Hands deep in wet clay, with mud spattered mess, there’s no doubt that pottery is a mucky activity. Even though aprons are provided, you’ll be getting grubby, so you’ll want to dress for the mess for your first pottery class.
What should you wear to a pottery class?
- Dress for the mess: Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty (aprons provided).
- No whites, they’re easier to stain with red clay, but easy to wash out of other colours.
- Skirts can be a tricky on the wheel, so opt for trousers/shorts/leggings.
- Remove jewellery and watches on your hands or wrists. Leave them in your bag or pockets so you don’t forget them.
- Closed toe shoes that are easy to wipe are best.
- Layer up in the winter, it’s a workshop not a restaurant, while the kilns often keep it warm, on the coldest days, it’s those layers that will keep you warm.
- Short nails are recommended. Longer nails will dig into the clay while throwing on the wheel, which, while still possible to throw a good pot, it will give a less comfortable experience.
- If you have long hair, you’ll want to tie it up for working on the wheel.
- Last but not least, wear a smile, as you’ll enjoy yourself even more coming in with some positive energy.
