Build Your Own Cozy Holiday Village!
Functional, Fun, Personal
Available spots
Class Description
Handbuilt Holiday Village — A Two-Session Workshop with Mandy D'Angelo! @mandydeangeloart You've seen her whimsical work, now learn how she does it! Build a whimsical little village of your own, ready to nestle under the tree or gather on a mantel this holiday season. Over two sessions, Mandy will show you how she hand-builds her sweet structures, creating a cluster of clay houses on a rolling hillside platform, adding texture and personal details. Session One, Nov 8th: Building the Village Using her simple paddle and pinch techniques, you'll shape a row of cozy little houses — each one different, with its own peaked or rounded roof, carved windows and doors, and personality. After hollowing them out, we'll build a hilly platform base to nestle them into, and finish with a few tree accents tucked among the rooflines. We'll all work with the same amount of clay, but no two villages will look alike. Session Two, Nov 22, Bring it to life! (NOTE: this session is two weeks later, to allow the village to dry, and be bisque fired). Once bisque-fired, we'll hand-paint the village with Stroke And Coat glazes— for the houses, and cozy little details like windows and door frames, trees, trailer design. Take home a one-of-a-kind ceramic village for the kids to play with and to display year after year. All skill levels welcome. Clay, tools, glazes, and firing included.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Studio Policies Students are not permitted to load, unload, or operate pottery kilns. Keep hair tied back for safety. Avoid wearing loose articles of clothing or jewelry that could pose hazards. Closed-toe and closed-heel footwear must be worn in the pottery studio. Do not operate any equipment without the presence of an instructor. We are a scent-free environment. All completed work must be collected from Ford City Potters within 6 weeks after the final class, once you're notified by email. Work will not be stored after 6 weeks. Students are expected to arrive on time for each class to ensure the smooth running of the session. Late arrivals cannot make up for lost time. For whatever reason, if Ford City Potters must cancel a session or class, students will be notified via email, and a full refund will be issued. Classes must be paid in full upon registering on the website (credit card or PayPal accepted). Classes are non-refundable. Makeup days are possible only for glazing days, and only if a space is open in another class. Students are expected to maintain a respectful and inclusive environment in the classroom, treating the instructor and fellow participants with courtesy and consideration. Zero tolerance for disruptive or disrespectful behaviour. In other words, be kind at all times.
