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Curious about crafting with clay? Step into our cosy studio in Melbourne for the perfect beginner-friendly experience hand building and sculpting under the gentle guidance of an experienced ceramicist.In this class, you will explore form and surface through basic hand building and sculpting techniques, such as pinch construction, coil-building, slab building and various decorative methods. Learn about the different stages of clay, and enjoy the process from transforming a ball of clay into your own unique ceramic piece to take home. Whether you're looking for hens party ideas or date ideas in Melbourne, come along to our hand building pottery workshop!We will glaze and fire your pieces for you; and you can choose out of our 4 studio glazes at the end of the class (ivory white, eucalyptus green, oceanic blue or floating orange). If you are interested in a glazing workshop, where you can paint/decorate pots yourself, please let us know at the end of class and we will give you a 20% discount code to book an additional ceramic painting session.Your pieces will be ready to pick up within 2 - 3 weeks or posted to you with a small fee.Please note that clay is prone to shrinking by 10% in the kiln, and that occasionally pots do explode/crack in the kiln. Unfortunately we do not offer refunds for pots that have exploded or cracked in the kiln firing process as this is beyond our control.If you are requesting a private class please note these incur a $30 per person fee.Public dates for this class require at least 2 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class; in this case we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.'
Creativity: This is a mostly creative experience – you'll shape your own design, within some guidelines.
Sociability: This experience strikes a balance – there's a mix of solo focus and casual interaction with others.
Sunroom Studio - 142 Melville Road, Pascoe Vale South, VIC
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Recent reviews of Beginners Hand Building Clay Workshop
5/5 from Emily Papageorge, attended Oct 2026: Our teacher was lovely! We were given pieces of clay and basic of hand building, then supported from afar while we tried to make our creations come to life! Teacher was super approachable and happy to help :) was a really fun activity to do with friends!
5/5 from Rhoda Jenkins, attended Sep 2026: I had such a fun and relaxing afternoon in the hand building workshop and Tig was such a warm and encouraging teacher. The time just flew and I had the opportunity to make two pieces that I look forward to seeing how they turn out once they are glazed. Thanks for a great afternoon!
5/5 from Jessica Lam, attended Sep 2026: Did the handbuilding class - Had an amazing chill teacher. Felt no rush and all ideas were welcomed. Would love to try out other classes too.
4/5 from Fara M, attended Sep 2026: Everything was fun and interesting. The only thing that bothered me was that the tutor spent almost the entire two hours talking with one person and didn’t give much attention to the other participants.
5/5 from Carolyn Uzelac, attended Aug 2026: Our teacher was Georgia and she was sweet, patient and calming. She created a safe space where we could enjoy the process of making with clay without pressure. She gave useful guidance where required and helped us to feel comfortable.
5/5 from Caroline Verity, attended Aug 2026: This was the second time we've been to Sunroom Studios and again, it was a lot of fun! We each made 2 peices and with 2 hours of clay time, they worked out really well! you dont feel rushed or have limed clay. It's super relaxed and a lovely environment. Highly recommend!
5/5 from Sumudu Samarawickrama, attended Aug 2026: Led by cheerful Sophie, we were quickly ushered to our seats where we were taught the basics of pinch pots, coiling and slab building of vessels. All were encouraged to create whatever their hearts desired, and some did. It was a fun, informative, learning experience which wasn't as messy as I anticipated. Will do again.
5/5 from Grace Jory, attended Aug 2026: Had so much fun in this class. We were given heaps of freedom to make whatever we chose after a quick pinch pot demonstration. Our teacher was supportive and helped bring our creative vision to life. Will definitely be going back to Sunroom Studios.
4/5 from Alison, attended Aug 2026: As a teacher myself, I found Kane's teaching style paced according to the skills of the learning group and with plenty of demonstrated examples. He offered support if/when required and there was no pressure to finish on time. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the class.
5/5 from Madeline Schiller, attended Jul 2026: Teacher was fantastic - she allowed us to use our creativity to make whatever our heart desired, very good at working with the various skill levels in the group to ensure everyone had a great time! Highly recommend :)
5/5 from Rochelle Koster, attended Jul 2026: super chill and informative class! me and my friend were both nervous but the teacher was so helpful and patient. they ensured to go around everybody and assist with their each individual projects- definitely recommend!!
