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The Clay Co-op Community ceramics studio in St. Pete, FL. Offering memberships, classes, workshops, firing services, and clay supplies. Our classes are for all levels.
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We are a full service ceramic studio with both memberships and classes available. We offer 27/7 access to our members with full use of the studio and a gallery to feature their work. Members get discounts on clay and firings. We can arrange them around your avaiablity and skill level. Studio is available for private parties. Call 727-321-2071 for more information.

5 week beginner wheel workshop: Mug-nificant DesignJoin us for this special 2-part, 5-week workshop dedicated to making ...
10/12/2026

5 week beginner wheel workshop: Mug-nificant Design

Join us for this special 2-part, 5-week workshop dedicated to making and decorating wheel-thrown mugs. This course guides students step-by-step through the process of throwing cylinders, refining forms, attaching handles, and exploring a variety of surface design techniques to personalize their work.

Part 1: Throwing & Assembling Mugs

Students will learn the fundamentals of creating mugs on the wheel, including centering, shaping, trimming, and handle attachment. Whether you’re new to the wheel or looking to strengthen your skills, personalized instruction will help you build confidence and create a finished mug from start to finish.

Part 2: Surface Decoration

The second half of the workshop focuses on bringing your mugs to life through surface decoration. Participants will explore techniques including sgraffito, mishima, underglaze painting, slip trailing, texture building, and wax-resist glazing, giving you the opportunity to experiment and develop your own unique style.

Skill Level: No experience needed! This workshop is suitable for beginner to intermediate level potters.

What’s Included?
- All firings during the course
- Storage for all you pieces
- Any tools you could need
- Open studio access to come in and play outside of class - 7 days a week!

Check out the link in our bio to sign up!

6-Week Beginner Wheel WorkshopOctober 19 - November 23Mondays | 6-9PMOver the course of this workshop, you’ll learn how ...
10/08/2026

6-Week Beginner Wheel Workshop
October 19 - November 23
Mondays | 6-9PM

Over the course of this workshop, you’ll learn how to craft your own functional pottery from start to finish. Bella leads this comprehensive workshop covering everything from clay preparation to shaping pots. Whether you’re a complete novice or need a refresher, this course sets you on the path to confidently create ceramics on the wheel. Who knows, you might find yourself so enamored that you join our Co-op!

Students will learn about the stages that clay goes through—from wet, to leather-hard, to bone-dry—and about the hand tools used for trimming and creating texture on pots.

Skill Level: This workshop is ideal for folks with zero experience to those who’ve had a few lessons but need a refresher to improve their technique.

What’s included if your class fee??

• 6, 3 hour instructional sessions!
• Open studio access outside of class!
• Tools ⚒️
• All firings 🔥
• Storage 📦

10/07/2026

Join us this fall in one of our upcoming workshops or as a member!

Upcoming workshops…

• Beginner Wheel: October 19th - November 23rd
6 Weeks | Mondays | 6-9pm

• Mugnificant Design: October 20th - November 17th
5 weeks | Tuesdays | 6-9pm

• lntermediate Wheel: November 8th - December 13th
6 Weeks | Sundays | 10am - 1pm

What’s included???
• tools
• firings
• 7 days a week open studio access!

Find out more at the link in our bio!

10/06/2026

Working hard or hardly workin?

10/02/2026

The studio is officially haunted!

So many adorable lanterns came out the kiln the other day from our haunted lantern class!
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Check out everything we’ve got going on this October!Friday night is our skeleton wind chimes class! You can start spook...
10/01/2026

Check out everything we’ve got going on this October!

Friday night is our skeleton wind chimes class! You can start spooky season out strong with this fun 2 hour class! And it’s BYOB so bring your buddies and lets have a very fun autumn evening ☠️

The Warehouse Arts District Association (WADA) Second Saturday Art Walk will be extra exciting as we will be having our annual Halloween party AND opening reception for our newest gallery exhibition.

Our next round of 6 week beginner wheel begins October 19th and runs until November 23rd.

Course Description:

Over the course of this workshop, you’ll learn how to craft your own functional pottery from start to finish. Emily leads this comprehensive workshop covering everything from clay preparation to shaping pots. Whether you’re a complete novice or need a refresher, this course sets you on the path to confidently create ceramics on the wheel. Who knows, you might find yourself so enamored that you join our Co-op!

Students will learn about the stages that clay goes through—from wet, to leather-hard, to bone-dry—and about the hand tools used for trimming and creating texture on pots.

Skill Level: This workshop is ideal for folks with zero experience to those who’ve had a few lessons but need a refresher to improve their technique.

If you’re looking for a workshop where you can make all of your holiday gifts mug-nificant design is the one for you!

Course details:
Join us for this special 2-part, 5-week workshop dedicated to making and decorating wheel-thrown mugs. This course guides students step-by-step through the process of throwing cylinders, refining forms, attaching handles, and exploring a variety of surface design techniques to personalize their work.

Part 1: Throwing & Assembling Mugs

Students will learn the fundamentals of creating mugs on the wheel, including centering, shaping, trimming, and handle attachment. Whether you’re new to the wheel or looking to strengthen your skills, personalized instruction will help you build confidence and create a finished mug from start to finish.

Part 2: Surface Decoration

The second half of the workshop focuses on bringing your mugs to life through surface decoration. Participants will expl

09/30/2026

So.. smash or pass?
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Come create with no expectations - embrace imperfection in this 2.5-hour candelabra-making class! Your instructor, Liv, ...
09/29/2026

Come create with no expectations - embrace imperfection in this 2.5-hour candelabra-making class! Your instructor, Liv, will guide you through creating beautiful organic candlestick holders that are sure to add a bright, unique touch to any part of your home. This class is perfect for total beginners or experienced potters looking to let go of the need for perfection.

No experience necessary — all skill levels welcome.
Come play with clay and create your own candelabra masterpiece!

09/23/2026

Every pottery wheel is a little different…🏺

Address

2724 6th Avenue S
Saint Petersburg, FL
33712

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(727) 321-2071

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