FAQ’s

Do I need any pottery experience to take a class?

No experience is required for our beginner classes or one-session workshops. Our instructors guide you step by step, making House of Clay a welcoming place to try pottery for the first time.

What should I wear to a pottery class?

Wear comfortable clothes that can get a little dirty and closed-toe shoes. Clay washes out easily, but we recommend avoiding anything delicate.

What if I’ve never worked with clay before?

That’s perfectly fine! Many of our students are first-timers. Our beginner classes are designed to introduce basic techniques in a supportive, relaxed environment.

Classes & Workshops

What is the schedule for pottery classes and workshops?

We offer a wide range of pottery classes, one-time workshops, and multi-week courses throughout the week. You’ll find daytime, evening, and weekend sessions to fit your schedule. Seasonal classes—like holiday ornament workshops and summer clay camps—are added regularly. Visit our Classes page to see current offerings.

What types of pottery classes do you offer?

We offer beginner wheel throwing classes, hand-building classes, one-session workshops, and special seasonal events. All classes focus on learning foundational skills while creating finished ceramic pieces.

How big are your pottery classes at House of Clay?

Our pottery classes in Overland Park typically include 8–12 students, allowing for personal instruction and plenty of time on the wheel. Smaller class sizes help beginners feel supported while giving intermediate potters room to grow.

How long are your classes?

Class length varies by offering. Most multi-week classes meet once a week, while workshops are single sessions lasting a few hours. Specific details are listed on each class page.

Are your classes beginner-friendly?

Yes. Many of our classes and workshops are designed specifically for beginners, and no prior experience is required unless noted otherwise.

Can beginners join a membership?

Memberships are best suited for students with some pottery experience. Beginners are encouraged to start with a class before transitioning into a membership.

What does a studio membership include?

Memberships include monthly studio access, use of wheels, tools, glazes, free bisque firings, and glaze firing billed by volume. Higher-tier memberships include additional studio hours, shelf space, wheel reservations, and opportunities to sell work in our gallery.

What pottery studio memberships do you offer?

House of Clay offers three membership levels to fit different pottery needs:

• Potter’s Apprentice – $75/month
  Includes 10 hours of studio access, an assigned cubby, free bisque firing, and glaze firing at $0.05/cu in.
• Skilled Potter – $125/month
  Includes 20 hours of studio access, a 4-ft shelf, free bisque firing, and glaze firing at $0.05/cu in.
• Pottery Pro – $175/month
  Includes unlimited access during open hours, wheel reservations, a 4-ft shelf, free bisque firing, glaze firing at $0.05/cu in, and the ability to apply to sell work in our gallery.

These memberships make House of Clay one of the most accessible pottery studios in the Overland Park and Kansas City area.

Do you fire the pieces we make?

Yes. All student work is fired in our kilns. Bisque firings are included, and glaze firings are billed by cubic inch based on the finished piece.

What clay and glazes do you use?

We provide stoneware clay bodies and a wide selection of food-safe glazes for functional ware. All materials are selected for consistency and reliability in our firing process.

How long does it take to get my finished pieces back?

Most pieces are ready for pickup within one to two weeks after glazing, depending on kiln schedules and class timelines.

Is House of Clay a paint-your-own pottery studio?

No. House of Clay is a teaching studio where students learn to make pottery from scratch using wheel throwing and hand-building techniques.

Do you offer classes for children?

Our regular classes, memberships, and private lessons are for adults 18 and older. We occasionally host special events where children may attend with a paid adult, but these are clearly noted when available.

Do you offer refunds or makeup classes?

Policies vary by class and event. Please review the details listed on each class page or contact us if you have questions about a specific situation.

What if I miss a class session?

While we can’t always offer makeup sessions, our instructors are happy to help you catch up during your next class whenever possible.

How many pottery wheels does House of Clay have, and when is the studio busiest?

Our Overland Park pottery studio has 13 wheels, making it one of the more spacious community studios in the Kansas City metro. Evenings and weekends are our busiest times. Weekday mornings tend to be the quietest.

Can I sell my finished pottery at House of Clay?

Yes! Pottery Pro members can apply to display and sell their ceramic work in the House of Clay gallery. This is perfect for makers looking to grow a small business or share their pottery with the Overland Park and Kansas City community. Additional sales opportunities are available during studio events and pop-ups.

Does House of Clay host special pottery events?

Absolutely. We offer unique ceramic experiences such as Raku Day, seasonal workshops, holiday-themed classes (like ornament-making), and creative one-session classes for beginners. These special events are popular with families, couples, and hobbyists looking for a fun art activity in Overland Park, KS.

Do you offer private pottery events or group workshops?

We offer private group sessions perfect for team-building, birthdays, family activities, and creative outings. Private events can include wheel throwing, hand-building, or custom projects. Contact us to check availability for group classes at our Overland Park pottery studio.