5/5 from Deonie, attended Jul 2026: Frankie was excellent, helpful, encouraging and assisted/ guided throughout, giving space to experiment. They looked after the whole gtoup. It was fun and engaging. A great time
5/5 from Tam Do, attended Jul 2026: Such a fun and chill session for two absolute beginners. Our teacher was very friendly and gave us handy tips. Would definitely do this again :)
5/5 from Callum Park, attended Jun 2026: A lovely experience with very friendly and welcoming staff!.
5/5 from Roopashi Ramesh, attended Jun 2026: Georgia was amazing, she showed us all the techniques and helped us when needed! We enjoyed build our pieces and can’t wait for the finished product!
5/5 from Eliza Hannay, attended Jun 2026: Amazing! great teacher, clear instructions, and so much fun. amazing atmosphere as well - would ABSOLUTELY recommend!
5/5 from Nick Madigan, attended Jun 2026: Second hand building class with Beck and had a great time again. Very helpful guided instruction while letting students make their own choices. Highly recommend this studio.
5/5 from Vanessa Phung, attended Jun 2026: My teacher was amazing! We did the beginner hand clay class. It was very small and intimate, our group had a very good time and will be back
5/5 from Sarah Bowen, attended May 2026: A wonderful teacher. This class was super fun, and the teacher was so helpful and supportive. Would definitely recommend this workshop
5/5 from Sami Elias Bitar, attended May 2026: My partner and I did the hand building clay class together and we had such a great time. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing, and the instructor made the experience fun and easy to follow, even for beginners. It was a really nice activity to do together, and we both enjoyed getting creative and making our own pieces. Highly recommend for couples, friends, or anyone looking for a fun and different experience!
5/5 from Janice Kirpalani, attended May 2026: A nice alternative for mummy daughter date. Sophie was super encouraging and shared so many great tips!
5/5 from Melissa Caccamo, attended May 2026: My friend and I had the best time hand building under Lorelei’s gentle and supportive guidance! We learnt so many wonderful techniques and made practical pieces that we can’t wait to use. Thank you Sunroom for having us, we’ll definitely be back!
5/5 from Zoe McIntosh, attended May 2026: A teacher was sick and they quickly arranged for soemone to fill in for my daughter bday. The lady was lovely and stayed extra long after we were late. Beautiful environment and people. Thank you!
5/5 from Simone Mitchell, attended Apr 2026: Thanks to Georgia we had a fantastic time hand building. Encouraging, supportive and full of great ideas. Love the space too, thank you.
5/5 from Madalena Fernandes, attended Apr 2026: Class was great fun, the teacher Georgia was awesome!!
5/5 from Hennie Castro, attended Apr 2026: Sophie is a great teacher. I had fun.
4/5 from Jalaja Balakrishna, attended Mar 2026: All was good. Instructor was helpful. Just need to understand a bit more of the processes involved
5/5 from Sophie Bartkus, attended Feb 2026: so much fun! the atmosphere was so calming and our instructor was super helpful and encouraging :)
5/5 from Zhanyi Han, attended Feb 2026: Georgia was great!
5/5 from Rachel Blake, attended Jan 2026: The teacher was amazing, kept it light hearted and fun and never made me feel silly even when I was 100% not doing things well haha. Excited to see how my pieces come out!
5/5 from Lena Xiao, attended Jan 2026: I had fun, and can't wait to see the final result of my two pieces! Fingers crossed they survive the kiln!
5/5 from Caroline Verity, attended Dec 2025: I took my 7 year old daughter and her friend to Sunroom Sudios for a birthday treat. The teacher Sophie was really engaging, patient and taught some really great skills that can now be practised at home. The kids had a great time and we look forward to returning soon!
5/5 from Alexandra Burke, attended Dec 2025: Georgia was fantastic and helped us feel both comfortable and confident in our hand building. We laughed, made jokes and learnt at the same time and was truly a fantastic session. Being limited in spots was also great as it allowed more connection with the teacher and I look forward to potentially doing this again.
5/5 from Kate Flanagan, attended Dec 2025: My 2 teenager’s really enjoyed the class, the teacher was lovely and they produced some fantastic pieces. We can’t wait to see them once they are glazed!
