{"product_id":"wheel-for-beginner-series-mug-mania","title":"Wheel for Beginner Series: Mug Mania","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"522\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"522\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMugs seem simple… until you try to make a really good one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 6-week course is all about exploring the endlessly specific, surprisingly obsessive world of mug making — from form and proportion to handles, attachments, comfort, balance, and finishing details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the session, you’ll throw a wide variety of mug forms while experimenting with different approaches to shape, scale, rims, feet, and surface. Rather than laboring over a single perfect mug, this class encourages repetition, play, and exploration as a way to discover what forms and techniques feel most natural to you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect fast-paced throwing exercises, handle deep-dives, refining techniques, and lots of side-by-side comparisons that help you develop both consistency and personal style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights may include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003erapid-fire mug throwing challenges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexperimenting with different mug silhouettes and proportions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Handle Monster” sessions dedicated entirely to pulling, shaping, attaching, and refining handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003elearning how subtle adjustments affect comfort and function\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrimming and finishing techniques that elevate everyday forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeginners wanting focused wheel practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003epotters refining consistency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanyone who has ever become weirdly emotionally attached to a mug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the end of the course, you’ll leave with a collection of functional handmade mugs and a much deeper understanding of what makes a mug feel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereally good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know \u003c\/strong\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYou can expect to make 3-6 pieces in this class. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOur classes are intended for adults and youth aged 15+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials and tools are provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress for mess or please bring your own apron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCleanup is included in class time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/loamclaystudio.ca\/pages\/refund-policy\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eView our refund policy here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LOAM Clay Studio","offers":[{"title":"Wed, Jul 15, 22, 29 \u0026 Aug 5, 12, 19, 2026 from 6:30 - 9 PM (Colleen)","offer_id":46982722158748,"sku":null,"price":445.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1207\/8294\/files\/Untitled_Instagram_Post_45_2.png?v=1780081513","url":"https:\/\/loamclaystudio.ca\/products\/wheel-for-beginner-series-mug-mania","provider":"LOAM Clay Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}