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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
Seasoned instructors and most specific and detailed instructions and guidance. You are guaranteed to learn and to make beautiful tableware in our classes.
In this series of three classes, you'll learn wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing basic cylinders. The classes are relaxed and perfect for beginners - you won't feel rushed at all.
You'll get detailed demonstrations, and lots of feedback wherever you need it; the classes are deliberately kept small so that you get enough attention from the teacher.
The finished (fired) pottery you make will be yours to keep. You'll create cylindrical ceramics, which could be any of the following (or even something different - let your imagination run wild!):
Bowls and plates
Mugs and cups
Stationary/cutlery holders
Planters or vases
Food bowl for your pet
Candle holder
Most students will create three different objects. Will yours be elegant? A bit crazy? Clever? Exploring themes from your childhood or your travels? Something unexpected? We can't wait to see what you'll make.
Each class is two hours long, and you'll enjoy one class per week, for three weeks - this allows enough time for drying and firing your pieces in between the classes. Note that you must attend the same time slot for the subsequent two weeks. E.g. if your first class is on 1st Jan, your second must be on 8th Jan, and your third must be 15th Jan. This is is because the students you'll be learning with in each workshop will all be at the same learning stage as you. $210 covers all three classes in the series.
Convenient free two-hour street parking on Hayberry Street and in Woolworths across the street from the studio.
We look forward to welcoming you!
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Silky Shapes Studio is a beautiful light-filled creative space for learning and practising pottery and ceramics.
We provide regular pottery classes for beginners and experienced potters.
We offer a variety of masterclasses that will help you to hone your skills and knowledge in ceramics.
We also host pottery corporate events, hens, birthdays and private celebrations at our venue.
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Spin and sculpt your own ceramics with Yegana Jafarova at Silky Shapes studio. These pottery classes won’t just teach you techniques, but life lessons too!
This was my first course/introduction into wheel throwing and had alot of fun! Yegana was very knowledgeable and helpful during the classes. You're able to make and glaze a few pieces over the 3 classes. Had a great time!
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Thank you so much Paula! Hope you enjoying the pots and hope you come back and make more! Thank you! Yegana
The teacher was fantastic and very patient. A beautiful studio with all the materials you need. I learnt to make a cup from kneeding the clay, using the wheel, finishing and glazing. I am going to continue on with pottery at this studio.
Paul Martin•
Mar 2022
Good introduction to creating pottery using the wheel, trimming and application of glazes. Teacher was attentive and helpful without taking over the process.
Beatrice Upton-Oettel•
Mar 2022
Helpful and friendly, helped if you needed it but not overbearing. Super nice! Made the class even more enjoyable
The class was comprehensive and the teacher very helpful and supportive. The venue is not air conditioned so was hot and noisy due to traffic sounds from the opened window that together with need to wear masks due to COVID made listening difficult
Shaun Madden•
Feb 2022
2 ClassBento workshops attended
I did the class with my wife.
The teacher was very good, very clear in her explanation, patient and helpful.
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The venue was clean and comfortable
Patient teacher with good instruction. Great class and the perfect amount of stress free time out with some inner creativity expression. Looking forward to doing some further classes.
Loved it. Lots of fun. Made some great stuff and met some nice people. The studio is relaxed with lots of like minded people.
Linda Barton•
Jun 2021
Great value for money. Got straight into it without unnecessary details. I'm often frustrated with the slow pace of beginners classes but this one was perfect.
Wonderful gift for my husband and myself. Great teacher and so patient and helpful. we had so much fun.
Robyn Swan•
Jan 2020
The teacher was so good she explained what I needed to do went away left me to try and then returned at the right time to show me more or correct my mistakes she was friendly calm and explained the process very clearly I felt very comfortable with her explanation.
It was a gift from my daughter and I feel I want to learn more about the process of pottery.
The room was cool and calm nice people going about the pottery process.
Melanie Lindenberg•
Apr 2019
Excellent teacher with a great set up. Very well organised and felt very real but a lot of fun. Very professional class.
Elf Yang•
Apr 2019
Our teacher is quite friendly and patient! Always remind me put down ur elbows hahahahha. And the venue is good as well. Not a big place but be very organised. The first class to make three bowl like potteries, for me is not easy but is a great beginning!
