery, chai aur baarish - that’s the vibe.
Meet your Expert
Studio Hands inClay
33 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, I'm Aparnaa, Chief Clay Officer at Studio Hands inClay. I started this studio because clay felt like magic to me - it’s honest, messy, and somehow healing. Our balcony studio isn’t just about making pots, it’s about making memories. Whether it’s couples on a first date, families, or friends, I love watching folks shape more than just clay here. That’s what keeps me going.
My Work
Pottery Workshops for All - From wheel pottery for beginners to Sgraffito art and Japanese Nerikomi technique, we offer fun, hands-on sessions for everyone.
Chill, Cozy Studio Vibe - Not your usual art class! It’s a relaxed space to unwind, with music, chai, and lots of laughs. Messy hands, happy hearts.
No Experience Needed - Never touched clay? No problem. Just bring an open mind - paani aur mitti se darna nahi hai (don’t fear water and mud)!
Take Home Your Creation - Leave with a hand-built ceramic keepsake, fired and glazed, ready to use or gift. Your story, baked in clay.