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Beginner Classes

Here at Blossom Hill Crafts, we offer both handbuilding and wheelthrowing classes for beginners interested in learning to work with clay.  Check out what classes are available below!

Handbuilding Classes

Learn to sculpt in our new, state-of-the-art handbuilding space!  You'll develop many techniques including: rolling out and working with slabs of clay, slipping and scoring, adding texture to your pieces, and more. Signup for an available class below! New classes will be posted as they become available.
  • 8:1 student teacher ratio
  • Our classes are intended for adults, but we accept teens ages 14 and up.
  • Basic tool set provided
  • Unlimited access to recycled clay

Non-Members: $350. Please signup below.
BHC Members: $115. Members, please email us to reserve a space. Do not register online.

*Handbuilding Wednesday 6 - 9pm* Sept 27th - Oct 25

$350.00

Sold out

Sept 27th, Oct 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th.


Our classes are intended for adults, but we accept teens 14 and up.

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Wheel Throwing Classes

Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Signup for an available class below! New classes will be posted as they become available.
  • 4:1 (or 5:1 depending on the class) student teacher ratio, the lowest of any studio in Silicon Valley
  • Our classes are intended for adults, but we accept teens ages 14 and up.
  • Basic tool set provided
  • Unlimited access to recycled clay

Typical 5-Week Class
Non-Members: $350. Please signup below.
BHC Members: $115. Members, please email us to reserve a space. Do not register online.


Weekday Morning Wheel Throwing Classes

*Mondays 9AM - 12PM* Oct 02 - Nov 6th

$350.00

Oct 2, 9, 23, 30th & Nov 6th

NO CLASS Oct 16th


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Mondays, 9 AM - 12 PM

Instructor: Sandy


Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers, in a very small class setting with low teacher to student ration. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Basic tools are provided to each student. Unlimited access to studio and reclaim clay during the duration of the class. Coming in to practice is strongly recommended!


Class Itinerary:

Week 1: Centering and pulling cylinders

Week 2: studio tour, trimming, more throwing

Week 3: Throwing and shaping techniques

Week 4: Trimming all pots, a little handbuilding if time permits

Week 5: Glazing


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Thursdays 9:30am-12:30pm* Oct 26th - Nov 30th

$350.00

Oct 26 & Nov 2, 9, 16, 30th

No Class: Nov 23rd



Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Instructor: Sandy


Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers, in a very small class setting with low teacher to student ration. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Basic tools are provided to each student. Unlimited access to studio and reclaim clay during the duration of the class. Coming in to practice is strongly recommended!


Class Itinerary:

Week 1: Centering and pulling cylinders

Week 2: studio tour, trimming, more throwing

Week 3: Throwing and shaping techniques

Week 4: Trimming all pots, a little handbuilding

Week 5: Glazing


Our classes are intended for adults, but we accept teens 14 years or older.

​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

Weekday Evening Wheel Throwing Classes

*Tuesdays 6:30-9:30p* Oct 3rd - Nov 7th

$350.00

Only a few left!

September October 3rd, 10, 17th, 24th & Nov 07

No Class: Oct 31st


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30PM

Instructor: Rachel


Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers, in a very small class setting with low teacher to student ration. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Basic tools are provided to each student. Unlimited access to studio and reclaim clay during the duration of the class. Coming in to practice is strongly recommended!


Class Itinerary:

Week 1: Centering and pulling cylinders

Week 2: studio tour, trimming, more throwing

Week 3: Throwing and shaping techniques

Week 4: Trimming all pots, a little handbuilding if time permits

Week 5: Glazing


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Mondays 6:30 - 9:30pm* Oct 9th - Nov 6th

$350.00

Only a few left!

October 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, & November 6th.



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*Thursdays 5:30 - 8:30pm* Oct 12th - Nov 9th

$350.00

Oct 12, 19, 26 & Nov 2, 9th



Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Mondays, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Instructor: Fred


Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers, in a very small class setting with low teacher to student ration. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Basic tools are provided to each student. Unlimited access to studio and reclaim clay during the duration of the class. Coming in to practice is strongly recommended!


Class Itinerary:

Week 1: Centering and pulling cylinders

Week 2: studio tour, trimming, more throwing

Week 3: Throwing and shaping techniques

Week 4: Trimming all pots, a little handbuilding if time permits

Week 5: Glazing


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Wednesdays 7-10PM* Sept 20 - Oct 18th

$350.00

Sold out

Sept 20, 27th & Oct 4, 11, 18th


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Wednesdays, 7 - 10PM

Instructor: John A.


Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers, in a very small class setting with low teacher to student ration. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Basic tools are provided to each student. Unlimited access to studio and reclaim clay during the duration of the class. Coming in to practice is strongly recommended!


Class Itinerary:

Week 1: Centering and pulling cylinders

Week 2: studio tour, trimming, more throwing

Week 3: Throwing and shaping techniques

Week 4: Trimming all pots, a little handbuilding if time permits

Week 5: Glazing


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Thursdays 7 - 10pm* Sept 7th - Oct 5th

$350.00

Sold out

September 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, & October 5th.


Our classes are intended for adults, but we accept teens 14 and up.

Signup

Weekend Wheel Throwing Classes

*Sundays 2-5PM* Oct 15th - Nov 22nd

$350.00

Sold out

October 15th, 22nd, 29th, & November 5th, 12th.


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*Saturdays 10am - 1pm* Sept 30th - Nov 4th

$350.00

Sold out

September 30th, October 7th, 21, 28 & Nov 4th

No Class October 14th


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Saturdays, 10am - 1pm

Instructor: David


Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers, in a very small class setting with low teacher to student ration. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Basic tools are provided to each student. Unlimited access to studio and reclaim clay during the duration of the class. Coming in to practice is strongly recommended!


Class Itinerary:

Week 1: Centering and pulling cylinders

Week 2: studio tour, trimming, more throwing

Week 3: Throwing and shaping techniques

Week 4: Trimming all pots, a little handbuilding if time permits

Week 5: Glazing


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup
 
Blossom Hill Crafts
Nurturing creativity & the passion for clay
Studio:15900 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos
Store: 233 N. Santa Cruz Ave, Suite B, Los Gatos