What you'll do:

Get your hands dirty and create something truly unique in a fun, relaxed pottery experience. After a brief introduction and demonstration from professional potter Amy Manson, you'll learn basic clay techniques and create your own handmade pottery piece. Depending on the experience you book, you may try the pottery wheel, hand-build functional pottery, or create a seasonal project.

No experience is necessary—this experience is designed for complete beginners and curious creatives alike. Along the way, you'll enjoy plenty of encouragement, laughter, and the satisfaction of making something with your own hands.

After your workshop, your piece will be professionally glazed and kiln-fired. It will be ready for pickup or shipping approximately 3–4 weeks later, giving you a lasting reminder of your time in the Pocono Mountains.

Why we love it for your party:

Pottery is the perfect way to bring people together. Unlike typical party activities, everyone gets to relax, laugh, create, and leave with a handmade keepsake they'll actually treasure. Our workshops are beginner-friendly, interactive, and naturally spark conversation, making them ideal for bachelorette parties, birthdays, girls' weekends, team-building events, and family celebrations. No artistic experience is required—just a willingness to have fun and try something new. The result is a memorable shared experience that's creative, meaningful, and completely different from a night out at a bar or restaurant.

About this experience partner:

Amy Manson is the founder and resident potter of Kettle Creek Pottery, a historic pottery studio and creative retreat in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. With more than 15 years of experience as a professional ceramic artist and instructor, Amy has taught thousands of students—from complete beginners to aspiring potters. Known for her warm teaching style and passion for building community through creativity, she created Kettle Creek Pottery as a welcoming space where people can slow down, connect, and experience the joy of making something by hand. Every workshop is artist-led, beginner-friendly, and designed to create lasting memories along with beautiful handmade pottery.

Additional information:

No prior pottery experience is required.
Suitable for ages 12+ unless otherwise noted.
Please wear comfortable clothing that can get a little dusty.
Clay and all materials are included.
Finished pieces are glazed and kiln-fired after the workshop and are typically ready for pickup or shipping within 3–4 weeks.
Private groups can customize projects based on interests, occasion, and group size.
Our historic Pocono Mountains campus offers a unique and picturesque setting for celebrations and gatherings.
Free on-site parking is available.
Weather does not affect indoor pottery experiences.
Please notify us in advance of any accessibility needs so we can do our best to accommodate your group.
Most guests arrive as beginners and leave amazed at what they created.

Good to Know: Handmade pottery is one-of-a-kind! Each piece reflects the personality and creativity of its maker, making it a meaningful keepsake from your time together.

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