At The Mudd House, we offer a handful of specialty workshops that include clay foraging, large-scale throwing, handbuilding workshops, glazing techniques & more.
Workshops & special events include all materials and instruction.
Workshops
multi-week courses
Wheel Throwing
Figure Sculpting – Bodices & Busts
Workshop
Join us for a hands-on, 3-hour figure sculpting class open to all experience levels. You'll learn the fundamentals of sculpting bodices and busts in clay, exploring form, proportion, and detail in a supportive and creative environment. Whether you're brand new or looking to refine your skills, this class is a great opportunity to dive into the art of the human figure.
AGES 16+ | All skill levels welcome | $160 per person | 3 Hours
Saturday, March 14th | 2pm
Paint-An-Egg tray!
Sunday March 22nd, 29th & April 5th at 2pm
Hop into spring with a fun and creative Paint-a-Ceramic Egg Crate workshop at The Mudd House! Customize your own adorable ceramic egg tray with vibrant glazes—perfect for holding farm-fresh eggs, trinkets, or just adding a touch of handmade charm to your kitchen. We'll fire your masterpiece, and it’ll be ready for pickup in 1 week. No experience needed, just bring your creativity! Let’s get crackin’! 🥚🎨
$85 per person | 90 mins | 8 person limit
All Ages
In this hands-on workshop, we create ceramic charcuterie boards designed for gathering, sharing, and slowing down. Each board is hand-built with intention, allowing texture, shape, and natural edges to guide the process. Both functional and sculptural, these pieces are made to hold food, conversation, and connection. Finished with food-safe glazes, every board is one-of-a-kind—bringing warmth, beauty, and ritual to the table.
$85 per person | 90 mins | 8 person limit
AGES 16+
Charcuterie Board workshop
Saturday | March 28th & April 18th | 3pm
to-go mug painting
In this paint-your-own workshop, you’ll customize a ceramic travel mug- one of today’s most-loved, everyday essentials. Choose from a curated palette of glazes and make it uniquely yours with patterns, words, or playful designs. Both functional and stylish, these mugs are made for daily rituals on the go. Finished and kiln-fired, each piece becomes a one-of-a-kind travel companion you’ll reach for every day.
$75 per person | 90 mins | 10 person limit
AGES 16+
Saturday | April 4th | 3pm
Sculpt a sconce!
Join us for this fun and interactive workshop where we will be making hand-built ceramic wall sconces- made to hold a glowing tea light or tiny treasures. Shaped slowly by hand, each piece blends function with sculptural beauty, inviting texture, play, and organic form. Designed to live on the wall as a vessel for light, ritual, or meaningful objects, every sconce is one-of-a-kind, bringing warmth, intention, and a little magic into your space.
Saturday | April 11th | 2pm
$100 per person | 90 mins | 8 person limit
AGES 16+
Join us for this 2-week intermediate class where you will learn coil techniques for hand-building a vessels with more height, faster. You will be adding botanical elements such as leaves, vines, petals. You will learn to develop organic textures inspired by nature, emphasizing the artist’s touch. This class includes a free glazing session when your creation has been fired, for you to schedule at your convenience.
botanical sculptures
Sunday’s | April 19th & 26th | 10am
$300 per person | Two 3-Hour Sessions | 6 person limit
AGES 16+
HANDBUILDING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Join us for an evening of handmade linocut printmaking in Leucadia! Over the course of 2 hours, Jenna of Sand & Spur will instruct you on how to design and craft your own 5x7 linocut stamp while enjoying the outside air in our blooming yard. We will provide all the materials you will need to carve, ink and press your own unique design onto pottery of your choice. This fun, hands-on event is perfect for all skill levels, whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking for a new experience.
Custom Linocut Printing on Pottery
Saturday | April 25th | 3pm
$120 per person | 2 hours | 20 person limit
AGES 16+
In this handbuilding workshop, you’ll create your very own ceramic travel mug from slab to sip. Learn foundational techniques to shape and assemble a fully functional mug designed for life on the go. Personalize your piece with carved details, textures, stamps, or meaningful words to make it uniquely yours. Both practical and beautifully handmade, your finished mug will be glazed and kiln-fired & ready to become your new favorite daily ritual companion.
Build your own:
To-go Mugs
Saturday | May 2nd | 3pm
$100 per person | 2 Hours | 8 person limit
AGES 16+
MOTHER’S DAY PETALS & PLATTERS
May 9th & 10th | 10am
Celebrate Mother's Day in a truly memorable manner! Join us for a special event: Handbuilt Platters Workshop, adorned with pressed flowers. Spend 2 hours bonding with your mom while creating unique, one-of-a-kind pieces together. Don't miss this special opportunity to craft lasting memories with your mom. Reserve your spot now!
(Please make a reservation for each attendee).
Price: $100 Per Person | 2 Hours | ALL AGES
MOTHER’S DAY
Vase Making
Celebrate Mother’s Day in a special way with our Handbuilt Vase Workshop! Join us for a special 2-hour class designed for moms and their loved ones to slow down, get creative, and make something beautiful together. You’ll handbuild a one-of-a-kind ceramic vase while sharing laughs, conversation, and quality time side by side. No experience needed—just come ready to create and connect.
(Please make a reservation for each attendee).
Price: $100 Per Person | 2 Hours | ALL AGES
May 9th & 10th | 2pm
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