After all of these lockdowns it’s easy to feel isolated and starved of face to face human connection.

I want to be able to provide others with the opportunity to connect with people they wouldn’t normally be able to connect with, have fun while not scrolling their phones and to take a mental health break from life in general even if it’s just for a few hours. For me, offering workshops is all about the connection with others. Of course you’re learning new skills and being creative which I absolutely love, but I get the most enjoyment out of seeing you guys have a blast and take some time for you. I’ve got some fun hand building workshops coming up in September suitable for complete beginners so if you’ve been thinking about taking a class, this is your sign!

So I bet you’re thinking, “What the heck is throwing off the hump?” Well, it’s a Japanese method of making pots on the pottery wheel from a large mound of clay. This method of throwing differs from the western style of throwing where we measure out our balls of clay and throw directly onto the wheel. Throwing off the hump offers a chance to be a little more experimental with our forms and allows us to make multiple pieces from the same mound of clay.

So, here we are in May already and Mother’s Day is upon us! If your mum is one of those people who has everything already and you’ve been scratching your head thinking, “what the heck can I get mum this year??” why not book her in for a hand building workshop experience? You could even book a spot for yourself as well! Its a fun way to spend some quality time with mum and you’ll have something special to remember the experience. What a great gift to give your mum!