Make a Ceramic Christmas Votive House Workshop

Hand-build a slab Christmas Votive House


Clayshaper
Clayshaper
5.0 (2)

4 hours Location Emerald Class size 1 to 12 guests   $200 - $220 ($220 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $200/guest for 10+ guests)

I am Sarah and a full-time ceramicist. I have a home studio located in the beautiful village of Emerald (6 participants or less), on the boundary of Emerald Lake Park, in the Dandenong Ranges of Victoria, the home of Puffing Billy or on acreage in beautiful Officer (up to 12 participants)
Join me for a joyful, hands-on Pottery Christmas Votive House course where creativity meets festive cheer. In this fun and relaxed session, you’ll learn how to plan, make and decorate your own handmade ceramic Votive House – perfect for gifting or decking your mantle with something hand made in the spirit of Christmas.
This is the perfect workshop maybe for your Christmas function or a fun activity with a group of friends.
You will have access to oxides and underglazes to decorate your work and there will be plenty of images to stir your imagination! At the end of the class, your piece will be bisque fired, clear glazed and will be ready for pick up 10 days later. The size of your votive house is: D12cm x W13cm x H18cm
This is a single 4-hour workshop 11:00-3:30pm
Please note, due to their size, houses cannot be mailed.

Upcoming dates for Make a Ceramic Christmas Votive House Workshop

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 21 Oct 2026, 10:29pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

6 upcoming dates between 23 Oct 2026 and 12 Dec 2026.

  • Fri 23 Oct 2026, 11am-3pm
  • Sun 25 Oct 2026, 11am-3pm
  • Sun 15 Nov 2026, 11am-3pm
  • Sat 28 Nov 2026, 11am-3pm
  • Fri 4 Dec 2026, 11am-3pm
  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 11am-3pm
What you'll get
This class includes:
  • Tuition
  • Clay
  • Firing of one votive house
  • Tea, coffee and a light refreshments will be provided
Knowledge required
No previous knowledge or experience required.
What to bring
  • Lots of enthusiasm and Christmas cheer!
  • Warm clothing in the cooler months – Temperature in the Ranges is definitely colder
  • An apron (they are available to purchase if desired) &/or clothing that is OK to get dirty
Location

Emerald, VIC

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Make a Ceramic Christmas Votive House Workshop location
Your teacher

Clayshaper
Clayshaper

5.0 (2)
female Women-owned

I am Sarah and I am a full time ceramacist. I have a home studio in the beautiful village of Emerald, bordering on the picturesque Emerald Lake Park in the Dandenong Ranges of Victoria, the home of Puffing Billy.
I offer individual and small group hand-building workshops for all levels of clay enthusiast's where you can explore texture, technique and artistic expression is a relaxed bushland setting.
I have been studying and teaching pottery since 2019. My focus is on teaching hand-building of sculptural and functional ware in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Come and have a class with me and explore a bit of the beautiful Emerald Lake Park while you seek inspiration.
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