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Celebrate summer with this handbuilding pottery workshop in Edinburgh and create your very own tapas set—three gorgeous pieces designed for long evenings, good company, and enjoying the season together.
You'll learn hands-on techniques from a friendly, qualified instructor, discovering the satisfying art of pinching, coiling, and slab building as you shape each piece. Whether you're picking this up for the first time or you've worked with clay before, the low-pressure atmosphere means you'll feel confident experimenting and creating at your own pace.
Your set comes to life piece by piece: a small bowl perfect for olives or nuts, a larger one for chips, and a stylish dish that brings it all together. Once the forms are shaped, it's time to add personality. You'll explore decorative techniques (textures, patterns, even a selection of colored slips) to capture the essence of summer and make each piece entirely, unmistakably yours. By the end of the session, you'll have created something functional and one-of-a-kind that's ready to impress.
After the workshop, your pieces stay behind to dry, glaze, and fire to a food-safe finish. A few weeks later, your custom tapas set will be ready to collect... just in time to host those summer gatherings you've been planning.