5/5 from Holly Stanton, attended Dec 2025: Really enjoyed this workshop. Friendly crowd, lovely and patient teacher. Covered a lot in just two hours. Looking forward to seeing my pieces once they're fired. I'd definitely do another workshop or course here. Thank you!
5/5 from Felicity Hu, attended Dec 2025: My friend and i made two-three big pieces and a smaller one comfortably in the time, in a super chill and low pressure environment! Our teacher Beck was very knowledgeable and generous with her guidance, but also happy to let us vibe it out when we got into the flow of things. All in all a lovely time, I’d love to come back again!
5/5 from Denver Adams, attended Nov 2025: Had such a fun time in the hand building class! Georgia was such a great teacher and super encouraging with great tips and advice. I’m a complete beginner and my partner is more advanced with clay and we both had a great experience!
5/5 from Prerna Nair, attended Nov 2025: The class was amazing!! enjoyed every bit of it. We had Bec as out teacher and she was the sweetest and the most patient teacher. This was a friends activity and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
5/5 from Arna Zapral, attended Nov 2025: Bec was a wonderful and gentle teacher, great space, and it was nice to start with having no idea of what to do and finish with some lovely pieces! Thank you.
5/5 from Tanya Ciabotti, attended Nov 2025: The Beginners Hand Building Clay Workshop was fantastic! Beck was very friendly and professional and great at explaining the technique and process, while also encouraging creativity. The studio itself is so welcoming and I found the experience very relaxing and so enjoyable. I highly recommend and would love to do another class. I can't wait to collect my finished products!
5/5 from Brynnie Rafe, attended Nov 2025: Georgia was such a kind and helpful teacher, she gave lots of guidance but also allowed us to make our own creative choices. I took my mum for her birthday and she had the best time.
5/5 from Sharon Peluso, attended Nov 2025: So easy to organise. Lovely experience with a supportive teacher. No stress and a happy environment.
5/5 from Nick Madigan, attended Nov 2025: We had a great time. The studio has a nice laidback atmosphere and the instructor was fantastic.
5/5 from Zoe Xu, attended Oct 2025: Amazing experience! We started by hand building and it was quite fun and easy for beginners. Our teacher is very patient and supportive. Definitely worth coming back:D
5/5 from Anh Nhan Huynh, attended Oct 2025: Great experience
5/5 from Dojiok Dojiok, attended Oct 2025: Was a Gift for my girlfriend a hand building clay workshop and it went great. Our teacher was so helpful and knowledgeable teaching all the basic of clay creation and being delightful to be in her class. Very great venue had a calm and soothing environment that encouraged exploration and experimentation of artistic ideas as a beginner and the teacher helping to direct you on your path. Would definitely recommend for anyone who is looking for a new fun and creative activity to do as a gift or just getting out there on your art journey.
5/5 from Madeleine Yue, attended Oct 2025: Our teacher was lovely, and left us to be creative with the items we were building while coming around to offer guidance and instructions when needed. We also opted for the snacks and drinks which were delicious and a great break in between. A super fun activity, highly recommend.
5/5 from Taida Chigogora, attended Oct 2025: I booked the class to celebrate my friend’s birthday. We had a great time and our facilitator was super helpful!! We will be back to make more fun pieces soon for sure
5/5 from Venni Chandra, attended Sep 2025: Me and my partner went here for their birthday and the class was informative, fun and exciting! :) Our teacher was really friendly and informative and helped a lot when we were creating our own pieces. Really worth coming here!
5/5 from Julie Song, attended Sep 2025: The class was amazing and relaxing, and doing it with your uni bestie definitely made the class more enjoyable. Our instructor Tig was so friendly, enthusiastic, energetic, and helpful with our projects. The class had only 6 people so everything felt personal and closer to you.
Sunroom Studio is a welcoming, safe and inclusive space with a purpose of providing the therapeutic benefits of making art while nurturing a sense of belonging and community.This warm and vibrant workshop space offers a diverse range of art-based classes through supporting local artists and teachers. Sunroom studio provides a unique space for individuals to explore their creativity and find solace in the process and that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and mutual growth.