Pottery Class: Small Vessel and Beads Class

An initiation to clay, connection, and femininity in the Sunshine Coast!



1 hour

Class size 1 to 6 (public classes), 4 to 8
  $35

Start your Friday with the raw, necessary joy of clay. We open our studio doors every Friday morning for intentional, 1-hour creative sessions designed to ground your mind and awaken your hands before the weekend. Come feel the cool, fresh clay shift beneath your fingertips, slow down, and allow form to follow feeling.
In these focused morning pottery sessions under the "Beads and Being" philosophy, we break away from the superficial to explore the ancient, grounding nature of the ceramic bead. Here, a single bead is never just an accessory—it is a micro-sculpture, a statement of texture, and the absolute center of attention.
Choose your focus from our Friday morning schedule:
  • 9:00 AM – Small Vessel: Sculpt your first miniature, tactile vessel. Let your hands explore form with a variety of inspiring options to choose from: craft a mini totem, an incense burner, a delicate jewellery dish, a mini vase, a relaxing vessel filled with ceramic beads, a hand-formed bell, or a hanging chime. (Please note: depending on your chosen creation, a single 1-hour session may not be guaranteed sufficient to fully complete the piece).
  • 10:00 AM – Beads Making: Shape your own micro-sculptures and explore tactile textures. You will have the freedom to choose your medium between a warm terracotta and a delicate porcelain slip.
  • 11:00 AM – Binding: Discover the balance of assembling your elements into a meditative structure. Learn the art of composition, rhythm, and knotting as you bring your ceramic pieces together. (Please note: the base price includes the mounting of one necklace; additional necklaces incur a $10 fee).
Whether you choose to weave your pieces into a large-scale meditative necklace over time or create intricate mini totems, you will leave with a signature piece born from a moment of pure presence.
This class is a beautiful, meaningful experience for mothers and their teenagers to share, creating lasting memories while crafting side by side.
What you'll get
  • Ceramic BEADS!
  • A 1-hour expert-guided ceramic session in our boutique studio space
  • Full access to high-quality clays, historic surface treatments, and specialised studio tools
  • Your own custom, hand-sculpted ceramic pieces
  • Professional firing of your creations by the studio
Knowledge required
This class is perfect for beginners looking for a premium introduction to clay, as well as experienced makers wanting to explore a refined, micro-sculptural approach to ceramics. A beautiful morning pause to enjoy solo or with a friend.
What to bring
  • Just your curiosity and open mind. All materials, clay, and tools are fully provided
  • We recommend wearing comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little clay on, and keeping nails relatively short for ease of sculpting
Location

4/37 Coral Street, Maleny QLD

Pottery Class: Small Vessel and Beads Class location
Your teacher

L'Atelier Nefertiti
L'Atelier Nefertiti

female Women-owned

Bio
Professional Ceramicist & Instructor (10 Years Experience)
Based in the heart of Maleny, I am a professional ceramicist with over a decade of experience dedicated to the craft of intentional, slow-made art. My practice is rooted in the belief that pottery is a natural dialogue between the hands and the clay—a grounding way to reconnect with your creativity.
In my studio, I specialize in the art of hand-building and pinching, as well as my signature "drawing with clay" technique using liquid porcelain. I believe that even a beginner’s first piece should be a piece you are truly proud of.
My workshops are designed to be calm, welcoming spaces where we focus on quality and gentle learning, rather than perfection.
My mission is to offer more than just a class; I provide a space to slow down and create. Whether you are learning to shape your first succulent pot or exploring the depth of organic textures, my workshops are designed to help you leave with a piece that reflects both your own expression and a solid foundation of skills.
Join me in my Maleny studio for a peaceful, hands-on experience that connects you to the timeless tradition of working with clay.
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