Emily Crews•
Apr 2019
The teacher was very patient, accommodating and encouraging. The space was relaxed and had the right tools which meant we were able to focus on getting into the actual pottery lesson. I'd definitely recommend to other friends and am looking forward to continuing on with my bowl making!
Jemma Woods•
Mar 2019
Yegana is lovely, patient and helpful. She provided slow and easy to understand instructions.
I loved being able to use my hands to create something!
It has been really fun, working with the clay was not my second nature but thr teacher has been extremly patient. The venue is a walking distance from home, spacious and relaxing. I am looking forward to next two classes and see the final products.
Natasha Yee•
Feb 2019
Yegana was very attentive and accommodating. Her instructions were very clear and at a good pace to follow. This was also combined with visual demonstrations which accommodated all types of learners.
The venue is convenient and close to public transport. The materials were good and easy to work with and all tools were provided. The class was very informative and good length for weekly consecutive sessions. I learned a lot and it was a great crash course. I learned enough to take away and refine my skills with practice. The class size was small and intimate and ensured you did not get lost or forgotten about. I also loved the succulents and orchids that adorned the windows in the studio! Added charm and inspiration. Thank you!
Jodie Hearne•
Feb 2019
2 ClassBento workshops attended
Fun class and great atmosphere and vibe. As a beginner I probably needed a little more hands on coaching as I found it quite difficult but I'm sure with more practice I'll get there.
Deepali Parashar•
Feb 2019
It was my first time doing pottery and it’s a really good experience. I loved it the way my teacher ( Jioana) explained the each steps from the starting. I still need to learn more which can only gain by experience and more practice. I definitely recommend my friends to try upcoming class sessions.
Tamara Yap•
Feb 2019
Just did the first class of three, the teacher was excellent. She provided clear instructions and demonstrations for each step of the process, and gave us plenty of room to practice but was quick to step in as soon as anyone needed help. Highly recommended.
Eda So•
Jan 2019
Lovely little venue. Yegana?( sorry not sure how to spell her name) is an absolutely lovely instructor- she caters for all abilities and makes sure that everyone is on the same page. Very patient and great materials to work with. Loved how everything was included and easy to follow. I'm very happy with the end result and had an absolute blast, would definitely come again. Can't recommend this course to my friends enough. xx
Abhishek Chamarthy•
Dec 2018
Its a great experience.I have never done pottery before so i was struggling but teacher helped me to understand and made it look so easy☺
Neha Nimbekar•
Nov 2018
Had a terrific time making bowls, very helpful tutor. Totally worth the money, have already recommended to my friends to Book the class.
Alicia Tan•
Nov 2018
Yegana is so patient in teaching step by step techniques. If you've fallen behind, she would come to you and guide you until you get it. Absolutely worth every penny spent.
Sheridan Johnston•
Nov 2018
Everything was great except for my ability! I need lots of practice! Yegana is very patient.
Finola Richards•
Oct 2018
Yegana was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and patient with us, the venue was easy to find. The class was fun and therapeutic. very enjoyable.
Kate Bolinger•
Aug 2018
I’ve only had my first lesson but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The teacher was incredibly patient and kind and the classroom was as expected for pottery work. I really enjoyed creating with my hands and I cannot wait to go back for my next lesson.
Hayley Guo•
Jun 2018
I bought these classes as a birthday gift for my partner. We both enjoyed the whole entire experience. It was really interesting and a lot of fun. The teacher Yegana was really nice and supportive. Can't wait for our next class.
Had a ceramic's painting class for a Hen's Night. Yegana was so welcoming and helpful. She provided a space for us to set up nibblies and drinks early, explained the painting and glazing process and then let us get to work. We all had such a wonderful time. The venue was easy to find. The Bride enjoyed the class immensely. Top quality.
Hema Chhima•
May 2018
Nice studio with a small group of beginners enabling the instructor to provide regular support & technique advice. The studio was being used by a nice number of others who were at differing stages of experience adding to a nice vibe. Instructor has a lovely manner about her, provides great instructions, guidance & assistance.
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